Wednesday, January 14, 2015

Heirs That Are and Were

 Heirs That Are and Were
mixed media on 11 x 14 inch canvas panel
available here

Hello everyone!  I finally finished this painting.  It really did not take as long as it seemed.  I have been very busy with so many other things.  Since our move to the new house, art has been on the back burner.  I hope to rekindle the artistic fire starting this weekend as a lot of the busyness seems to be settling.  However, I am really wanting a change, so you may see several different things in the weeks ahead.  Perhaps I will start with some more chair paintings.  Or maybe some landscapes as a way to show you our new neighborhood.

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Another thing I would really like to work on is making another slideshow of all the paintings I did last year.  I made one for 2013 (see sidebar) and it was really fun to do. It would be great if I could put one together for 2014.  It took a long time to make one though, so it might be 2016 before I can get it done.

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Thanks for your visit.  See you next time.

♥ Lisa
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17 comments:

  1. juliefordoliver.blogspot.comJanuary 14, 2015 at 11:15 PM

    An AMAZING painting. Wow!
    I love the depth and mystery the layering gives.
    The title says so much.
    And yes, I would love to see your new neighborhood explored in paint.

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  2. Sue Marrazzo Fine ArtJanuary 14, 2015 at 11:30 PM

    Cool IDEA...I'd love to see your slideshow!
    This is a very beautiful piece = )

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  3. Libby FifeJanuary 15, 2015 at 5:36 AM

    Your ladies are all dressed so nicely!

    Looking forward to your next group of paintings-maybe the views of your new area?

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  4. Sharon TomlinsonJanuary 15, 2015 at 6:16 AM

    Your style shines in this one!
    Love

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  5. Lisa Graham January 15, 2015 at 6:57 AM

    Thank you Julie, Sue, Libby and Sharon!

    I mention this in an earlier post and probably should have in this one as well...I have had several friends lose parents in the last month or two and of course my own mother's death still feels fresh to me even though it was in July. Losing those we care about or watching someone else go through it, always provokes thoughts about heaven for me. Can they still see us? Hear us? And this is what this painting is about.

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  6. UnknownJanuary 15, 2015 at 8:47 AM

    Beautiful work my Friend. You sure do have a real talent!

    Hugs~

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  7. AnonymousJanuary 15, 2015 at 9:03 AM

    Oh I really love this painting, so much going on here on so many levels. xox

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  8. Judy ShreveJanuary 15, 2015 at 9:46 AM

    Lisa - I love this painting! So strong - so special. Thank goodness you have your art to help you process your grief. I remember when I lost my dad I was always wondering where he was -- could he see me, hear me . . .you captured that so well.
    Do you use iPhoto? I created a slideshow - saved it to the desktop and then uploaded it to you tube. It was very easy. Maybe formats have changed a little since you did your last you tube slideshow. Can't wait to see your new one!

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  9. hmuxoJanuary 15, 2015 at 12:58 PM

    This is truly beautiful and knowing the meaning in back of the painting, makes it even more speciall....excellent piece, Lisa!!!!

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  10. lynne hJanuary 15, 2015 at 1:35 PM

    everything about this, lisa... each dress and facial expression is unique. and the background - i love everything about it ...

    i never tire of your girls/women. i love landscapes (and chairs!!) too, but you could never paint too many girls for me...

    xoxo

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  11. Carol RigbyJanuary 15, 2015 at 2:09 PM

    Another lovely painting, Lisa. Landscapes? Chairs? Can't wait to see what's next.

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  12. JaneJanuary 15, 2015 at 5:57 PM

    I really like this painting Lisa , all the patterns , the colors and the story your mind can brew from looking at this, so great ! Change is good, hope you are going to love your new place.

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  13. CAROL HOPPER -- A PAINTER'S JOURNALJanuary 16, 2015 at 7:41 AM

    This painting has so much meaning. Those heirs are really there...'cause I see them! I love it, yes I do!

    It is fun to change what we paint. Yesterday I did a 100% huge experimental painting....being so done with the little stuff.

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  14. Terri CoronaJanuary 16, 2015 at 5:43 PM

    This turned out beautifully Lisa, I loved seeing the different stages.

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  15. Lisa Graham January 17, 2015 at 7:06 AM

    Thank you everyone! I really appreciate all your comments! Hope everyone has a nice weekend!

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  16. Debbie NolanJanuary 20, 2015 at 6:04 AM

    Dear Lisa - just catching up on several of your posts. This painting of Heirs is wonderful. Loved seeing your studio and the photo of you and your dog - very magical indeed. Will be looking forward to more of your lovely art. Take care and have a super day!

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  17. PiaRomJanuary 21, 2015 at 11:41 AM

    Oh how I love this painting! Those connections between these women and the soft colors! Amazing art ♥ Conny
    Piaroms Art Journaling

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