Invisible links

While working on a composition I take a great effort in finding a flow and a connection to create a balanced image.

It’s curious that this is reflected in our daily lives with the people around us. That when taking the time to nurture relationships, I, for one, feel more balanced and happier.  These invisible links with our friends, our family and those around us, that are so essential because they in return, influence us and help create the composition and flow of our own lives.

So no matter where we find ourselves, whether by a lake or on a bridge in distant city, let’s remember to cultivate our connections in order to paint the canvas of our lives into what we want.

Padlocks on the Puente Isabelle II (Trianan Bridge) in Seville, Spain. A tradition where lovers fasten locks and then throw the key into the Guadalquivir river.

There are times we have those unique connections right in front of us. Like a shared moment on a lake. (Green Lake, Washington)

And other times those connections can be found in the most peculiar of places.

Metallics

India Ink and Metallics.

Perhaps because of the cooler weather and upcoming festivities such as Halloween and those that follow it, I find myself submerged (warmly indoors) in hours of painting and once more playing with a  kaleidoscope of colors in my art, including metallic tones.

This lead my mind to the Experience Music Project.  A building designed by Frank Gehry and often referred to as a mashed up guitar. Although the beauty of this building is at times questioned in the media; I, on the other hand, found myself lost in a sea of metallic fascination.  My eyes and camera danced in delight scanning its many curves and psychedelic reflections.  Very appropriate for a building that pays homage to Jimi Hendrix and other Rock ‘n’ Roll icons plus houses the Science Fiction Museum and Hall of Fame.

There are times for cool and muted and there are times for bright and metallic. During these days, with the chilling climate outside, let yourself be warm and bright on the inside.

Swells of reflecting structure.

Copper and gold waves undulate at the Experience Music Project.

With one line or one strum, just like the stroking of a brush, create part of a whole sinuous composition.

What Encircles

Part of the charm of living in the Pacific Northwest is the amazing scenic views that surround us. Just drive a few hours away and you will find yourself exploring majestic mountains, arid deserts or the humid Puget Sound. I propose we rediscover our surroundings and let ourselves enjoy what encircles us. Sometimes the allure stems from looking close up, other times the wonder is discovered by taking a step back.

Driving through the Cascade mountains many times the view will surprise me. Here I see the forest echoed in the sky.

Close observation of a dandelion in metamorphosis.

A sunset that brought peace and calmness to me {And I couldn’t stop taking photos of it}. This was taken on a ferry ride from Kingston to Edmonds.

The warm hues of the sun played wonderfully with this rusty air vent.

I’m taking an online art workshop. Now I find myself submerged in exploring and learning new art techniques.  
www.squamartworkshops.com/alena-hennessy–abundant-wild-life

Goodbye September

Phew…just before the month ends, a farewell to September with a new post. This month was full of living and experiencing it. A month of reorganizing, along with a bit of business and finished off with a dash of travel.

I got to visit The Filoli House and drool over their beautiful library, not to mention the rest of the historic house and famous garden. {That Baron Munchausen book is dated 1896!!}. If you ever find yourself in Woodside, California, just 30 minutes outside San Francisco, I highly recommend taking time to visit this grand country house. http://www.filoli.org/

During this month, although busy, I found it important to make time to create and listen to life’s little messages.

Every once in a while pausing to try little sweet indulgences. 

Yet always finding beauty in unexpected places. 

Opening my eyes to the window of what tomorrow will offer. So for now goodbye September and hello tomorrow!