Art of the Age

2012-01-19T10:13:00.000-08:00

'Angel of the Heart' is an original acrylic painting on 24 x 30 canvas. It was created from a sketch I did while in meditation. The image represents the intersection of the concepts of angel, sacred geometries and spiritual love. It is the first in a series I have planned. It is available for sale on http://artoftheage.com

New Year

2012-01-08T22:05:00.000-08:00

It's a new year and I am really getting focussed on what I want and going for it. I am really working on web presence and networking now. I am working on several ideas for art which should be appearing here shortly, and on my website. I know it is cliche, but life really is too short to waste any more time on things that don't make me happy.

On other fronts, my cat Uly is doing much better, hairballs are no laughing matter. It took a couple of weeks to get him back to normal. I am still keeping an eye on him, but I know the new food will help all of my cats do better. For those not in the know, I have 4 cats. They are Uly, Cassie, Thor and Athena. I was doing my classics degree when I named them.

2011-12-06T14:47:00.001-08:00

Endurance

18 x 24 Acrylic painting

The last two paintings I painted were the result of a grand adventure I had while working in archaeology. I was doing some fieldwork in northeastern Utah some years ago and I had the notion to paint some of the photos that I took along the way. 'Endurance' was painted from a photo I took on the McConkie ranch where I was graphing petroglyphs. I was intrigued by the way the tree was perched on the rocks out of which it was growing. 'Canyons' is from a photo I took near Flaming Gorge. The ridges and the rocks were interesting to me. I love nature and it was interesting to experience the different landscapes that I encountered on my cross country trip. I wish I had taken more pictures.

This painting is available on my website http://artoftheage.com

Website progress and jewelry sale.

2011-11-17T20:38:00.001-08:00

I've been very busy working on my new website http://artoftheage.com . It's been a lot of work, and I know it will evolve as I start to do some of the things that I have been putting off for the last few years. All in all, a good week and the site, I think, looks really nice. You'll have to check it out for yourself. Jewelry is on sale - 20 % off - and free shipping in the continental US.
In addition to contemporary art in acrylics and pastels, I also do Pet Portraits and Soul Portraits. Gift certificates are available.

Prints and other things on my Deviant Art webpage

2011-11-12T16:30:00.001-08:00

I now have some prints, greeting cards, mouse pads and magnets of my art and photos available on my Deviant Art website. http://artoftheage.deviantart.com

New Painting

2011-11-12T07:54:00.001-08:00

'Canyons' is an original acrylic painting 24" x 20" and is available at http://artoftheage.com

Western Black Rhino

2011-11-10T13:08:00.001-08:00

It is very sad to hear that despite conservation efforts, people are still taking unnecessary advantage of other species and driving them to the brink of extinction. Apparently, the Western Black Rhino has been wiped out by poachers. Efforts are being made to save the Northern White Rhino. According to one of the articles there are only 8 left in existence and a breeding program is underway to save this animal.

Articles on the Western Black Rhino:
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/45236688/ns/world_news-world_environment/ http://www.smh.com.au/environment/conservation/subspecies-of-western-black-rhino-now-extinct-20111111-1na28.html
http://www.cnn.com/2011/11/10/world/africa/rhino-extinct-species-report/

The Northern White Rhino conservancy:
http://www.olpejetaconservancy.org/about/news/northern-white-rhinos-adapting-life-wild
If you are able and so inclined, there is a donation link on their site.

Getting organized

2011-11-01T14:43:00.001-07:00

I am testing the new interface to see if this posts correctly.

Ok, it is apparently working just fine. I was having trouble posting for a long time. So now I can start again.

October, for me, was a time of renewal. I started painting again.

Looking up

2011-08-18T05:28:00.000-07:00

Yesterday I was offered the job and I took it. I am putting in my notice today. It's a beginning, I still have a lot of work to do to get my life in order, but at least I am on my way. The change will do me good. I am starting to feel better about myself, although I am having to work very hard at everything to maintain a positive stance. Getting off working nights was my main motivation for the determined search, and well, sometimes you just take what's available until other things take flight.

I started meditating and conversing with my guides and the masters again and did a little channeled writing. I never really stopped talking with them, but I used to write a lot more. It helped get me through the week of waiting for the phone call and I was able to focus on issues in the world consciousness once more. So I am working hard at being me again. It never used to be work, life flowed better a few years ago. There are a lot of people I know that are going through the same thing; getting fed up with the status quo is very motivating. It is time for some major improvement.

Progress

2011-08-09T08:23:00.000-07:00

The frustration mounted to an unenduring pitch this past week. The lack of sleep became chronic. I was almost in tears. So, last Friday I pulled myself together and pushed myself to go out and apply to some places in person, not just online. I have never had trouble finding jobs in the past and have been really perplexed that I have not found another job despite the effort of the last couple of years. I have an interview on Thursday. I aim to get the job, and then keep looking for something that is more fulfilling. Right now I am simply motivated to get myself off the night thing. I realize that I may have to work 2 jobs, but I am sure that I will work something out.

I am still trying to figure out what to do with my degree. This is the biggest frustration for me. I didn't go through all of that schooling to still be working in low paying jobs. But with budget cuts and lack of contracts, the industry has bee hurting, hardly any field work. So, what am I to do? I know a PhD that has been having trouble finding work. So I am trying to think of more creative solutions to my dilemma.

Those creative solutions primarily revolve around my artwork. I need to start inputting some time and energy into the more meaningful aspects of my life. I know that once I do enough of it that my life will open up and things will flow better. Focus has been a big problem for me the last couple of years, despite all of my training to the contrary. Heck, I used to teach that in my meditation classes. No job is worth what I feel I am putting myself through just to make some money. There are plenty of other fish in the sea and I will find what I need for survival until I generate the things that will allow me to thrive more than ever. Right now getting off the night job is my main motivation. I have an interview on Thursday, pray for me.

I feel like I am putting myself back together again. I started sketching out some ideas for a painting the other day. I haven't done that for awhile. I want to take my artwork to new levels, new places, but I got stalled out in early 2010 just after doing the seagull pastel and starting a painting from a picture that I took in Utah. I simply need to do more.

Balance, self-approval and expectations

2011-03-07T00:19:00.000-08:00

Life is changing and the requirements for maintaining functionality are also. I feel like I am being torn apart sometimes. I know that it is nothing personal, just my own sensitivities to the changes in energies that are occurring on the planet. I have my good days and not so good days, like everyone else. I would rather have more good days now. Lately, I start to make forward progress and something comes up to challenge or cross me. I am very tired of this; I just want to make the changes and get on with it. I feel like I am wasting a lot of time every time that I have to regain my equilibrium. Things were never like this. I expect better from myself and the world around me.

I have been moving internally at first and now externally, toward making some changes that will set a better course in my life. I deserve to be happy, and there is no time like the present to have that happiness. I am making progress, especially in taking care of my body. Going back to the gym was the best thing I have done in awhile. I do not want it to be the only good new thing that I am doing, but with the change in energy, came some physical challenge. I am working through it, but I am greatly annoyed and distracted from my chosen course because of it. I am praying to get over it as quickly as possible. I would rather not say what it is; I don't want to give it any energy anymore. I am ok. I prefer to think of myself in terms of wholeness and well-being, as that is my natural state, regardless of some minor occurrences in the physical. I expect to be well, all the time. By the way, the energy in my body shifted before I went back to the gym, not after. Going to the gym has helped tremendously in more than just a physical way.

I just want to be myself, in all the wonderful ways that I can be. This largely centers around work related issues. I really want to get back to teaching classes/workshops again. I feel that I have a lot to share and some new things to present if I just spend some time gathering the information. I also plan on painting as much as possible, I have so many ideas now and I know that my guides favor that route as well. I have a lot of paintings in my head already, but that doesn't do anyone any good unless I paint them. I also want to get back to doing something in archaeology. I am hoping that the 2 firms in the area have some work this season. There hasn't been any work for the last few seasons (years). It's nice money and it's my field. I love archaeology. I miss it and want to get more experience in it. I have some ideas for research, but need to buy books, so as I change to a more abundant lifestyle, I can resume my interests. Why else did I spend about 10 years of my life in school, if not to use my education and work in the field of my choosing?

I also need to socialize and meet new people, but that isn't a problem once I am able to leave the hotel. Working nights is not conducive to doing the things that I need to do to promote myself and the things that I do. I need to move on. As the phrase goes, now is the time.

October already

2010-10-21T00:51:00.000-07:00

Where has the time gone? Life, being an uphill battle for the past few years, has made it a little more challenging to make forward progress on anything, let alone doing some artwork. I remain hopeful and increasingly resolute to do some new pieces, join an art group or two, and "get it out there". In fact it's all I think about. Well, maybe not all, but a good portion. I even dreamt about art twice in the last couple months. So stay tuned for news and updates. Hopefully my next post will include a picture of some new artwork.

Painting

2010-03-17T21:40:00.000-07:00

Progress has been made. I am working on the painting from Utah. I have so many ideas for artwork now, it's just a matter of time.

Determined

2010-02-21T22:41:00.000-08:00

I feel like I am on fire, you know the feeling, so full of energy and excitement that I don't know what to do first. Everything feels like it is coming into alignment and the doors are wide open. All I have to do is walk the path. What's changed? I knew this stuff before but it seems like I am being given the 'go ahead' from the universe. Go ahead and Be, it's time. My thoughts though are, "when wasn't it time?". Regardless, I am going with the good feelings and pushing myself forward. Past is past; it's all water under the bridge. Whatever happened, happened. All that matters is what I do now, but then that was always the case to begin with, wasn't it?

The external circumstances that seemed to hold me back, are no longer. I think that is the difference, I had to "wait it out", go through the process, etc. Things are looking up and I feel encouraged to resume my progression, spiritually and professionally. Long hiatus though. Never again.

I have so many ideas for artwork now. It's just a matter of time and energy, and some supplies. I am working on a painting from a photo I took out in Utah when I was out there doing some archaeological fieldwork. It's coming along. I hope to finish it this week.

Oh, and I extended the jewelry sale thru Sunday the 28th.

Some thoughts and a jewelry sale

2010-02-21T04:54:00.000-08:00

The days are getting brighter and so is my outlook on life. I admit that last year it was a struggle to keep up a brave face and positive attitude, but it seems that things are turning around for me and getting better. I am searching for the time and energy to do more artwork, I have so many ideas. I am also searching for some other kind of work or other source of income that can help sustain me in a more comfortable fashion and still give me the time to do what I want to do. Working nights has been a real drain on me but now I am more determined to not let it bother me and find a better way. I am making better use of the daylight hours, although I pay for it the next day usually for the lack of sleep. In general I am starting to feel better about myself, which I think is giving me the energy to accomplish more. I never had these types of issues until this job came up, and I've been there far longer than I ever imagined (2 years and 9 months). So I am making every attempt to move forward.

On another note, I have put my jewelry on sale 20% off until 2/24. Any help with spreading the word would be much appreciated. I need gas and food money for the next couple of weeks. I am not usually the type to say anything, but I really need some help and I am not looking for a handout. I just want to do some business.

New pastel

2010-02-01T01:43:00.000-08:00

I finally finished it! More to come. Stay tuned to this station for further news and information. Good things are happening. I am working on a few new pieces and experimenting more with different media.

Snow update and December special

2009-12-11T12:17:00.000-08:00

Well, I know there are a bunch of people who wanted a white Christmas, but do we need 2-3 feet of snow in 2 days? It started snowing yesterday and will continue until tomorrow morning. Already shoveled for 2 hours, and I will be going out again soon to do some more. So I am making the best of it by doing some artwork and doing some web stuff.

I am running a December special on 8 x 10 pet portraits of $85.00. That's $10 off the normal price. Also, you can still order jewelry (up til the 17th) and get it in time for the holiday.

Happy holidays to all, whatever you celebrate. May it be a time of peace and well-being for you and yours.

New article

2009-12-02T00:53:00.000-08:00

I have written a new article on my onecosmiclight website entitled 'A Time to Remember'.

More news

2009-11-10T01:12:00.000-08:00

I have all of my artwork and jewelry now on one website (Creative Ellements). I totally revamped the layout of the home page and redid the colors of the entire website. I think it looks fresh and appealing; I hope you do too. My other website still has soul portraits and spiritual channelings, which I will be adding to shortly.

Working on it

2009-10-13T22:19:00.000-07:00

I did a lot of work on my jewelry website . I have reduced the prices on all of the jewelry 10-30%. Spread the word, please!!!.

Shipping on the jewelry is free in the continetal US. Pet Portraits start at $95.

Liberty

2009-09-30T00:36:00.000-07:00

Finally finished the painting of Liberty. It was a challenge, but I finally came to terms with it. I have many more paintings in my head, it's just a matter of time before I get to paint them. The new works will be different, and the subject matter will vary more as well. But for now, here she is in all of her glory, enjoy. Visit my gallery page by clicking on the title of this article to view the rest of my artwork.

Getting it out there

2009-09-21T22:54:00.000-07:00

Wow, what a week. I am so focussed on getting my act together, doing more artwork and working on marketing it. I am now listed on some gallery websites. They are: absolutearts.com, artoftheage.deviantart.com and one more pending approval. I have some photographic prints available on the deviantart site. I have added links on the sidebar so you can take a look. More will be out there shortly. I am juggling alot right now, with a regular job (working nights, ugh!) and trying to do the art and the marketing. It's getting interesting and I know I just need to stay focussed and keep the faith.

New works

2009-09-20T04:51:00.001-07:00

I finally have some new works posted on my website. I am in the phase of getting my artwork out there, and expanding my repertoire. I have many ideas for new series of works, which I will not divulge at this time. I will keep you all in suspense until I have them posted.

What a cat shouldn't do

2009-09-11T22:33:00.000-07:00

My cat Thor is a real sweetheart and like most cats, an adventurer. I have two containers of water that I leave out on my art table for cleaning my brushes while I am painting. My cats have never bothered my stuff before, but I recently moved my art table and easel to a different room in my house. All of a sudden, he and one of my other cats became interested in what was on my art table. He found the water container and decided to drink out of it. Not the brightest idea he has ever had. Three barfs later... all is well. I now cover the water container.

New Works: the Freedom Within

2009-09-11T19:59:00.000-07:00

The beauty of a blank canvas is that I get to paint whatever I want. There's no one looking over my shoulder, saying paint this or that, I get to decide. In a world full of external directives, it is reassuring to know that someplace in my life I have absolute control over what happens. The conversation is internal, between me, myself and I. Despite all of the creative freedom, there is some trepidation when faced with the blank canvas, it's so lovely and white, why mess it up with all that paint? But then I do and the journey begins. Ideas shift and the painting takes shape, sometimes agonizingly, but it does take shape.

I meditate to get many of the images that I produce. This brings a different dynamic to the process of creating art. The painting is often the result of a collaboration of energies, angels and other celestial beings. Most of my new works reflect this process.

Pet portraits

2009-06-21T22:50:00.000-07:00

I love animals and I now do pet portraits. My dog Jasper was the inspiration for my starting to do these. I love animals and I wanted to stretch myself artisticly. I try to capture their personality as well as their look. This is a picture of Buster, my sister's dog.

Inner space

2009-06-13T02:10:00.001-07:00

Take a look at my artwork and let me what you think. Join my blog to keep current on my latest works and activities. I am a spiritual channel. My artwork is largely spiritually oriented or inspired. Although my artwork is largely abstract or impressionistic it is sometimes realistic. Depends on my mood. I like variety in life and in my work. The painting at the left is a soul portrait that I did for a client.

More can be viewed on my website http://onecosmiclight.org