Proud as a Peacock

Proud as a Peacock... 24x36 oil... Pride... the arrogance that pride can produce will inevitably build a wall between us and others, leading to a life of loneliness.

The Buddha of Infinite Light

The Buddha of Infinite Light... 20x24 oil on linen. This was my first attempt at a Buddhist thangha. I painted 2 of these at the same time, one for me, one for a gift to the Buddhist Temple I attend. 6 weeks of bending over 2 canvases...and ultimately a damaged back. I was driven beyond belief in these paintings... and continued painting even when I normally would have walked away. I am never really happy with anything I paint, but I am surprised with my dedication and purpose with these. That showed a great change in me, and with that observation, I am most happy.

She was facing her demons

She was facing her demons... 18x24 oil on linen. Oh yes, something most of us run from. I have run from my demons most of my life, however with becoming a Buddhist, I have had to face down my demons... one at a time. It has not been pleasant, but it has been productive. I have learned that to run from suffering, is rediculous... it wont disappear on its own... a few moments of realization is far better than a lifetime of hiding.

The Puzzle

The Puzzle... 16x20 oil on linen. Our life, our decision making, our paths, can all seem at times to be a puzzle.

Playing the Game of Life

Playing the Game of Life... 24x30 oil on linen. Life is music. We can play the game of life with wisdom, or else fall into the trappings of the world.

The Decision

The Decision... 20x20 oil on linen. One of my worse qualities is decision making.... I can take anything and turn it into a dilemma... I thought with time, I would get better, but unless it is a decision between sardines and a chocolate cake, forget it....

Betrayed

Betrayed... 12x12 oil on canvas... Betrayal happens, whether it be a friendship, job, marriage. It can feel like the end of the world. I have discovered though, that it also forces you to look deep within, to define what you want, who you are, and what strengths you may or may not have. It can be a learning experience, that can enrich your life forever.