Tuesday, November 10, 2009

Airport Travelers


This is a re-post of the same painting...different photo. The first one was quite subdued and didn't represent very well.

I want to thank everyone again, publicly this time, for their marvelous warmth and support of my courageous wife Rose. Last evening her doctor called to say that the bone biopsy he performed came back negative...Negatory!!! Wow, what a relief for both of us. I'm not planning to turn this into Rose's health blog, but again, I wanted to thank everyone and pass on some great news. She still has a long way to go, but the fight is on one front, not two or ten. In my joy, I painted this current DSFDF challenge which I loved...probably my favorite next to last year's portrait exchange. Painted to the sounds of U2 and the flavors of a fine merlot, this came together quite smoothly with only a couple of drawing changes at the beginning. It's unusual for me to have thoughts other than painting when working on a piece, but the welcome distraction was a bonus, in that I probably kept a few more details out of this.

oil on canvas board 

12 "x 9"

$395
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23 comments:

  1. dacoopNovember 10, 2009 at 9:05 AM

    Wonderful news about Rose, Vern! And what a wonderful way to celebrate with this painting.
    It will always be a reminder of your joy...I love when that happens!!

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  2. adebanjiNovember 10, 2009 at 10:23 AM

    Great piece!

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  3. dominique eichiNovember 10, 2009 at 10:37 AM

    YEA !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I am so glad to read this. I like prayers answered.
    Your DSFDF is fabulous of course.
    We love you both. Blessings

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  4. Mona Diane ConnerNovember 10, 2009 at 12:58 PM

    Vern that is great news about Rose! Please keep us posted, and great work.

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  5. Pattie WallNovember 10, 2009 at 6:44 PM

    Yeah - good news! I am happy for you both! Nice shadows in the painting, colors are mesmerizing and give a dreamlike feel.

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  6. Edward BurtonNovember 10, 2009 at 7:08 PM

    Great news, Vern, and a wonderful painting. Ah, merlot...

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  7. Ann RogersNovember 10, 2009 at 7:11 PM

    Vern, thanks for sharing your good news about Rose. We all share your joy! I knew you would have a great entry with this one..like the "merlot" color coming into the painting!

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  8. Claire Beadon CarnellNovember 10, 2009 at 10:58 PM

    I am so happy to hear the great news about your wife, Vern. I'll continue to keep both of you in my prayers.
    Once again, you have nailed the challenge - this is simply magnificent...sure the merlot and U2 helped!

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  9. liz wiltzenNovember 11, 2009 at 12:05 AM

    I am so glad you took on this challenge, i thought of you the whole time I was painting mine, knowing how you are captivated with that overhead view. Splendid job my friend!

    And such great news about Rose, wishing you both all the best. xo

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  10. UnknownNovember 11, 2009 at 7:58 AM

    Hi Vern,
    I haven't been here for quite a while, so was shocked to hear all that you and Rose have been facing the last few months. My thoughts are with you, and I rejoice in the good news from the doctor. Enjoy the days ahead of you with hope and peace. (((hugs))) to you both.

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  11. Becky DreesNovember 11, 2009 at 8:58 AM

    Gorgeous work, Vern and FANTASTIC news about Rose. Hallelujah!

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  12. Dean H.November 12, 2009 at 1:05 PM

    That is indeed news worth shouting and celebrating, Vern!!

    Your joy sings from within the fine painting!

    God Bless you both.

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  13. Carrie GriesemerNovember 12, 2009 at 2:03 PM

    Wow, your figures in this one turned out fantastic, awesome job!

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  14. Art with LizNovember 13, 2009 at 3:23 PM

    Well done on both your wife's great news and this great interpretation of Karin's pic.

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  15. LeAnn WhitacreNovember 14, 2009 at 9:53 AM

    Very nice. Sometimes painting is like taking a long walk...you're somewhere else for a time, and you come back refreshed, and in your right mind again, having worked out a problem, or an emotion to something you have no control over. Except with painting, you have something to show for the trip! So glad to hear the good news about Rose.

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  16. Kerri SettleNovember 14, 2009 at 2:34 PM

    I'm so glad to hear some great news on your wife's test results, and I really hope things continue to look up for both of you.

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  17. UnknownNovember 18, 2009 at 5:10 AM

    Excellent composition

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  18. Diane MorganNovember 18, 2009 at 8:49 PM

    How nice to hear good news! Thanks for sharing.
    Great painting, Vern. Love the muted colors and quietude of the scene. Really wonderful.

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  19. L.HolmNovember 19, 2009 at 12:31 PM

    Huge smiles and hugs to you both, my friend.
    xoxo

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  20. Kari TirrellNovember 20, 2009 at 11:53 AM

    AWESOME NEWS, Vern!! I'm SO happy to hear it! I hope things just keep getting better for you both. Great painting, too!

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  21. Gwen BellNovember 24, 2009 at 3:53 PM

    Fantastic news about Rose! I'll continue to keep you both in my prayers.

    This painting is wonderful, Vern! It was such a challenging assignment and you've done a beautiful job.

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  22. dominique eichiNovember 28, 2009 at 6:20 PM

    I looked even closer and it's such a fabulous piece.
    You make us Smile !

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  23. sharonFebruary 28, 2010 at 12:29 AM

    Interesting perspecitve, well done! Lovely painting.

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