Stunning pink azaleas come to life at daybreak in this composition featuring vibrant motion towards the new day. The word turquoise is actually derived from French “turquois” because the mineral was first brought to Europe from Turkey from its origins in Persia. Esteemed for thousands of years throughout ancient Egyptian, Greek, Roman, and modern empires, turquoise is a holy stone, bringing good fortune, and representing, love, faith, health, and security.
Part one of a two-part set.

Stunning pink azaleas prepare for their evening rest in this composition. The word turquoise is actually derived from French “turquois” because the mineral was first brought to Europe from Turkey from its origins in Persia. Esteemed for thousands of years throughout ancient Egyptian, Greek, Roman, and modern empires, turquoise is a holy stone, bringing good fortune, and representing, love, faith, health, and security.
Part two of a two-part set.

This work was inspired and adapted from the "Voynich Manuscript," a 15th century codex hand-written in an unknown writing system, which may have been composed in Northern Italy during the Italian Renaissance. The mystery of the meaning and origin of the manuscript has excited the popular imagination, making the manuscript the subject of novels and speculation.Amethyst Basil is a uniquely Italian and ancient variety. It has large, thick, turned down leaves, appearing almost black. In ancient mythology, it was associated with Bacchus and wine—in fact, according to the ancient Greeks, it could guard against drunkenness… Amethystos means “not drunk” in Ancient Greek. Later, under Christian tradition, the color would come to be associated with Christ, its colors representing purity of spirit.

This work was inspired and adapted from the "Voynich Manuscript," a 15th century codex hand-written in an unknown writing system, which may have been composed in Northern Italy during the Italian Renaissance. The mystery of the meaning and origin of the manuscript has excited the popular imagination, making the manuscript the subject of novels and speculation.
Laurel is a symbol of victory and honor. The ancient Greeks fashioned interlocking branches of the bay laurel (Laurus Nobilis) into wreaths and garlands to celebrate both athletes and poets. Indeed, even in modern days when we talk of “Nobel Laureates” the ancient meaning refers to one “crowned with laurels.”

This work was inspired and adapted from the "Voynich Manuscript," a 15th century codex hand-written in an unknown writing system, which may have been composed in Northern Italy during the Italian Renaissance. The mystery of the meaning and origin of the manuscript has excited the popular imagination, making the manuscript the subject of novels and speculation.
The Nerium Oleander plant of the dogbane family Apocynaceae is toxic in all its parts, but was nevertheless dubbed by the ancients as the “desert rose.”  It signified the feminine face of god as a symbol to both pagans and early Christians.In Greek Myth, Nerium Oleander is associated with charm and romance. The origin of the name was said to have come from a young man, Leander, who out of sheer determination to see his love swam the Hellespont every night.In one fateful night however, while trying to reach a blossom of the plant for his lady, he drowned-- and so the sweet romance ended. In the morning, his precious lady longing for his love can be seen shouting and with such forlorn cried “O Leander!”, “O Leander!” in the banks until finally he found and clasp in his hands are these sweet flowers who has now become a symbol of everlasting love – Oleander!

This work was inspired and adapted from the "Voynich Manuscript," a 15th century codex hand-written in an unknown writing system, which may have been composed in Northern Italy during the Italian Renaissance. The mystery of the meaning and origin of the manuscript has excited the popular imagination, making the manuscript the subject of novels and speculation.Sunflowers symbolize adoration, loyalty and longevity. Much of the meaning of sunflowers stems from its namesake, the sun itself. These flowers are unique in that they have the ability to provide energy in the form of nourishment and vibrancy—attributes which mirror the sun and the energy provided by its heat and light.

This work was inspired and adapted from the "Voynich Manuscript," a 15th century codex hand-written in an unknown writing system, which may have been composed in Northern Italy during the Italian Renaissance. The mystery of the meaning and origin of the manuscript has excited the popular imagination, making the manuscript the subject of novels and speculation.The thistle is actually part of the sunflower family, and is the national symbol for Scotland. To the Celts, the thistle represented bravery, devotion, durability, strength, and determination. Just try to pick one up! Its emerald hue symbolizes balance between head and heart. Green is the color of life, nature, and balance. Purple is the color of love, protection, sacrifice, and nobility. Inwardly, the thistle unites these attributes towards higher consciousness and enlightenment.

Butterflies are deep and powerful representations of life, struggle, and change. They are reflections of our souls.
To Christians, the butterfly is a symbol of resurrection, and around the world butterflies are viewed as the symbols for endurance, change, hope, and life.
In this composition, golden butterflies dance over the canvas in joyful liveliness.
Part 1 of a two-part set.

Butterflies are deep and powerful representations of life, struggle, and change. They are reflections of our souls.
To Christians, the butterfly is a symbol of resurrection, and around the world butterflies are viewed as the symbols for endurance, change, hope, and life. 
In this composition, golden butterflies dance over the canvas in joyful liveliness.
Part 2 of a two-part set.

This composition is dedicated to the iconic American musician and pillar of the “Grateful Dead,” Jerry Garcia.
Named after a composer and born in San Francisco, music was enstilled and encouraged by his family and teachers at an early age. Growing up in and around Menlo Park, Jerry emerged as a founder of the Grateful Dead in the early 1960s. Soon thereafter, he became an American icon.
Beyond the quality and craftsmanship of the 20+ gold or platinum certified albums released over his lifetime attesting to the quality of his music, Jerry just made you feel good and happy.
He “owned” the guitar, effortlessly improvising with the band while supplying beloved vocals in perfect harmony. Studio recordings were good... but live was so much better.  Those were the days. You are very missed.
P.S. Thanks to John Mayer, who recently called it "the honor of a lifetime" to play with Dead & Co. Together, they're keeping Jerry's great music alive.
Come hear Uncle John's Bandby the riversideCome with me or go aloneHe's come to take his children home

This composition is inspired by the ancient Berber seafaring city-state of Tangier. Situated opposite the Straits of Gibraltar, the city is said to be named after Tingis, the daughter of Atlas, the mythical supporter of the heavens. Founded in the 5th century BC by Carthaginian colonists from Greece, it later passed to the ancient Romans as Mauretania Tingitana and then to the Byzantine Empire. Rich orange and golden hues in this abstract evoke symbolism of warmth associated with joy, sunshine, and the Mediterranean/Saharan landscape—representing history, adventure, curiosity, and creativity.

Originally established as a crude fort in 1699 near the mouth of the Mississippi, the name "Plaquemines" was a Gallicization of a Native American word for the many nearby "persimmon" trees.
The inhabitants of Plaquemines are stubborn and tough.
Having weathered many wars, hurricanes, and landscape changes from shifting tides, sandbars, and marshes—the Parish strongly adheres to its deep French roots.
This composition captures this heritage and the primordial beauty of Louisiana wetlands against blue skies and silver-tipped clouds.

This composition embodies the old adage “Pink sky at night… sailors delight; Pink sky at morning… sailors take warning!” But, at the same time it, provokes the question whether tranquility or turbulence are rising on the tide.
 

Beaches are always changing. They are alive. As an ecosystem, they are home to birds, crabs, clams, fish, grasses, algae, and countless other life forms. Miraculosly, they consist of the coarse erosion products of land (sand and pebbles) and sea (shell and coral fragments)—subject to the whims of winds and currents.
The shoreline where the land meets the sea is constantly changing.
In this composition, gentle rolling seagrass and sandy golden beaches give way to an expansive azure oceanscape.  Perhaps this is the best living embodiment of change.

 

 

 

 

"Verdigris" is an invitation to a contemplative journey through its accessible abstract style. Using color-block technique, it gently conveys quiet introspection, encouraging exploration in the interplay of shades and shapes. Through the rhythmic flow of colors, "Verdigris" evokes a sense of tranquil reflection, providing a brief respite—a visual sanctuary for inner contemplation and exploration.