today we had
a taste of summer time
and this was my response...
Ask yourself what makes you come alive and go do that, because what the world needs is people who come alive.
Howard Thurman
Find a place inside where there's joy, and the joy will burn out the pain.
Joseph Campbell
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And a gorgeous response it is...
ReplyDeleteKarin, that looks so very hopeful and positive!
ReplyDeleteThe little bird is so amazing - and so is the rest of the painting!
ReplyDeleteAnd as always - LOVE the powerful colors! I´m just working on a painting with sun and ocean-waves (on canvas) - seems everyone is seeking for sun these days :)
Lots of love xoxo Bettina
oooo...this makes my heart sing...it was aloooong winter and you're lookin' good out there dancin' in the sunshine ;-)
ReplyDeletesunshine- it's the best high! We are in the dark up here- for at least another week but when the sun comes out it is amazing! Giddy! But of course you could live in a closet in the basement and still produce great art- You're just like that, you are.
ReplyDeletesuch a positive post
ReplyDeletelove the little bird! and its good to see you dancing! keep it up. lyle
ReplyDeleteYour heart is rejoicing with the taste of summer. Love it!!
ReplyDeleteSummer looks good over here!
ReplyDeleteI LOVE IT and I have to say it's one of my favorites to date. The warmth radiates off the page.
ReplyDeletesmiling all over the place Karin! I am soo ready for warmth and these warm my heart! xoxoxox thanks bella!!
ReplyDeletewasn't that sudden summery spell marvellous, we had one too here!And this looks like a warm happy place...
ReplyDeleteWhat a great response. Good work. Have a great rest of the day.
ReplyDeleteAs always, your work is energising xJ
ReplyDeletesmiling.... smiling... smiling
ReplyDeleteQuess what is my screen's new background photo to keep me smiling ...and smiling ... and smiling
I love how you are celebrating summer. The sun makes all of seem happy. Your painting makes me smile and glad you are enjoying the season.
ReplyDeleteAlways look forward to your posts.
Katelen
Hot colors Karin! I have been thinking of you. I hope you are well as can be. Take care dearest Karin. You really are on my my mind. I just wanted to let you know. You and Tessa. I should say hello to her too. Tsup!
ReplyDeleteWe had a spell of warm weather here, too- in the 80's! I love your colorful response; the figure radiates pure joy. I can feel the energy of summer in this!
ReplyDeleteI am just learning the dance of the lotus...warmth...energy...and total passion. the colors are wonderful and the text in the background is intriguing. I am going back for a closer look. Continue to see and feel the sunshine..it heals in the energy of light. Imagine and Live in Peace, Mary Helen Fernandez Stewart
ReplyDeleteYour images are sizzling Karin! Sending you love x
ReplyDeleteAnd such a wonderful response. I always enjoy yoyr specific colors. Strong and cheerful colors i think. I love the bird, the flower in her hand and the heart she's holding. Great painting.
ReplyDeleteOH, YOU ARE SOO INSPIRING!!!
ReplyDeleteTHANK YOU SOOoo MUCH :))
Greetings from Liso
Yeah!!
ReplyDeleteI seem to have developed tendonitis or some kind of over use injury in my left wrist and hand...making typing painful for me...so I might not be blogging as much for a while... this includes commenting on your amazingly inspiring blog. But I can still read your posts- I will be present to you in a quiet way-reading and viewing your words and images, and leaving a simple ☺
ReplyDeleteto let you know I have dropped by and am thinking about you.
Gentle steps,
Laura
rich warmth pulsates through vibrant colors, an open heart holds all the new beginnings.
ReplyDeleteit warms my cold hands just looking at it; i'm looking forward to some of that warmth from the sun here, for now it is still our woodstoves taking the chill off the 30 something degree mornings. the sun is shining brightly today, but the air remains cool/cold. soon...
Thanks so much for your comments. Any friend of Lyle's is a friend of mine. I have read through your last several posts. Your work has great power and your drawings are soooooo good, the bird totally resonates with me. Peace and prayers to you through your healing journey...
ReplyDeleteCorrine
very glad to see her stepping back into the center of the bloom.
ReplyDeleteah the comfort of being surounded by nature's beauty
I felt that heat..and you captured it here very well.
ReplyDeleteNow THIS is a celebration of color and warmth. I'm lovin' it!
ReplyDeleteGood morning Karin!
ReplyDeleteI have an award for you.
Oh, this painting is a dance of the sun, of nature and of being freshly born from a flower! Beautiful piece. I love the little bird too...
ReplyDeleteNoting quite like the power of pastels and the message they convey through your delicate fingertips. Its beyond words...
ReplyDeleteI just fell in love with your art! Love this sun Goddess! it reminds me of Kali. Thank you for sharing with the world. Beautiful, Beautiful, Creative Expressions!
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