“Hopeful Resolve”

8x8” with 1.5” Sides on cradled wood panel

Material: Acrylic, charcoal pencil, Collage paper, paint skins

Painting intuitively is a visual representation of the decisions made during the artistic process, reflecting both the painting's journey and the artist's personal experiences that day. I start with a colorful wash and incorporate messages using water-soluble neocolors, sometimes leaving them visible, other times blending them into subsequent layers. These messages, often prayers, song lyrics, or poetic words, symbolize my personal journey. I hope these hidden elements inspire collectors in their own paths. Since I paint more naturally in bigger strokes, when working with smaller canvas’s, I line several up next to each other and they share a message across the canvas’s. This is one of those.

Message Included In Certificate of Authentication: I will sing of hope, I will keep my eyes ahead. Sorrow is a thief and fear is a liar.