SUSAN'S . . . PLAYING AGAIN!

BARS 6"h x 11"w pastel Imprisoned . . .  enveloped by the mass. Colors screaming . . .  blasts of orange and browns. Slits of blue . . .  hope.

Sketch of BLAST 6" x 6" pastel A new year and analyzing a new direction . . .    For so long I've been creating my little skies, but now  am attempting to push it along after reflecting on my  body of art. As one can tell, I love color!  And who doesn't if one plays with pastels?  But I notice I have a constant palette of bold and contrasting  colors, that typically are blue in hue with an occasional  red as above. So now it's time to take a step in an opposite direction.  So bear with me please, and let's see where this all goes. 

RED HOT 6" x 6" pastel skyscape With fascination and sadness, I'm watching the news  unfold and feel my painting RED HOT exemplifies  the state of affairs of today. Democracy is a wonderful thing that allows us  as individuals to have a voice in our Country, yet  it is truly a sad time.  Avoid bloodshed . . .  unify.

PURPLE TURMOIL 6"h x 4"w acrylic + pastel Pleased to announce that Purple Turmoil was purchased ,  with a portion of proceeds to benefit cancer research! With many thanks to Artist, Avril Thomas, the International Exhibit "A SMALL WORLD" was held at Magpie Springs Gallery,  South Australia.  It was a great endeavor not only in compiling artists from all over the world, but also in facilitating the auction, press  and website.  It has been a great honor to be included and thank you to Elizabeth Ports of South Australia for purchasing PURPLE TURMOIL !

BLUE 6" x 6" pastel 10" x 10" mat and frame SOLD   Past the dark days with an upswing to brighter days.  Nice with strips of blue peeking through! 

DARK DAY 8 1/2" h x 10 1/2" w pastel The sky has been very somber of late and such a contrast to the start of a new year.  So breathe and dig deep for the beauty.