Friday, September 4, 2015

Water Girl -Paint Party Friday

I completed this drawing May, 2014.  There is so much joy and hope expressed here.  Today is so lovely--complete with sunshine and crispy Fall shadows, I've posted the Water Girl because she seems to express my feelings this morning.  

As I am typing this there is a darling little kitten snoozing away on my lap.  He is a happy note!  Though since my Beloved flew away to heaven, there are sad tones in each day--I am beginning to see the tears are like minor keys which often accent the beauty of the day.  It is hard to put this into words.  So perhaps I'll sing a song as I do the tasks of the day--or even more likely, draw some more.  (smile)

Above you see my lovely model Rena.  She is my dear friend and a great blessing to me.  

Happy Paint Party Friday, all you wonderful artists and beautiful people. May God bless you, dear ones.  Have a lovely weekend and thank you for dropping by.

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32 comments:

  1. Lynn CohenSeptember 4, 2015 at 10:19 AM

    I did a double take! The painted card is wonderful!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Cute model too!

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  2. Šolanje na domu-WaldorfSeptember 4, 2015 at 10:32 AM

    This is gorgeous! I love it! :)

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  3. Valerie-JaelSeptember 4, 2015 at 10:39 AM

    Your art is beautiful, as always. Have a wonderful weekend, hugs, Valerie

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  4. Studio KaufmannSeptember 4, 2015 at 10:44 AM

    Your water girl is absolutely lovely. Happy PPF and have a restful weekend.
    Emma
    x

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  5. ChristineSeptember 4, 2015 at 11:05 AM

    such a lovely piece Beth, glad you are finding small joys in your day.

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  6. MaschaSeptember 4, 2015 at 11:24 AM

    So beautiful - reminds me about Alfons Mucha and his time.
    Happy PPF

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  7. My name is Erika.September 4, 2015 at 11:27 AM

    I think your drawing is gorgeous, and how lucky you are to have a good friend who will model for you too. Hug to you! :)

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  8. sirkkisSeptember 4, 2015 at 11:30 AM

    Your painting is lovely, Beth, and your words touching. I wish you happy weekend and creative days ♥♥

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  9. AnonymousSeptember 4, 2015 at 11:50 AM

    This is so beautiful! I had to take a closer look to see all the incredible details. I love the way you painted the waterfall, rocks and the drapery. Makes me happy to look at it!

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  10. UnknownSeptember 4, 2015 at 11:51 AM

    Above comment was from me :) forgot to log in

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  11. Linda KunsmanSeptember 4, 2015 at 12:58 PM

    that is an incredibly beautiful illustration Beth- and your honest and delicate words have touched my heart. May the sad times always be the minor ones. Happy PPF!

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  12. UnknownSeptember 4, 2015 at 1:10 PM

    Excuisite piece! So many intricate details and the colors, amazing. I can feel you sadness through your words. Remember, you have an online family here to support you. Love on the kitty for me.

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  13. carol l mckennaSeptember 4, 2015 at 1:13 PM

    Beautiful water girl ~ glad your kitty is snuggling with you ~ hard to lose those we love so dearly ~ sending your lots healing energy and hugs ~ xox

    Happy Weekend to you,
    artmusedog and carol

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  14. GingerSeptember 4, 2015 at 1:20 PM

    Wow - the details in your work blow me away! So lovely and such vibrant colors. Sending you good thoughts as you continue to deal with the emptiness left from losing a loved one.

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  15. JanetSeptember 4, 2015 at 1:48 PM

    Your painting is beautiful!! You really captured the image.

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  16. dentheSeptember 4, 2015 at 3:21 PM

    Gorgeous bright colours, enough to make one happy. Hope you'll be able to find the beauty in every day, and that the sadness will transform into a sweet memory....

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  17. Kate RobertsonSeptember 4, 2015 at 3:57 PM

    Such a beautiful rendering of your friend. The colors are rich and beautiful. Great work,
    Thanks for stopping by and linking up on my site.

    Kate

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  18. froebelsternchenSeptember 5, 2015 at 12:58 AM

    Wonderful art ! Gorgeous! Happy weekend!

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  19. SusuPetalSeptember 5, 2015 at 1:49 AM

    Your water girl is so beautiful and so talented painted! I love the bright colors.

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  20. The Rev. Arnoldo L. Romero, MLASeptember 5, 2015 at 5:09 AM

    I always love the wondrous worlds you create for your gorgeous characters. You are blessed to have your artwork to work through your grief, and now a sweet kitty too. Blessings!

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  21. sheila 77September 5, 2015 at 5:48 AM

    A really detailed and colourful painting, so cleverly done, and again I admire so much how you paint from a real life set-up.
    A kitten is a thing of joy, full of life and energy, I'm glad you have a kitten in your life.

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  22. DVArtistSeptember 5, 2015 at 9:56 AM

    This is truly beautiful. You have captured so much emotion, depth, and color.
    Nicole/Beadwright

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  23. GinnySeptember 5, 2015 at 11:27 AM

    Your painting is truly beautiful. I love the deep rich colors and all of the incredible detail.

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  24. Lisabella RussoSeptember 5, 2015 at 12:48 PM

    Oh this is beautiful! I love it so!

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  25. GlorV1September 5, 2015 at 8:25 PM

    Awesome work and model. Have a great weekend.

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  26. LeoviSeptember 6, 2015 at 3:59 AM

    Wonderful portrait, which look pretty! I love the dress.
    Limbo Delirium
    Black & White Abstracts

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  27. JKWSeptember 6, 2015 at 4:13 AM

    Creative and beautiful. The colors are extraordinary. Blessings, Janet PPF

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  28. Tammie LeeSeptember 6, 2015 at 8:26 AM

    such a lovely piece Beth. i love your waterfalls and flowering plants.
    it makes sense that feelings come and go in each day. sending love....

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  29. Özge BaşağaçSeptember 6, 2015 at 11:55 PM

    Beautiful painting. Love the flowing lines and the bright colors.

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  30. GigglesSeptember 7, 2015 at 1:06 AM

    Your work is gorgeous and the process wonderful! Very poignant expression of love, hope and grief married into your day like intricate threads!You expressed that perfectly!!

    Hugs Giggles

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  31. Gloria j ZucaroSeptember 7, 2015 at 8:12 AM

    Hi Beth,
    Your drawing is so beautiful and DECO. I love it! Thanks for leaving a comment on my blog. have a good week.

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  32. Teresa M. ArsenaultSeptember 24, 2015 at 5:50 PM

    This is very beautiful, Beth. She looks so lovely - pensive and hopeful at the same time. My heart feels for your sadness.
    hugs,
    Teresa

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