Monday 12 April 2010

Floral Abstract

Floral Abstract


This painting was used with today’s blog because it is a painting off a single bloom that made my heart leap when I saw its head stick above the others in a clump of flowers. It was so striking in its beauty. I painted it on a box canvas leaving out everything except for the core of the flower head. It stood there inviting the bees to visit it holding its head high.


The young man in my blog held his head high in the midst of adversity. Nobody was allowed to see his struggle only his little victories.

I do not remember who now has this painting. I remember having it and another similar one and sitting talking to friends. In the company was an old lady who said that she really liked the painting. She asked if she could buy it. I said no she could not. Before I left I get a carrier bag from the owner of the establishment and wrapped the painting up and left it with her as I left to go home.

I have never seen her again but I hope she has had some pleasure from it.

This blog is linked to my other blog at:-An Inspiring Young Man

5 comments:

  1. Gosh, Ralph. I am awed by the bigness of your heart!

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  2. Inspiring, Ralph! And a beautiful painting!

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  3. Please do not be awed at all it is just me being me.

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  4. It is a stunning painting Ralph. Filled with power and passion. I wish more people were like you, Ralph! xx

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  5. Hi Ralph - I envy the woman who owns this lovely painting - it's just beautiful!

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