A Beautiful Find

 “A Beautiful Find”     7 x 5     Oil    $ 105    © Sharon Lewis

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            There’s something mesmerizing about waterfalls. There’s the beauty of the water as it falls from above to splash into pools or streams below, the often impressive rock formations the water travels over, and also the rhythmic sound of the water. These all seem to combine to make waterfalls immensely appealing. This particular one was no exception and was discovered only thanks to some friendly Norwegians who had hiked everywhere in this area and shared their beautiful find. 

            Happy Weekend! 

Turquoise Waters

“Turquoise Waters”    5 x 7     Oil    $ 105    © Sharon Lewis

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            It’s been over a decade since I visited Norway but I still find my memories of the country and her people so vivid. We took a train across the country to the west coast and drove up along breathtaking fjords with crystal clear, turquoise waters. Everywhere we went, the people were friendly and warm – much like the temperatures that summer. I love to escape the hot, humid summers of north Georgia so I was hoping for cool or even cold temperatures. In talking with Norwegians along the way, we found they were having an unusually warm and sunny summer. Apparently, it is often cold, cloudy, and rainy so everywhere we went, people were outside delighting in the warmth and sunshine. I may not have experienced the cool temperatures I was hoping for but I was so lucky to meet such warm people and photograph such gorgeous scenery. 

            Happy Weekend!

 

Quiet Reflection

“Quiet Reflection”        8” x 10”          Pastel         $75         © Sharon Lewis

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            I was drawn to paint this scene not only because I loved the red roof peeking out above the trees but also because the scene to me is all about reflection.  You have the blue sky reflecting onto this pond with its beautiful water lilies and it seems the kind of place where you might go if you were seeking peace and quiet reflection.

            Happy Weekend and hope all in the path of hurricane Ian stay safe!

Windswept

“Windswept”           12” x 16”        Pastel           $200       © Sharon Lewis

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            I’ve needed a respite from the non-stop scary-bad news about COVID and maybe you do too. So, look out a window or better yet, take a walk outside if possible. Notice the trees, listen for the sound of birds, even if you live in a city. Or just sit still for a moment or two, close your eyes and remember a favorite vacation scene….a relaxing, beautiful scene and take a deep breath. The scene I’ve painted is one that I find relaxing and fascinating. The beautiful mountains stand out and I never get tired of them but I also love the interesting patterns on the water created by shadows and wind. Ahhhhhh.

            Happy Weekend!

 

Standing the Test of Time

 “Standing the Test of Time”        Pastel         12” x 12”        $175         © Sharon Lewis
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            I love painting water and mountains and I’m always excited if I find a scene where I can paint both. There’s something that’s endlessly fascinating to me about the contrast between the rugged rocks and the lush green that flourishes in spite of the challenging environment.

            Happy Weekend!

Gone From My Sight

“Gone From My Sight”         Pastel             7” x 9”         $70       © Sharon Lewis
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I borrowed the title of my painting from a poem of the same name by Henry Van Dyke. It talks of standing on a seashore like this and watching a ship sail off until she is out of sight. I’m thinking of my sister, Meg who passed from our sight this week. The poem continues in a happier tone:

             “And, just at the moment when someone says, "There, she is gone,"
                         there are other eyes watching her coming, and other voices
                         ready to take up the glad shout, "Here she comes!"

             And that is dying...”

Hug the ones you love this weekend and have a happy one!