There are times when I am overwhelmed by the grit and grind of daily life ,both personal and professional, and I look to my art to find solace and focus. The comfort and challenge of the process of painting is much like meditation and allows me to disconnect from my thoughts. As of late, even painting fails to ease my mind. Fortunately,each day presents new opportunities and time passes without regard for our wasted moments ,mental wages and woes.
Occasionally, unexpected inspiration, a muse if you will, appears and redirects my attention once again, to my greatest purpose: my art. Deborah Darling, an England based doll maker and merchant, discovered my work online. I was immediately enchanted by her unique beauty and creative vision.There was no option other than to paint for her. I am currently working on a series, that celebrates the wonder and whimsy of this kindred spirit, Deborah Darling: Maker of Dolls and Dreams.
Deborah reminded me that I have a responsibility to myself as an artist to continue to create. When I paint, I find strength and see beauty. I find peace. I find me.
"One expected growth, change; without it, the world was less, the well of inspiration dried up, the muses fled.” ~Charles de Lint Kenneth Hildebrand
"Strong lives are motivated by dynamic purposes; lesser ones exist on wishes and inclinations."
We are shaped and fashioned by what we love. ~ Goethe
"Strong lives are motivated by dynamic purposes; lesser ones exist on wishes and inclinations."
We are shaped and fashioned by what we love. ~ Goethe
lovely painting .. and I found it really interesting considering my name and the fact that I make dolls too.
ReplyDeletethis is the most inspiring and most beautiful of compliments I have ever had :0) Jude is a friend and a true inspiration to me also. She is one of the most beautiful people both inside and out. I love her work and hope to be the owner of this painting soon :0) I have to buy it. I love you Jude, bless you darling girl, keep creating xxxx
ReplyDeleteHello Jude :0)
ReplyDeletehow much would it be for you to ship this to me in england---- can you email me on darlingdeborah@rocketmail.com, much love, Deb xxx
I am just seeing this Deborah! Life has been strange and hectic . I will find out the cost if you are still interested. I created it, inspired by you! I hope you are well Thank you so much for your gracious words! I don't think I have been particularly inspiring as of late. I have however been following you and your whimsical creations! Much love<3
ReplyDeletePlease find out when you can Jude, as it would be great to have it in my studio, and you are ALWAYS inspiring ! Even when you dont realise it :)
ReplyDeletelots of love and light as always xxx feel free to message me on fb if thats easier xXx