Jubilation
I love this phrase from Rumi because he captures exactly how I feel about Beauty. When I open my heart to a moment of beauty, I feel a wave of jubilation – and also a sense of awe at the mysteries and marvels of our universe.
I’ve spent the past five weeks nudging these roses into being. There were days when I couldn’t find my way in the painting, when my eye and my hand couldn’t fathom the subtle color shifts (or is it the spirit?) of a flower. But I’ve learned that I can trust my painting practice, and know that by calmly showing up every day at the easel, I will eventually find my way.
Jubilation, Oil on Linen, 47.5 x 54”
Finding my way on the canvas.
“Jubilation” in my studio with Chanel, our
toy poodle, for scale.
“Jubilation” will be on view at the San Francisco Art Fair, courtesy of Andra Norris Gallery, April 25 – 28. I’ll be visiting the Fair each day, and look forward to seeing my roses amongst the art from wonderful galleries around the world.
San Francisco Art Fair
(formerly San Francisco Art Market)
April 25 – 28, 2024
Fort Mason Festival Pavilion 2 (Booth A05)
2 Marina Boulevard
San Francisco, CA 94123
sanfranciscoartfair.com
P.S.. I have a game-changing discovery (at least to me) to share with my painter friends. We all know how difficult it is to mix a true, bright pink. The existing reds on our palettes just aren’t adequate, and we end up adding blue, violets and anything we can to find that true pink. Well, Holbein makes a beautiful color called Quinachridone Opera. Mixed with a little white, it makes a gorgeous pink, and it has transformed my palette. Enjoy!