Part one of a two-part, Laurus Nobilis features an abstract interpretation of laurels, depicted in inviting shades of blue-gray and touches of natural browns. This plant, historically cherished by the ancient Greeks and Romans as a symbol of wisdom and victory. The bay laurel, used for centuries to crown scholars and athletes, evokes a feeling of tradition and endurance. These paintings beautifully merge artistic abstraction with the deep cultural significance of Laurus nobilis.

Broad and fertile late summer plains stretch to distant hills in a natural mid-day landscape as lavender skies relent to gently flowing clouds.  An expansive panorama where nature and man become one in fair creation.
Part one of a two-part set.

Broad and fertile late summer plains stretch to distant hills in a natural mid-day landscape as lavender skies relent to gently flowing clouds.  Slowly emerging in a quiet fold, a youthful grove of emerald green trees dance and sway in the breeze.   An expansive panorama where nature and man become one in fair creation.
Part two of a two-part set.

This composition features three hummingbirds energetically darting through space with playfully vibrant hints of blue, pink, green, and gold as they fulfill their busy mission.
Hummingbirds are known to symbolize eternity, continuity, and infinity as the fluttering wings of the hummingbird move in the pattern of an infinity symbol.
These extraordinary creatures constantly feed and visit up to 2,000 flowers per day with their long bills in search of sugary nectar. They are also migratory birds and can fly over 500 miles in a day. 
This work portrays hummingbird featured characteristics of movement, the search for nourishment and dashing colors.

Six gracefully lit sunflower yellow birds harmoniously prepare for their busy work. The act of birds coming together in unison is technically known as allelomimesis. The Greek word 'allelo' describes mutual relation to one another, and 'memesis' (also Greek) denotes imitation or mimicry.
Most commonly, birds are exceptionally effective in teamwork as evidenced in “Flying V” formations and flocking patterns that promote safety in numbers and greater efficiency in foraging.

Six gracefully lit sunflower yellow birds harmoniously prepare for their busy work. The act of birds coming together in unison is technically known as allelomimesis. The Greek word 'allelo' describes mutual relation to one another, and 'memesis' (also Greek) denotes imitation or mimicry.
Most commonly, birds are exceptionally effective in teamwork as evidenced in “Flying V” formations and flocking patterns that promote safety in numbers and greater efficiency in foraging. 

According to the Urban Dictionary, a "Lone Ranger" is one who confidently "stands alone," is "constantly underestimated" but always "comes out on top" because of "superior intellect and skill."  The violet masked beauty in this composition with rococo cyan plumage from crown to toe against a salmon pink screen evokes mystery into her possible motivations.
 

Dressed to impress in his evening smoking jacket and with burgeoning yet mischievous grin, Louis is the bon vivant "life of the party" in his 1930's Jazz Age style.  Duke Ellington once said, "There are two rules in life--  rule one:  never quit; rule two - never forget rule one."  Louis Armstrong said "And I think to myself... what a wonderful world."  If you get these jazz greats, you'll get Louis!

Geoffrey Chaucer took lovebirds as his inspiration in his 1382 poem "Parlement of Foules" to honor the union of King Richard II of England and Anne of Bohemia:
"For this was on seynt Volantyns dayWhan euery bryd comyth there to chese his make.
He was the first to link the martyr "St. Valentine" with love, and thus perhaps our modern annual ritual of Valentine's day. Lovebird behaviors such as snuggling, preening, feeding, and pining for each other bear witness to their deserved name. This four-part set of magical lovebirds heightens their sense of warmth in the heart of the viewer with their noble grace.
 

Geoffrey Chaucer took lovebirds as his inspiration in his 1382 poem "Parlement of Foules" to honor the union of King Richard II of England and Anne of Bohemia:
"For this was on seynt Volantyns dayWhan euery bryd comyth there to chese his make.
He was the first to link the martyr "St. Valentine" with love, and thus perhaps our modern annual ritual of Valentine's day. Lovebird behaviors such as snuggling, preening, feeding, and pining for each other bear witness to their deserved name. This four-part set of magical lovebirds heightens their sense of warmth in the heart of the viewer with their noble grace.

Geoffrey Chaucer took lovebirds as his inspiration in his 1382 poem "Parlement of Foules" to honor the union of King Richard II of England and Anne of Bohemia:
"For this was on seynt Volantyns dayWhan euery bryd comyth there to chese his make.
He was the first to link the martyr "St. Valentine" with love, and thus perhaps our modern annual ritual of Valentine's day. Lovebird behaviors such as snuggling, preening, feeding, and pining for each other bear witness to their deserved name. This four-part set of magical lovebirds heightens their sense of warmth in the heart of the viewer with their noble grace.
 

Geoffrey Chaucer took lovebirds as his inspiration in his 1382 poem "Parlement of Foules" to honor the union of King Richard II of England and Anne of Bohemia:
"For this was on seynt Volantyns dayWhan euery bryd comyth there to chese his make.
He was the first to link the martyr "St. Valentine" with love, and thus perhaps our modern annual ritual of Valentine's day. Lovebird behaviors such as snuggling, preening, feeding, and pining for each other bear witness to their deserved name. This four-part set of magical lovebirds heightens their sense of warmth in the heart of the viewer with their noble grace.

The paired abstract set Constance and Thalia draw their inspiration in the fresh renaissance now enveloping the New Orleans Lower Garden District and the enduring streets which share their names. This stately neighborhood was originally founded in 1830's by Americans migrating to the former French colonial capital in the promise of the Louisiana Purchase. These compositions celebrate the embrace of contemporary generations to this once abandoned corner of the fabled city. Earthen tones with haunting shadows are slowly overcome by the emerging brightness of lively bluish and golden hues.

The paired abstract set Constance and Thalia draw their inspiration in the fresh renaissance now enveloping the New Orleans Lower Garden District and the enduring streets which share their names. This stately neighborhood was originally founded in 1830's by Americans migrating to the former French colonial capital in the promise of the Louisiana Purchase. These compositions celebrate the embrace of contemporary generations to this once abandoned corner of the fabled city. Earthen tones with haunting shadows are slowly overcome by the emerging brightness of lively bluish and golden hues.

 

 

Perched on his throne, Maffet the cat embodies the mystique and aloofness of royal feline blood. His majestic attire and the ancestral symbols behind him tell a story of regal descent. Maffet regards the viewer with a gaze that’s both enigmatic and commanding, asserting his sovereign rule over his kingdom.

As a color, turquoise is a blend of blue and green, having both cool and calming attributes. It is associated with refreshment, feminine, calming, sophisticated, energy, wisdom, serenity wholeness, creativity, friendship, love, joy, intuition, and loyalty. The golden mandala symbolizes love and faithfulness supreme within this assuring foundation.
This abstract series is dedicated to Duchess Anna Amalia (1739-1807). As an affluent noble and influential patroness of art and literature, grand-daughter of Frederick the Great of Prussia, Anna Amalia cultivated and supported many of the greatest minds of European theatre—most notably Johann Wolfgang von Goethe and Friedrich Schiller (whose poem “An die Freude” formed the nucleus of Beethoven’s 9th Symphony). As an 18th century inspiration for many women to follow, Anna Amalia founded a theatrical company, was a notable symphonic composer, and endowed a library which is now home to over 1,000,000 volumes.

As a color, turquoise is a blend of blue and green, having both cool and calming attributes. It is associated with refreshment, feminine, calming, sophisticated, energy, wisdom, serenity wholeness, creativity, friendship, love, joy, intuition, and loyalty. The golden mandala symbolizes love and faithfulness supreme within this assuring foundation.
This abstract series is dedicated to Duchess Anna Amalia (1739-1807). As an affluent noble and influential patroness of art and literature, grand-daughter of Frederick the Great of Prussia, Anna Amalia cultivated and supported many of the greatest minds of European theatre—most notably Johann Wolfgang von Goethe and Friedrich Schiller (whose poem “An die Freude” formed the nucleus of Beethoven’s 9th Symphony). As an 18th century inspiration for many women to follow, Anna Amalia founded a theatrical company, was a notable symphonic composer, and endowed a library which is now home to over 1,000,000 volumes. 

Cheerful sunlit skies gently bask a delicate verdant landscape with accents and shadows while pinkish ethereal clouds slowly inch across the distant horizon.