it's all part of the process

love this painting I did for my brother a couple of years ago. It's one of the few pieces I did where I took pictures during some of the process to give an idea of the different stages of these abstract works. I didn't quite capture all of the different places this painting went while I was working on it but it gives you a good idea of my process. 

1. a lot blue

2. let the blue dry and started to add some texture and color

3. really wet stage otherwise known as don't mess with it

4. almost done

This turned out just the way I hoped it would...exuberant yet moments of calm within this stormy ocean like burst. Tranquil colors that explode and mix in a vibrant contrast...this piece was absolutely perfect for Mike and I'm really happy he enjoys it as much as I loved the process of its creation.

Jalaine will remember us, seventeen, not innocent but aware, not tough but strong, getting lost on California highways while we listened to Morcheeba...

Flocking to the sea
Crowds of people wait for me
Sea gulls scavenge
Steal ice cream
Worries vanish
Within my dream

I left my soul there,
Down by the sea
I lost control here
Living free

I left my soul there,
Down by the sea
I lost control here
Living free

Fishing boats sail past the shore
No singing may-day any more
The sun is shining
The Water's clear
Just you and I walk along the pier

A cool breeze flows but mind the wasp

Some get stung it's worth the cost
I'd love to stay
The city calls me home
More hassles fuss and lies on the phone

I left my soul there,
Down by the sea
I lost control here
Living free

I left my soul there,
Down by the sea
I lost control with you,
And living, living,
And I, living, by the sea