04/25/2008 23:53:32

Laughlines,  I received all your messages.  Thanks so much for the encouragement.  I actually started drawing in grade school and wanted to take an art correspondence course (cost too much); so I always had this burning desire to paint.  When I finally started painting in the 70's, I did everything wrong.  I was self-taught.  Now, I think I'm doing better but still developing my title (whatever that is).  Speaking of Kansas and Missouri, I was near Carthage last week (had to come back to Bethany, Missouri for my mother-in-law's funeral).  Thank covered bridge, by the way, is in Bethany.  I painted both Stormy Weather and the Covered Bridge to enter in a black and white contest (got no where).  Thanks for your comments and encouragement.

04/25/2008 19:57:32

Laughlines, I like your sense of humor.  And actually the field of sunflowers was near Denver International Airport.  But since you've clicked your heels together, you've already realized my love for sunflowers since I'm originally from Kansas.  Thanks for the comment.

04/25/2008 17:51:45

Hi Susan, Thanks for noticing my latest painting...I think...   =)

I enjoyed visiting your site. You have some great work and some interesting writings. It's also refreshing to see how devoted you are to your faith. If you get a chance, go to my website www.donmichaeljr.com. You might see a few images you can appreciate, especially in the Printmaking section of my portfolio.

Isn't this journey we call life fun?     -Don

04/25/2008 15:41:20

I think it's the state of Pennsylvania after the recent Democratic primary........

04/24/2008 22:25:33

Thank you Anne, for your kind remarks.  "In the Beginning" means more to me than most of my work, just because the deepest feelings I ever experienced was holding my (7)babies in my arms...to experience the miracle of bringing another human being to existance...mind boggling!

04/23/2008 21:20:59

Hi,  Thanks for your post.  I also like that you put God first.   I thoroughly enjoyed going through your gallery.  All your work is great.  My favorite is "In the begining".

Anne

04/23/2008 14:54:47

Thank you for your kind words about my art! Kelly

04/23/2008 12:52:23

Dear Brother Brian...the last thing I want to do is "down" the beautiful painting of Christ.  I just know from my experiences witnessing to people, that there are some offended by a honey-hair color and blue (not in your case) eyes.  Especially supporting Jews for Jesus people who are familiar with the area.  Most men in that era were clean shaven, with short (dark) hair and olive complexion.  I understand completely what you are saying, and I want to encourage you that this is really just critique without cause.  I'm so thrilled to see so many artists magnify Christ here at Scuttlebutt...LOL....and I really appreciate you as a brother in Christ!