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Trinity

Numbers have influenced humankind from the very beginnings of civilization and culture. From a time long ago forgotten when some ancient ancestor of ours used his fingers to describe how many Mammoths there were nearby. To our modern day mathematicians and physicists computing the enormity of our universe. Numbers have always been a part of our lives. One such number that has ascended to celestial heights is the integer "three". It's towering span of importance has stretched throughout history from the Triad of Abydos, through the mysteries of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit and up to and including modern times when the first atomic explosion was nicknamed Trinity. Oppenheimer, the father of the first atomic bomb, when asked to describe this tremendous explosive moment referred to an ancient Hindu text, the Bhagavad Gita. A book about one of the "three" central figures of Hinduism. So the number "three" has held enormous sway throughout history. I wished, in some small way, to give homage to this meaningful little number. So with paint, brushes and canvas, the "three" items needed to fulfill my task, I have attempted to pay tribute to a number. There are probably not too many paintings done for one specific number but I thought it would be fun to do so. visionary imagist "Joey"

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Brigitte Hintner 11 Nov 2007

AWESOME in every way ....as always Joey !!! I sincerely love this one so much !!!TOP NOTCH !!!

Artist Reply: Brigitte; Thanks for your continuing support of my artwork. I do so appreciate your commenting and stopping by.

Gabrielle Stahlie 11 Nov 2007

Joey, indeed, 3 is a holy number in all the times and cultures just like 7, another uneven number but even so magical. I think also of the three Fates, who made in the folklore and old myths such important decisons about life and death for humankind. A beautiful realisation of the symbols of a number.

Artist Reply: Gabrielle; I am glad that you enjoyed my writing and painting on this little number that has a big history. thanks again.

mahesh konsam 10 Nov 2007

Joey : it's a beautiful and highly thoughtful abstract.The world too is also one 3 Dimensional system. I love the use of one point perspective, it tells me of the fact that lies from the very origin of the world !! and the tangles defining to other systems !! Wonderful painting !!

Artist Reply: Mahesh: Your insightful comments are always appreciated. I look forward to seeing your new works as well. Take care my creative friend.

Rusty Woodward-Gladdish 08 Nov 2007

Leading from the centre.............

Artist Reply: Rusty: I always look forward tto your opinions and value your words. thanks again.

Joanna Jungjohann 08 Nov 2007

The Easter Triduum that is my 3. beautifully written joey, amazing work

Artist Reply: Joanna: Your comments are always so precious to me. thanks for sharing with me.