Zen Bear

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Zen Bear

The soul can soar, can float, can fly. It weighs not. It transcends. It is the everlasting, inextinguishable, inexhaustable fire that explodes throughout the galaxies. Blazing in stars and supernova's, reflected on dark nights by the moon, as it runs through my veins to my aching, longing, pilgrim's heart, to return to that Breath from whence I started, to be reunited and to start again. Yet, I can only say where I have been but not to where I am going, even though I must have been there before. But my soul says, "not to worry", for I live in an invisible ocean of abundance and in this journey all will be provided for. So, in secret confidences my soul has spoken deep to my core and has revealed "that fear knocked on the door, and faith had answered, and no one was there". Never worry. visionary imagist "Joey"

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T.D. Ruley

T.D. Ruley 09 Oct 2007

interesting...does he know he's floating? cool idea dude

Visionary Imagist
Artist Reply: T.D. Ruley: It is the moment of Zen that has captured his being. Thanks for stopping by.

Maria Murphy 28 Aug 2007

so sweet

Doris B. Lambling 20 Aug 2007

irresistibly beautiful, touching - an imaginative masterpiece, Joey!

Visionary Imagist
Artist Reply: Doris: The Zen soul arise above the clamor and noise of the everyday to find repose in celestial form.

Johna Gibson Bowman 12 Aug 2007

Your work is amazing.

Visionary Imagist
Artist Reply: Johna: Thank you for the kind comment, especially considering that I do so appreciate your fine art too. Your sharing makes me smile in my heart.
Margaret Platt

Margaret Platt 26 Jul 2007

Again, you have made me smile, inside to outside. I don't know where you get your inspiration from, but wow!! I love this entire concept!

Visionary Imagist
Artist Reply: Margaret: Your viewing my work and commenting brings a smile to me too. I always look forward to hear input from other artsits that I respect. Thanks for dropping in. Please do so, again.
Arevik Tunyan

Arevik Tunyan 20 Jul 2007

nice drawing

Visionary Imagist
Artist Reply: Arevik: Thank you dor stopping and looking at my artwork. Your words are well appreciated. Thank you!!
sheila stanley-powell

sheila stanley-powell 17 Jul 2007

ok joey, here i was looking at this bear and thinking "this is really funny, something you could easily use for a greeting card" and then i read your piece and it just kinda blue that idea right out of the water. such a serious commentary for such a 'light ' piece of work. i do love the painting.

Visionary Imagist
Artist Reply: Sheila: I try to paint what's not easily seen. I don't always accomplish my task but I try. I am glad that you stopped and read my words and enjoyed my little prose. I sometimes spend my free time at a monastery just to get away. Maybe, just maybe, I am learning something there. Well, stop again, if you like. I do appreciate your comments and respect your opinions. Again thanks!!
Carla Klosowski

Carla Klosowski 15 Jul 2007

This is a beautiful work...I love the quietness of the image...Wonderful work...

Visionary Imagist
Artist Reply: Carla: Thank you for sharing with me your comments and insights. I do so appreciate you stooping in for a peek, do so again if you wish. I enjoy sharing with fine artists, such as yourself, our art. Continued success to you. Again thanks!!
Pamela Tweton

Pamela Tweton 15 Jul 2007

I love the colors that you have captured in this piece. For many who have never seen Winter close to or above the Arctic Cicle, they cannot even begin to imagine the colors that can only be found in the dead of Winter.

Visionary Imagist
Artist Reply: Pamela:Your kind remarks will continue to help this mere artist to continue on his journey in art. I do so enjoy spending time with other like-minded artists. Thank you for dropping in, do so again!!
Mark Saxton

Mark Saxton 15 Jul 2007

Great polar bear. Good work.

Visionary Imagist
Artist Reply: Mark: Thanks for stopping by. Thanks for commenting!!
Visionary Imagist
Artist Reply: Mark: Thanks for stopping by. Thanks for commenting!!
Jerie kunitsky

Jerie kunitsky 14 Jul 2007

Really incredible...wonderful work.

Visionary Imagist
Artist Reply: Thank you very much. Please stop back again, I enjoyed viewing your art and value your input. Again thanks!!
stephanie atlee

stephanie atlee 14 Jul 2007

This is just wonderful...what a great piece.

Visionary Imagist
Artist Reply: Stephanie: Thanks for taking time to stop by and comment, I do so appreciate your input. Stop back again and thank you .
Bev Chudey

Bev Chudey 14 Jul 2007

Wonderful Joey!!

Visionary Imagist
Artist Reply: Bev: Thank you for stopping by and commenting. Stop again and thanks!!
bianca

bianca 13 Jul 2007

thisis adorable .......i would loe to hug it....

Visionary Imagist
Artist Reply: Bianca: Thanks for coming by and viewing my art, do so again, if you wish. I enjoy talking with spirited artists, such as yourself. May your dreams be spacious and your blessings be many. Again thanks!!
Delia Pacheco

Delia Pacheco 13 Jul 2007

you are an amazing artist...great imagination!

Visionary Imagist
Artist Reply: Delia: Your words of encouragement inspire me to sharpen my craft into the tool that I hope it will become. Thank you for viewing my humble efforts.

Charlotte Ottilo 12 Jul 2007

Joey...I love this!!!

Visionary Imagist
Artist Reply: Charlotte: Your kind remarks are invigorating. Thank you for stopping by and commenting. I hope you will do so again, if you wish. Your opinions are valued by me. Again thanks!!
Nikolay Semyonov

Nikolay Semyonov 12 Jul 2007

love the space the soul hovers through. wonderful verbal context. amazing work indeed!

Visionary Imagist
Artist Reply: Nikolay: Thanks for stopping by and commenting on my painting and my words. I do value your insight and enjoy your work. Stop back soon!
titta inkinen

titta inkinen 11 Jul 2007

Very much zen feeling in this painting, the bear looks so calm and relaxed - nothing bad could happen there now. A really fine painting!

Visionary Imagist
Artist Reply: Titta: Thank you for stopping by and commenting, it is greatly appreciated. Stop back anytime and share a zen moment!!
William Boyer

William Boyer 11 Jul 2007

great job

Visionary Imagist
Artist Reply: William: Thanks for stopping by and commenting. Continued success to you!
Nora Blansett

Nora Blansett 08 Jul 2007

What a wonderful piece! I love the whole concept, and the way you've laid out the piece is just wonderful!

Visionary Imagist
Artist Reply: Nora: Capturing the moment of Zen is truly a balancing act. I am glad that you enjoyed my humble attempt. Thank you!!
Terry Gilecki

Terry Gilecki 07 Jul 2007

Yoga Bear! how cool... transcending!

Visionary Imagist
Artist Reply: Terry: Thanks for the input. The moment of Zen...transcending!! Again thanks
Kathryn Arruda

Kathryn Arruda 03 Jul 2007

Very cool work-the zen bear is truly living in the moment perfectly :-) I really enjoy the evening sky as the background and greatly enjoyed your accompanying text--great words of wisdom!

Visionary Imagist
Artist Reply: Kathyrn: thanks for your kind comments. Hopefully all lives will experience, if only briefly, illusive contentment, joy and peace.
Kathy Ostman-Magnusen

Kathy Ostman-Magnusen 29 Jun 2007

ZEN BEAR! I adore it.. it just makes me form a great big smile!

Visionary Imagist
Artist Reply: Kathy: Thanks for comment. I, too, smile when I think of my Zen friend the bear. So light and free, above the noise and fray of the world
Janet Gioffre Harrington

Janet Gioffre Harrington 28 Jun 2007

love it!

Visionary Imagist
Artist Reply: Janet; Thanks again!!!
Visionary Imagist
Artist Reply: Janet: It is a whimsy of mine to float metaphorically, I should be so lucky. Again thanks for your input.
cathy sharpe

cathy sharpe 20 Jun 2007

Your imaginative skills in painting are awesome, painting that comes from the minds sight has to be among the greatest of art!

Joey Supina
Artist Reply: Cathy: I hope to remain always the student with the subject as my teacher
Angelina

Angelina 16 Jun 2007

GORGEOUS WORK ****

Joey Supina
Artist Reply: Angelina: It was a moment of Zen for me.
Jean M. Laffitau

Jean M. Laffitau 14 Jun 2007

So peaceful and calm....beautiful done Joey!

Joey Supina
Artist Reply: Thanks! I was trying to capture the elusive moment of Zen
Nancy Woolweber

Nancy Woolweber 13 Jun 2007

So sweet looking! Great job.

Joey Supina
Artist Reply: Nancy:Thank you for your comments. I enjoyed painting my friend the Zen Bear
Joanne Harvey

Joanne Harvey 13 Jun 2007

WOW! Marvelous ...and funny! The sky is so well done..that I believe that He is really hanging in there! Great work!

Joey Supina
Artist Reply: Joanne:I'm new here. Thanks for the comment. Checked out your site and your imaginative art is quite inspiring. In my hometown there is a merry-go-round museum filled with carousel animals. I think you would enjoy seeing it.
annette steens

annette steens 12 Jun 2007

You are a very good painter! This is perfect and very nice!!

Joey Supina
Artist Reply: Annette:I tried to capture the moment of Zen. Floating, ethereal and mystical. I enjoy the company of some monk friends of mine and I am enamored by their lives.Your peripatetic friend Joey