The Swan

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The Swan

I live on a peninsula surrounded by water. To my north is Lake Erie and my home is the first barrier after 50 miles of open water. And to my south is a bay, which is a protected wetlands nature preserve. I am 100 feet from the bay and 175 feet from the Lake. I have been here for over 40 years. I witness first hand every year the rebirth of Mother Nature from winter's icy grip. The winters here can be brutal with strong winds, ice and snow. But each spring there is a huge multitude of birds that use my backyard as their homestead. A backyard filled with shallow waters and blossoming lotuses. And I behold nature's gentle side. What wonder there is to life. The endless cycle of womb then to tomb and all that is in between. Nothing is wasted all is used somehow. Action springing forth from non-action. The way of the Tao revealed through the auspices of Nature. I have never grown tired of this remarkable spectacle and never will. visionary imagist "Joey"

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gerry logan

gerry logan 20 Dec 2007

Aw yes the perfect place to witness beauty at its best I would love to spend a day there. You do a fantastic job with your pictures

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Artist Reply: Gerry: Thanks for enjoying my little oil painting. I appreciate you stopping by and sharing with me. come back agian.
L.A. Spilsbury

L.A. Spilsbury 11 Dec 2007

beautiful the way light shows through the wings . I just read a book on the Ways Of The Tao and was really inspired by it. I can just come read your stories for wonderful insights to life. SMILE!

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Artist Reply: L.A.: I somehow missed this comment of yours. I just want you to know that I really enjoy your insightful and profound comments. Thanks my friend for sharing with me your words and your fine art.
NVJasmin Rodriguez Garcia

NVJasmin Rodriguez Garcia 18 Oct 2007

lovely bird!!!!so elegant

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Artist Reply: NVJasmin: This particular work was also fun to paint. I loved doing this painting. Thanks for sharing with me your kind words.
Tatyana Shurtz

Tatyana Shurtz 10 Sep 2007

This is a stunningly beautiful painting. Especially - the lighting. Love the colors... I guess I just love it!

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Artist Reply: Tatyana: Thank you taking time and stopping into my little "cyber" gallery. I do so appreciate your input. I have been very busy at my "real" gallery but not too busy to view your wonderful art. Thanks for commenting and stop back anytime!
Bluemoonshadow

Bluemoonshadow 23 Aug 2007

This is very pretty... love the light play on the wings and your write up..:)

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Artist Reply: Blue: I am glad that you enjoyed my art and my words. Your stopping by and commenting was greatly appreciated. I look forward to you stopping back and sharing your insights with me again. Your art and work are quite stunning and beautiful . Stop back anytime!! Again thanks!!
Izabella Pavlushko

Izabella Pavlushko 22 Aug 2007

just fabuluos work, it reminds me of my serene childhood and of many wonderful feelings connected with that distant past !!! ~Izabella

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Artist Reply: Izabella: I am glad that you enjoyed my artwork. I look forward to comments from fine artists, such as yourself. Please stop back again I do so appreciate your insights! Again thanks!!
Renata Cavanaugh

Renata Cavanaugh 18 Aug 2007

Beautiful

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Artist Reply: Renata: I continue to find your work exciting and i am glad that you enjoy mine. I hope that you are feeling better and i look forward to seeing and hearing from you in the future. Again thanks!

Doris B. Lambling 18 Aug 2007

dreamlike beautiful!

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Artist Reply: Doris: Your words always help me to continue down th road less traveled. Knowing that i am not alone gives me courage to continue. thank you!
Vivianne Couture

Vivianne Couture 17 Aug 2007

Good light effect on the wings and on the water. Nice reflecting Marvelous swan.

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Artist Reply: Vivianne: Your words are awaited with eager anticipation from this humble artist. I hope that all is well with you and that you are feeling fine. Your art moves me to do better and i appreciate your sharing with me about my attempts at my art. Again thank you!!
Jerry

Jerry 17 Aug 2007

Lovely or very pretty picture!

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Artist Reply: Jerry; thanks for the nice compliments. I appreciate your input and look forward from hearing from you in the future. Again thanks!
sandra carmo

sandra carmo 17 Aug 2007

beautiful ^^

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Artist Reply: Sandro: thank you for stopping and sharing with me your insights and comments. Thanks again!
Alberto D'Assumpcao

Alberto D'Assumpcao 17 Aug 2007

Splendid composition and text, Joey!!! It's simply beautiful!!!

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Artist Reply: Alberto: Your sharing with me is one of the highlights of my day. I do so appreciate your comments and insights. Stop back again!
Anneke Hut

Anneke Hut 17 Aug 2007

I missed this beauty yesterday, did you upload in the middle of the night? LOL I love the light that is shining through the feathers!

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Artist Reply: Anneke: For me night and day sometime blend together. I have been very busy lately and to be truthful I can't remember when I loaded this piece up. But i am glad that you enjoyed it. I do so appreciate your sharing with me and always look forward to hearing from you.
Ann Fawssett-Atkin

Ann Fawssett-Atkin 17 Aug 2007

What a wonderful place to live and your paintings reflects it. Great.

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Artist Reply: Ann: I am truly blessed to have lived here for so long and to witness all that nature offers. thank you for you comments. Stop back anytime!
Tahnja Wolter

Tahnja Wolter 17 Aug 2007

I love the light in the wings, what a beautiful creature and what a unique and lovely capture you have rendered

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Artist Reply: Tahnja: I always glad to hear your input and wonderful insights. Thanks for stopping into my little gallery and commenting. Stop again
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Artist Reply: Tahnja: Your taking the time to comment and share helps me to continue down my artistic road. thank you. Stop back!
Emily Reed

Emily Reed 17 Aug 2007

AN INCREDIBLY AWESOME PAINTING!

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Artist Reply: Emily: thank you for saying such nice things about this piece. Stop back again. And thanks!
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Artist Reply: Emily: I am grace by your comments and your stopping into my little cyber gallery. Thanks!!
brenda coster

brenda coster 17 Aug 2007

She's beautiful!

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Artist Reply: Brenda: I am glad that you enjoyed my little painting. I hope all is well with you. Thanks!
helen tyralik

helen tyralik 17 Aug 2007

love the bird and the great reflection

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Artist Reply: Helen: thank you for stopping into my little cyber gallery and sharing those kind remarks!
merle cruser

merle cruser 16 Aug 2007

What a beautiful painting of a beautiful bird. I knew it was a swan the moment I looked. Keep up your wonderful work so the world can see it through your eyes!

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Artist Reply: Merle: thanks for sharing those kind words odf encouragement with me. i do so appreciate your input.
Chris Roukema

Chris Roukema 16 Aug 2007

Captivating, Joey! Mother Nature Rules! Awesome Work, My Friend!

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Artist Reply: Chris: yes she does. thanks for stopping into my little world.
Cindy Lemoi

Cindy Lemoi 16 Aug 2007

Another fine work Joey. I love the reflections in the water and the detail you put into this beautiful swan. Great work !

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Artist Reply: Cindy: I sometimes paint scenes that I just find to beautiful. i am glad that you enjoyed it.
Joanna Jungjohann

Joanna Jungjohann 16 Aug 2007

OH joey, such grace emanates from this piece, true beauty, my friend

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Artist Reply: Joanna: thanks for saying such nice comments. I do look forward to hearing your words.
Laurie Rawdon

Laurie Rawdon 16 Aug 2007

This is so beautiful Joey, the light on his wings and reflection are wonderful. I just can't find the right words to express my thoughts other than how beautiful he is.

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Artist Reply: Laurie: Thanks for the kind comments. Your sharing allows this artist a feeling of deep gratitude. Again thanks!
Gabrielle Stahlie

Gabrielle Stahlie 16 Aug 2007

Joey A very interesting tale of nature birth and death and a very beautiful proud swan...this royal bird. The messager of the soul. The reflection of light on his body against the blue/ dark background is wonderful and delicate painted. Sweet dreams...

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Artist Reply: Gabrielle: Your sharing your wonderful words with me encourages me to continue to hone my craft. Thanks !
katja cuikova

katja cuikova 16 Aug 2007

this is awesome work! i`m impressed!

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Artist Reply: Katja: I am glad that you enjoyed my artwork. I do so appreciate when fine artists, such as yourself stop by and comment on my art. Please stop back again I do so appreciate your sharing.