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

Visionary Imagist
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!

Visionary Imagist
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

Visionary Imagist
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!

Visionary Imagist
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..:)

Visionary Imagist
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!!