The Eleven

In my life, I can never remember a time I was not inspired by beauty of color and form. And so it became natural to seek such through not only waking, but dreaming life as well. The Eleven are paintings of eleven visions which were received during dreams or in times of meditation in the year 2012. Each one with its movement, form, and color silently inspired in great hope and encouragement the exhibit that became this body of work, The Eleven.

The word expressions with each painting were inspired through our friend Ronald Knight who spent many hours in communion with each.

Music compositions are expressions of Keith Rowley of Seattle, Washington who graciously heard and composed the sounds of The Eleven.

And for those who visit the exhibition, the physicist Raphael Dangmann of France has energized holograms for each of The Eleven and will be on display.

"The best and most beautiful things in the world can not be seen or even touched. They must be felt with the heart." Helen Keller

I thank my friends for their hearts of gold.

Mystery (Serafina)
Sanctuary (Chloe)
IAM (Ammon)
Transparency (Altaire)
Sentience (Heiron)
Musical Minds (Amara)
Remember (Bravo)
Spyer Exitor (Ruethor)
The Guardian (Clovis)
Corona (Champion)
Delphinea
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Mystery (Serafina)

Mystery (Serafina)

Serafina represents eternal life. Born of Hope of future joy, Serafina's radiance comes from the dark center that wants to see and feel itself alive and in balance. Subtle in intent, it expresses visual truths to bring the whole into perfection. Pure Love, a single note, sounds complete with translucent boundaries that blend to support "The Great Cause."

24"H x 24"W

Oil on wood

Sanctuary (Chloe)

Sanctuary (Chloe)

Chloe reminds us that beyond our horizons live the land of happy experiences yet to come...all within our beating heart. Even as the rhythmic roar of ocean waves lull us to relax our thoughts, so Chloe encourages us to breathe deep in silent wonder. Nothing truly binds our hearts and hopes, for we are surely free.

30"H x 36"W

Oil on canvas

IAM (Ammon)

IAM (Ammon)

Ammon is The Great Contrast that sparks the imagination Divine. Our true beauty lives in the core of our being and it is ever safe. Ammon encourages us to dive into the deep pools of spontaneous joy that awaits all who will but let go. Life's path may be full of twists and turns, but we trust the Architect.

30"H x 36"W

Oil on canvas

Transparency (Altaire)

Transparency (Altaire)

Altaire reminds you and me of our playground of hope in which our every movement brings encouraging and thrilling joy. Casting the candlelight of your imagination upon Altaire loosens the boundaries of your heart and mind to simply enjoy the complexities of your being and your creations. "I see you, know you, and love you," Altaire declares with the smile.

48"H x 24"W

Oil on canvas

Sentience (Heiron)

Sentience (Heiron)

Heiron encourages you to look deep within and to relax into the golden light hidden inside the True You. Heiron works with helping hands to allow you to look through the clutter in your life to find your true joys. Open your heart in empathy as you look within the puzzle and paradox that is Heiron.

48"H x 36"W

Oil on canvas

Musical Minds (Amara)

Musical Minds (Amara)

Amara whispers softly that contrast adds to the richness of our experiences and expressions. Delicate blossoms of heart and mind mature into captivating contrasts of emotion, thought, and wonder. With each breath, we allow hope another opportunity to declare all ancient and necessary truths through the rich palette of life's many colors. "Relax", Amara encourages, "and simply enjoy our creations."

48"H x 36"W

Oil on canvas

Remember (Bravo)

Remember (Bravo)

Bravo, the standard bearer of Hope, welcomes each of us to relax in perfection. This silent sentinel assures us of Love's constant companionship. Bravo supports us while we live our lives and ponder our future. Rich contrasting tones announce joy that is our destiny and purpose. Bravo compels us to focus on our creations of endless worth and mirth.

20"H x 20"W

Oil on canvas

Spyer Exitor (Ruethor)

Spyer Exitor (Ruethor)

Hidden within the folds of time lay gardens of succulent joy. Ruethor, The Mystery, beckons us to look within to find our own gardens of delight. Simple clues lay just beneath the surface, easily within our grasp if we will but ask. Behold the welcoming Song of Ruethor that encourages us to solve the riddle and reap our rewards....once again.

30"H x 30"W

Oil on canvas

The Guardian (Clovis)

The Guardian (Clovis)

Known as The Guardian, Clovis delights in welcoming each of us to safety within her snowy soft wings. We may rest assured of our safety with the comforting confines of Clovis, The Guardian. And when our rest is complete, Clovis opens her mighty wings to ferry us onward to our awaiting destiny of joy and goodness. Welcome home once more!

36"H x 24"W

Oil on canvas

Corona (Champion)

Corona (Champion)

Champion lights our way with declarations of hope born of love within. Never wavering, Champion beckons the finest within each of us. Deep within, we know this profound truth of our beautiful destiny. The richness of the surrounding darkness in our lives only makes the golden glow of our true worth more prominent and spectacular. We have arrived.

30"H x 24"W

Oil on canvas

Delphinea

Delphinea

Delphinea is the smiling laughter that comes from joy realized. She welcomes each to the joyous party of life, with bright silent hope dancing before us and within our hearts. Delphinea boldly dares us to relax and be amazed by the Great Goodness that shields our way. Knowing that Blue opens the door to serenity, Delphinea exclaims, "Lights, music, action!"

24"H x 24"W

Oil on canvas