By Rachel Jones Why is it so difficult sometimes to “Finish”. I know what I want to do, yet another project is started. Hopefully the Post-Its will keep me on track this week.
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She Always Brought Joy
She Always Brought Joy By Rachel Jones Multimedia on Paper 16” X 20” This painting was made as a tribute to my sister. It doesn’t look like her. Which had others asking, How is this a tribute? A tribute can pay respect or reference aspects, qualities, or elements of the subject. This individual brought joy and laughter to a space. A refreshing offering like a bespoke fragrant bouquet. I know it’s only temporary, but I miss her. This painting has been juried in by Brian Rutenberg for the Myrtle Beach Art Museum. It’s for a worthy cause. I hope the recipient really connects with it. It is special.
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Oil painting by Rachel Jones There is such bliss in nature. Each season has its own character. Each creature its own language. These works in progress have a bit to go… but well on the way. Unfinished it is still my happy place. Until then, carry on.
These two paintings were delivered today to Art Harbor Gallery in historic Georgetown, SC. We weathered a tropical storm, are enjoying post storm cooler weather, and were treated to a majestic Blue Moon last night. All in all… quite thankful. The paintings are watercolor on quite heavy 300 lb paper. The phlox is one of the many night blooming flowers I was studying. To think when we close our eyes, an entire new world awakens! Support the Arts wherever you are. These are currently available. Happy Weekend, Y’all. -rachel More thoughts- “Imagine how bright she is…As bright as the sun…Even at night” is the uniting script on the previous post and this one- The Warrior Phlox. Night phlox is used in moon gardens due to its beautiful fragrance and vibrancy in the moonlight. These paintings are the sun and the moon/day and night/the heads and tail of the same coin. Both are currently available through @artharbor.sc 11” X 15” Watercolor on 300lb paper. The Phlox Warrior ...
There was a record store in the area called Kilgore Trout. The space is now the new gallery of William H. Miller/Artist on 8th Ave. Artist were invited to take abandoned items left to use within or as inspiration for an art piece. I snagged several things, but was mostly inspired by some postcards. It is oil on canvas 12” X 24”. It is called “A Seat”. A seat means different things to different people depending on time and circumstances. I had a lot of thoughts and fun painting this one. Enjoy. A SEAT by rachel jones 12”X 24” oil on canvas
the heart asks more than life can give By Rachel Jones I’ve played around with this one for some time. I will think it’s finished only to look upon it another time and make a little change here or a tweak there. This is a place where Nature, fantasy, and humanity merge in a feast for the senses. I was thinking the other day how much energy some put into searching out the differences and what separates people instead of realizing the similarities far outweigh the perceived differences. There is such beauty and diversity in nature. And oh how beautifully it wraps its arms around the earth and asks for nothing. There for our enjoyment and to nourish. Happy Monday. -r