Epoch
All my life empty, run-down houses have given me pause. Those empty structures must have breathed life at some point in their existence. Surely, their foundations were layered with hopes and dreams. Those empty walls must have witnessed life, love and joy at some point. Were those homes abandoned for better situations? Or, are they monuments to lives long gone?
When I began to create a composition around one of these witnesses to times gone by, the optimist in me wanted to focus on life. Life as a gift. Life as a beautiful thing full of wonder and excitement. But, alas, the realist in me sees that life is also finite. The clock is always ticking.
Here’s what I came up with…
Epoch – 30″x40″ – Acrylic on canvas – Completed 2/25/13
©2013, Don Michael, Jr.
I’m really proud with how this turned out. In fact, I was so excited right from the start of painting this and even posted its daily progress on my facebook page, http://www.facebook.com/DonMichaelJr .
One of the side effects of a project like this is that I don’t get much sleep while I’m working on it. Each night I go to bed with it in my psyche and each morning I awaken ready to get back to the easel. So, without further ado, I’m going to bed…
Happy Creating!
I just love the “prelude” to your EPOCH! Each time I have viewed your painting (on-line) I notice a new image. How fascinating! I just love this piece so much I could hug it!
Lee… What a great comment! I love your play on words. Thank you, so much! Bring on the hugs…
-Don
This is mind blowing great, Don!! I like the many veils of time, passage, life. Something I could easily study for a very long time. Love the symbolism of the stairs and time (clock) at the top.
A winner!
Deano
Don. You just get better and better and your subjects are always intricate and so thoughtful. They draw a powerful reaction from the viewer. Wow, is really all I can say.
Deano… Thank you, sir! This is one I wanted people to get lost in. It’s exciting to hear that’s how you feel about it.
Elizabeth… Bless you and many thanks!
-Don