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So I got some more art to put up; the sketches are weeks old, the paintings are all new. When we are kids, there is something fascinating about superheroes. Comics, cartoons, and movies portray characters who have been given massive abilities and are thereby shouldered with the burden of protecting the good things in life. The heroics and often the human side of these characters inspire us to think in positive ways about our own gifts and talents. While we cannot lift trucks or fly like an eagle through the air, we can all do something that can inspire or help the people we come in contact with to live better lives. This despite our being human and all the natural flaws that come with that fact.
The best comics and superhero stories to me remind us not only to use our skills for the good of others, but that we have flaws that must be managed and worked through, like Wolverine's great care for others' safety balanced with a raging temper he constantly battles, for instance.
So I've made a little progress in my life and with some of the issues that cloud my mind, and I am learning that 'perspective' in life ( the way we view things ) can only be changed in degrees. Our progress must be made in tiny steps, as we live in an illusion that makes life seem like a long thing. In truth it's a breath ( see Fraser's songs in the new playlist @ page bottom, ) a whisper, but that doesn't change the fact that I have to work right now, in this moment, to make the next one ( and the way I accept and use it ) better.
These two are from an idea my dad gave me. The pictures' elements are framed by the random, natural patterns found in the woodgrain. They are painted in watercolor directly on raw wood.
And these two are a new idea, using washes for the background, and alot of texture in the acrylic paint, then using japanese ink to add contrast and 'lift' some of the elements off the canvass to show even more depth.
Last note: if anyone has any connections or advice in the freelance art and/or illustration fields, information would be greatly appreciated. I've got to find a way to increase income and share this art. It would be AMAZING to work at something like this and create income while sharing. thanks.
email is: danmarsh1@gmail.com
Hope you like the artwork. It will be another week ( got some work... ) before I get another chance to post. Pray for me if you think about it. Things aren't easy, but my perspective is better more often and I have to have faith that that alone will help.
love, faith, perseverance, and never lose hope in your life. a great song : shower the people by James Taylor. Till the next post - Dan
4 comments:
It is good to see a post from you. The first set reminds me of a guy that my wife knew through a class she was teaching. He offered to help me design a label for a coffee company. I went to his house and I had no idea who he was. I am not a comic book kind of guy so I was clueless. If you google his name it should give you a clear picture of the guy. Rick Hoberg.
Good luck!
RJ
"we live in an illusion that makes life seem like a long thing"
wow. what a line.
I am quite inspired by your writings and you.
hey, it's because i've also been writing the exact same lines in Korean for koreans. haha. so no worries, your computer just doesn't have korean translator, that's why it's coming out in blocks:D
Love your art work! I think I said that in a previous comment, but it's true. I love art.
Michaela
P.S.
Thanks for your awesome comments. I really appreciated them and you brightened up my day. I have a friend named Dan and I thought for some reason you were him, but my Dan isn't as positive and uplifting as you. Anyway, thanks dude :D
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