I Gha-Rawn-Tee! (Justin Wilson)

Yes, I Do Suck The Heads, 8x8, Oil on Hardboard

This little black crow had to be from the South, a Cajun born transplant to the Midwest. He's got a mudbug in his mouth that he caught all by himself. All he needs is a side of grits and he's got it made! I painted this in tribute to my husband and a dear friend who spent time in Louisiana (pronounced Loo-siana). And yes, he does suck the heads, I gha-rawn-tee!

Seriously?

Seriously?, 8x8, Oil Painting on Hardboard, SOLD

Look at that expression! Can you say skeptical? Are you going to try "that's my story and I'm sticking to it"? I think she's got you figured out, better go to Plan B!

Did Someone Open A Window?

I Feel A Draft, 8x8, Oil Painting on Hardboard, SOLD

This is another painting of the little guy who looks like Elvis. He turned to face the wind and his feathers just opened up. I love how ruffly he looks! This painting just screams autumn to me - the warm colors in the dried grass of the field and the lovely ebony of the crow. Hope you like!

My First Painting In A Day - "Hitchcock"

Hitchcock, 8x8, Oil Painting On Hardboard, SOLD

It all began while taking reference photos for a painting of birds on a telephone wire. I noticed that my photos of crows seemed to have humanistic personalities. I also became interested in the Daily Painting movement. I am not a quick painter and didn't have the luxury of painting every day, but I made a commitment (to myself) to try to paint a small painting in one day once a week. These wonderful crows seemed like a great place to start. This is my first "painting in a day". I have to admit, starting it was very intimidating! Did I mention that I am not a quick painter? But he just seemed to be saying, "I dare you to do it!" So here he is - I have named him "Hitchcock" in an homage to the movie The Birds.

The Journey Begins

Buckner & 63rd, 12x12, Oil on Canvas

Art is a journey.

It is a collection of experiences as unique as the individual creating it.

It begins with our first breath and ends with our last.

It is about finding beauty in every situation, even apparent ugliness,

and recording it for others to see.

                                       -Melinda J. Weis

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