Reflecting on the Power of Reflection

We cannot hold time or the seasons, although often enough we would like to put a slice of time in our pockets. Isn't is grand that we are gifted with the power of memory? Without memory we could neither savor the beauty and joy of our experiences, nor learn from them.

Carrying my camera allows me to "capture the rapture," so to speak, by shooting the inspiring sights I see around me every day. So today I will reflect on the beauty of the past summer season, even as time tries to erase its impact on me.

In this photo you see the very fleeting beauty of reflections on the side of a wood boat on a mid-summer's day. The reams of light jiggle and dance like the wind or a fickle tide, reminding the viewer of just how delicate and evasive moments of beauty can sometimes be.

One ephemeral sight I have yet to capture is the sunlight bouncing off the water and shimmering on the trunks and undersides of the pine branches at the lake's edge. I hope to do so in the near future.

Life is precious! Every moment carries the potential for inspiration and yes, even bliss.


Photo and text copyright Lynda Lehmann. All rights reserved.

If you would like to view my art or make a purchase, please visit Lynda Lehmann Painting and Photography or my gallery at Imagekind, where you can choose from several sizes and paper types or buy my prints plain or matted and framed.

Wrist Corsage

I am delighted to be offering for sale this totally funky fiber art handmade flower wrist corsage.
These are available in a host of stunning colours ( do contact me if you cannot see the shades you are looking for, I am happy to oblige!)
These lightweight flowers are attached to a soft cotton jersey band-roughly 7 and 1/2" to 8" in size to fit over most hands.
I have had so many compliments wearing one of these -and my daughter (18) has also been eagerly snapping them up, for herself and friends,so they really do appeal to all types and ages!
This design has three gorgeous mini flowers, each flower is (approx)3cm (1"+) diameter.

Check out my art store sujati.etsy.com to view my excellent feedback details and shop with confidence!
Truly a one-off this is a lovely gift for someone special or maybe a well-deserved treat for yourself!
Currently available for sale in my store CLICK HERE to view more details and photos

Reflections on Summer's Passing

A Still and Solitary Time

Water Tapestry

Beneath the Surface

Sunset With Wake

Peace

autumn lays a cold hand on the lake
as its shores slip into evening shadows.
twilight's reminiscences bring joy and sorrow to bear.

under a painted sky i envision the freezing of the lake and the winter gale.

loneliness is in the air, in that settling autumn hush,
as seeking shelter becomes the point of it all.

another season of my life has passed
but in the sureness of beauty, I am comforted.

in the peace over the chilling land, i am replete.

- Lynda Lehmann c 2009



All photos and text copyright Lynda Lehmann. All rights reserved.

If you would like to view my art or make a purchase, please visit Lynda Lehmann Painting and Photography or my gallery at Imagekind, where you can choose from several sizes and paper types or buy my prints plain or matted and framed.

New Oil Painting, Floral

This is "Calla Lilies," a new oil painting. It's 12 inches by 12 inches, a different format for me. I like this square format. This canvas is on 1 1/2 inch deep gallery wrap, meaning the canvas and design continues around the sides of the piece, so it can be framed or not.

I painted this piece from photos from my sister's calla garden. These are such beautiful flowers and I've painted them often. Calla needs more drying time before I list it for sale, so if you'd like it before then just let me know and I'll put your name on it. This week I want to paint some smaller callas. I have some very small canvases and think it will be fun. Fun work that is!

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Check out my blog and see new artwork, as well as the wonderful flora and fauna of the beautiful Texas Hill Country!

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Jean

Jean Levert Hood

Rose Quartz

A shot of a piece of rose quartz on a mirror surrounded by black velvet. This is available for sale in several styles, along with more of my photography in my Redbubble gallery

All in the Same Place

Touch of Autumn - Image c Lynda Lehmann

Reach - Image c Lynda Lehmann

Idyllic - Image c Lynda Lehmann

Here are three views of trees leaning over a lake in southern Maine, taken a week before the onset of autumn. They protrude from the fertile bank within mere feet of each other, practically at the same point. Each tree is different, in species, form, and the texture and color of its bark and foliage. Yet each is the same: leaning for sun and sustenance over the shallows in the fading afternoon light.

Lush with life, resplendent in diversity, our planet sings the songs of its seasons.

What are some of your favorite sights, in autumn?

All images and text copyright Lynda Lehmann. All rights reserved.

If you would like to view my art or make a purchase, please visit Lynda Lehmann Painting and Photography or my gallery at Imagekind, where you can choose from several sizes and paper types or buy my prints plain or matted and framed.

MEMORIES Mixed Media Canvas Painting

Mixed media painting on block gallery wrapped canvas, 10" x 10". Sides are fully painted as a part of the work so framing not necessary. Currently available for sale HERE

New Flower Accessories for Autumn!

Just some of the new flower pins I have been working on this week-gorgeous autumn range of colours! Check out my fiber art store on etsy > vividspirit.etsy.com to see more new designs and lots more on the way so check in often!

Oil Painting, Sedona View

Sedona View is an original oil painting, 12 inches wide by 16 inches tall. It is available for $495.00. This beautiful area is breathtaking!

You can purchase my oil paintings and studies on my website .

Check out my blog and see new artwork, as well as the wonderful flora and fauna of the beautiful Texas Hill Country!

Till next time!
Jean

Jean Levert Hood

Moon Lakes and Night Voices

Moon Lake - c Lynda Lehmann

i cannot sleep.

a pale shroud has overtaken the darkened world
and shadows quiver in rhythm of moonlight.

released by luster of illumination,
voices rise from deep recesses of mind and forest

where dreams and animals meet
to share mystery.

their discourse rises on sleek silver strands, to the night wind.

life force has the wisdom to know its own sustenance,
the Life Force whose glow burns brighter in its knowing.

voices merge--chirps and squawks, calls and whispers--
melding past and future, history and infinity
to tell of their knowing.

and i know that their knowing is so much greater than mine.

i cannot sleep.

i drink as well, from the vast cup of silence,
the silky intervals of chastened night
that channels the voices...

those murmurs of God and Infinity that
all at once
calm and discomfort my soul.

i cannot sleep.

i must not sleep.

--Lynda Lehmann c 2009

All art and text copyright Lynda Lehmann. All rights reserved.

If you would like to view my art or make a purchase, please visit Lynda Lehmann Painting and Photography or my gallery at Imagekind, where you can choose from several sizes and paper types or buy my prints plain or matted and framed.

Proposal

One of my original photos for a group on redbubble called "little things to make you smile" which features small items staged to show them doing unexpected things. This is one of several and can be bought in several different sizes on RedBubble including a card. Wouldn't this be a unique way to propose to your sweetie?

Fleur De Lis paintings

I've been painting Fleur De Lis in watercolors and acrylics. These two are both acrylic on canvas.

Purple and Gold is 5 inches tall by 7 inches wide and is available for $50.00.

Gold Fleur De Lis is 5 inches by 5 inches squared. This is painted on a deep gallery wrapped canvas (1 1/2 inches) that needs no frame. It is available for $55.00.
These pieces will be joining other art that I have at The Royal Standard in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. I am at the 2877 Perkins Road location. (Perks Coffee is at 2008 Perkins - one of my favorite BR coffee stops!) I'm so pleased to be at The Royal Standard and will be adding more pieces there. If you're interested in either of these pieces, please contact me. I will be sending them to The Royal Standard in a few weeks.

You can purchase my oil paintings and studies on my website. Visit my blog and see the flora and fauna of the Texas Hill Country area and my paintings. Be sure to click here to sign up for my (usually) monthly newsletter!

Jean
Jean Levert Hood - Texas Hill Country Painter

Nectar

Well, it has been a while again, despite my best intentions! Lots of new paintings and news to share the next few weeks, beginning with this darling little mixed media painting 'Nectar'. Created using collage,oils,inks and acrylic paints on 4" x 6" deep block canvas this piece is currently available for sale HERE .
Commissions are welcome also!