Fall Art Walk Exhibitions

Another person who has been a cherished friend for many years, seemed predestined to have relationships only with people already in relationships. Simply put, Laurie was rarely “involved” with single people.

Note #1: Laurie has been happily married for years. 

Note #2 : No, I’ll never tell 

Paramour: lover; and most often considered to be an illicit lover, especially of a married person   

This painting was inspired not by a single person, but rather, a family. The Matthews were people who lived in a world dominated by the written word along with compilations of visual wonders such as nature, art and humanity. It’s as if the Matthews are part human and part “living books.” Their family has owned and operated bookstores for generations. 

Literati: individuals or groups engaged in and focused upon literary pursuits; especially the appreciation of books

One of my longest friendships include an entire family. The Mitchells often base their vacations on the presence of natural hot springs. They are not classical hedonists in that they enjoy sharing their pursuits of pleasure with friends and family. So, if there is such a thing as hyper-social hedonists and seekers of the good life, these people are the paradigm. 

Hedonist: a person who believes that the life should be devoted to the pursuit of pleasure and living well

Marianne is simply one of those people who lives life with a unavoidable commitment to always “stopping to smell the flowers.” Her love of nature led her to becoming a highly admired master gardener. While flowers and plants may be her passion, she has that attitude of joy in all aspects of her life. 

Joie de Vivre:  keen or buoyant enjoyment of life that radiates vitalizing energy and inexhaustible gaiety  (French translation - joy of life)  

Leo is a highly respected photographer with an impressive portfolio. His subject matter is diverse but with influenced by unrepentant curiosity. He sees life through a camera lens and does so with impressive artistic passion and skill.  (Note: Leo only wishes he were this lithe and speedy)

Fauve :  an artist of the early 20th century whose works are characterized chiefly by the use of vivid colors and/or style. The French translation of Fauvism is “Wild Beasts.” 

Though Susan is nomadic at times, it is more her impressive collection of, and unusual affiliation with, camels that inspired this piece. Her connection to Bactrian camels and dromedaries came about as the result of a game among friends imitating the sounds made by various critters.  Her impersonation was memorable for its silly inaccuracy. Once that tale was shared, everyone started sending her camel objets d’art. 

Nomad:  a member of a people or tribe that has no permanent abode but moves about from place to place; wanderer, itinerant