Epic goals

I am in awe of people that have epic goals.

I know that God places us in amazing circumstances that sometimes we don't understand.

This is one of those circumstances God has chosen to place me in and bless me through.

I was contacted by a gentleman on July 29th about a very special piece.

 This man in the painting is a good friend and business partner.

He is also apparently an incredible athlete and deeply faithful man.

His friend here named Paul had apparently called one of my galleries and they recommended me.

Over the course of our first conversation, this piece became visible in my mind's eye.

I told him of my idea and he loved it.

It took a lot of work to make it come close to the actual coastline on the front pieces.

The piece is relatively small, only 16 inches round so it will fit in his carry-on luggage.

There are also some of the channels and deeper regions near the coastline.

The photo he provided didn't quite give me what I needed, so I lifted the arm out of the water slightly.

It also had a tight timeline, due to Paul traveling to England.

 He will be in the support boat while his friend swims.

It also has a verse written on the outer rim of the painting.

I am so honored to have done this piece for him and his friend.

His friend lives in England and is about to embark on swimming the English Channel.

The swim can take anywhere from 13-14 hours on average.

The swim can be completed in 7 hours.

It has also taken 27 hours or more.

It all depends on the swimmer, the tides, changing weather, and the swimmer's personal stamina.

The shortest distance in a straight line is 21 miles or 34 km.

The actual distance is often 25 to 30 miles due to zig zagging, tides, and strong currents.

I'm sure God will be on both their minds as he does this epic feat.

This is the verse around the painting.

Psalm 137:7-10

7 I can never escape from your spirit!

I can never get away from your presence.

8 If I go up to Heaven, you are there; if I go down to the grave,

you are there.

9 If I ride the wings of the morning,

if I dwell by the farthest oceans,

10 even there your hand will guide me,

and your strength will support me. 

Epic goals. Acrylic on custom wood round, 16 inches

Day 38 of the 100 days~100 paintings 2026

 

Octopus in my hands

I love the smaller format!

Not only are they much easier to paint, but I can also hold them in my hands while I am painting.

This makes this size portable and affordable for collectors.

It's been a long day of intense creating on the latest Dead Men tell no tales paintings.

Lots of cut work, lots of detail, I will finish it tomorrow.

I also got a confirmation for the latest commission, so it is a go now.

It combines several things that are memorable to the recipient.

It will also include a Bible verse.

Intense

Incredible

Interesting

Life here at the Raccoon Retreat Studio here in beautiful Fairhope, Alabama

But for now, Goodnight!

Octopus in my hands, Acrylic on canvas, 4 x 12 inches

Day 35 of the 100 days~100 paintings 2026

 

Salt water

It has been an incredibly jam-packed busy day!

I started my day as usual with my Bible and other readings, then I journal.

This typically takes about an hour, sometimes more.

After I journal, I send the messages and begin my day.

Today's agenda was to take my sister in love to Prodisee pantry for 100 pounds of groceries.

This is so needed by her and helps tremendously with her food budget.

I also needed to ship a package or two to India.

I've needed to send these things to Christina for a couple of weeks now and today was the day.

Chris volunteered to take his sister to the pantry, so that freed up my time to get the packages ready.

Packing involves removing price tags, bags and generally just making everything generic.

You also cannot have any lithium batteries or batteries period.

It is becoming harder and harder to ship overseas.

I get the boxes packed, and head to the post office.

There, I have to fill out paperwork with my name, address, her name and address, and sign it.

I also have to list every single item, its cost, and its weight.

The totals all have to add up and cannot be over $200, or you have to pay extra.

Even the weights have to add up.

One of the boxes took three sheets to list all the items.

Each sheet has my name and address, her name and address, and my signature.

It's a lot and my heads hurts after getting it all done, paid for, and out of my hands.

I then headed home.

Chris beat me to the house and had taken the artwork from upstairs to the downstairs.

It is a lot of bags, all separated with plastic bags, against each artwork.

We took everything outside and in between dachshunds trying to get into the van, we loaded in the art.

This is a new system for loading, and I had to remove items and 

replace them in a delicate game of Tetris.

I also have to be sure that nothing will fall out when we open a door or the hatch.

This took a while to get everything into the vehicle.

I asked about the ornaments and Chris said what ornaments?

There they were under the sewing machine.

I managed to get them to fit, then realized the tree for them was still upstairs.

I went to the studio to get the tree and there was another bag of art!

Coming back down, Chris said there's no way that will fit.

(He doesn't like Tetris as much as I do!)

He went into the house shaking his head.

After a few minutes of gentle rearranging, everything had a place, and I was done.

We then went to lunch where I got a salad, and Chris got a burger and fries.

When we returned, Chris took a nap, and I headed to the studio.

I needed to trace out all the paintings for tonight's small group at church.

It took a couple of hours, but I got 12 canvases traced off and ready for class.

I packed extra just in case.

I then went for the evening sojourn with the rottens,(dachshunds)

When we got back, we dropped off the dogs for a quick trip to the grocery store.

I had a couple of things needed for dinner.

I prepared our meal, ate, then cleaned up and headed to class tonight.

The class was fun but ran longer than expected.

I always enjoy the chatter of the ladies and the laughter.

This painting about salt water was our piece for tonight.

After a lesson on sweat, tears, and the sea we jumped into creating.

Everyone had fun!

Salt Water, Acrylic on canvas, 11 x 14inches

Day 99 of the 100 days~100 paintings 2025

 

Flourish's, missing parts, and a unicorn!

Today is Dahlias Birthday in India.

She has turned the big 4 today.

Each year, each grandchild gets a painting for their birthday.

My hope is someday they will cherish the paintings that are pieces of their lives.

Archers birthday is next on the 12th of August.

We got the delivery of the new Flourish sides yesterday.

The brackets work beautifully with the Extreme X6 tent.

I now have proper Sta-bars for the tent.

I also have the wall parts for both a 7 and a 5-foot wall.

This gives us a beautiful doorway with no visibility to the back of the tent.

We had lots of "discussion" while building the walls the first time on Friday.

The heat was unbearable and the sweat rolling down our backs 

did not make for terribly polite conversation.

It definitely was a challenge as the paperwork sent was not very helpful.

It was difficult to determine which part was which and getting a correct count of brackets and poles.

We adjourned for the day as I painted at Artwalk last night.

We tried and conquered on Saturday as you can see.

Just as I imagined, the pieces look spectacular against the black.

They really pop!

I am sending our feedback to the company.

We are also missing a male pole that belongs to the Sta-bar for the second tent.

That was a part of the problem.

Photo showing the missing pole.

We also have to come up with some sort of storage system for the large number of pieces and parts.

These poles are heavy to say the least because they are made of steel. 

My other Sta-bars are aluminum and much lighter.

Chris wants to build a box out of wood. (more weight!)

I would rather have bags.

This will be our next "discussion".

We don't get angry, but we both believe we are right.

 I try to explain the pros and cons of my point, Chris just says let me build it.

Box or bag?

Both are viable options.

Flourish's, Missing parts, and a unicorn! Acrylic on canvas, 6x6

Day 33 of the 100 days~100 paintings 2025

 

Two days later!

Two days later!

Still painting, but life is catching up with me.

I completed the whales today, with sanding, fitting, and painting the background.

I think the third whale was the perfect touch.

A quiet background, fitting for these majestic creatures.

Yesterday was a full day of "dinosaur-ing."

The last one we're building is large, probably 10 feet long.

While they are not life sized, they are large and impressive.

Sarah helped again yesterday, wiring and wrapping vast amounts of paper around the frame.

My grandson and her son played hard in the pool while we felt the sweat trickle down our backs.

We will visit this dinosaur again on Tuesday together, probably to finish the main paper mache.

Chris and I then went to a function last night for a family member, so I didn't get a chance to post.

Grace and Space for me.

I also managed to make a reservation at two campgrounds while at the computer this weekend.

One in Covington, Louisiana in November for the Three Rivers Show in downtown Covington.

This is an excellent show, very well run and a stellar artist dinner Saturday night.

We are looking forward to it!

I also reserved a site on Little Talbot Island, Florida for a show next May.

Yes, you read correctly May 2026.

Turns out it was the LAST site available for a trailer camper.

Problem is, I don't even know if I'll get into the show on Amelia Island the first weekend in May.

Once you get caught up for the next round of shows, the following season comes calling!

I typically have 5 in the fall, and up to 8 in the spring.

Needless to say, as an artist you are on pins and needles wondering if you'll even get accepted.

You see, all of the shows I enter are juried.

This means you submit photos and a jury fee.

You have about 30 seconds to catch up to three judges' attention. 

They then score you on your works and booth shot, sometimes reading your artist statement as well.

Most of the time, I have been fortunate to get into the shows I apply for.

Although Mainsail is one show I just cannot seem to get correct in my application.

I'll keep trying.

It took me three years of applying to get into Mattie Kelly in Destin.

It's now one of my favorite shows in the fall.

I am still waiting to hear from Mattie Kelly, Peter Anderson, and Jubilee in Daphne.

Jubilee is a given, as I took an award last year, but I still had to apply.

I'm also needing to rehang my space at Hello Gallery in downtown Fairhope.

It is in serious need of a refresh!

I also painted this one entirely today.

I took a full day in the studio to get something done.

Unfortunately, it means a mess I have to clean up. 

I sanded the pieces today that I am currently working on.

Sanding means a LOT of messiness.

Sometimes life is like that, creating messes that we have to clean up.

I'm so glad we have a Savior to clean up our messes from our sinfulness.

That's definitely not my department! 

After cleaning up, painting edges, finishing fronts, and then gluing down the works.

We have to put a block of wood behind them to make them sturdier.

Of course, these pieces will have to travel before selling,

 so, they have to be able to withstand some movement during transport.

They will also be brad nailed, filled, then touched up before varnishing.

Finally, they will have their hangers added.

So far, I have four completed of the 24 I want to show at the National Shrimp Festival in Gulf Shores.

I am also praying for the many victims of the flooding in Texas.

It is heartbreaking to hear of the death toll climbing.

I pray the families have closure soon.

I cannot watch the news about it, as I am a visual artist and cannot get the scenes out of my mind.

The enemy knows just where my opening would be easiest. 

So, I shield myself from watching the news for that very reason.

Going along swimmingly, acrylic on wood, 13 inches

Days 5 & 6 of the 100 days~100 paintings 2025

 

Herons around II

I'm taking a "Skip" day.

I painted all day today, my brain is on overload and I must calm down.

The euphoria from painting today was very real.

It wasn't while painting this heron though!

I am working on a very large project that is SO not my style.

It has me energized because the owners are delighted with my progress.

I am over the moon with joy!

Herons around II, Acrylic on wood panel, 12 inches round

Day 56 of the 100 days~100 paintings 2022

 

Herons around

The painting today was fun to paint.

I really love painting these predator birds.

Even though they're not raptors, they are really efficient hunters.

They are also efficient scavengers.

Although if you're at the end of that beak, they don't seem like a scavenger.

They can be very intimidating as well, flying in to get their share of your catch of fish!

I have seen them actually steal a fish right off the hook of a fishermen, much to their consternation.

They also have a very mean sounding call as they're flying in.

Herons around, Acrylic on wood panel, 12 inches round

Day 55 of the 100 days~100 paintings 2022

 

Sweet turtle too!

Another sweet turtle.

Another day painting too!

I actually spent the bulk of the day working on a new steampunk piece.

These pieces take a lot more than one day!

I am very excited about this one.

It's a creature I've had several requests for over the years.

He is also quite large, measuring 2 ft. x 3 ft.

I am having a very enjoyable time painting him for sure!

I'd better get busy on steampunk.

 I have a booth of nothing but them this fall at the National Shrimp Festival in Gulf Shores, Alabama.

I've always wanted them to be judged on their own merit, so this year is the year that happens.

The steampunk I do is so very different from my normal works.

People are usually quite shocked to find I paint them.

It also got a lot of buzz and recognition at shows this Spring.

I took three awards this Spring.

I know at least one of them was for the steampunk.

 The judge made a point of coming back after awards and told me.

So, I work hard creating new works for two booths this year!

Whew!

Sweet turtle too!, Acrylic on Shadowbox canvas, 16 x 16 inches

Day 52 of the 100 days~100 paintings 2022

 

Pelican III

The Raccoon Retreat Studio is a hum of activity as of late.

I am painting and also working with my daughter on a Mardi Gras train for next year.

It's hard to wrap my head around Mardi Gras right now as it seems so far away.

Pushing to get things done.

I've already used over 1,000 yards of thread making appliques so far.

The appliques are a large part of the train with two of them measuring 

3 feet and the other two measuring 3.5 feet!

Lots of sewing, trimming, then having to clean my studio from the fabric remnants.

Such is the life of an artist, especially one who sews.

But, before anyone asks I don't sew professionally any more.

Too many headaches and time I really don't have right now!

Somewhere in there, I painted too!

Loving these rounds!

Pelican III, Acrylic on wood, 12 inches

Day 49 of the 100 days~100 paintings 2022

 

Butterfly and sunflowers

Butterfly and sunflowers is one of the photos I'm using with permission from Debi Parnell.

I am having an enjoyable time painting while using her references.

This one is small, but still took a while to paint!

Several hours in fact.

I still enjoyed the piece while creating for the Audubon show.

Small but mighty.

I try to have pieces for the beginning collector as well as the seasoned collector.

Both are wonderful in my book!

Butterfly and sunflowers, Acrylic on canvas, 4x12 inches

Day 23 of the 100 days~100 paintings 2022

 

Flying jewelry box

"Flying jewelry box"

I must first of all give a great debt of gratitude to Debi Parnell, 

the photographer that is allowing me to use some of her images for paintings.

She is truly a gifted photographer and someone I am glad to call friend!

Some of the imagery will be directly taken from the photograph, 

lots of them will be used as part of a larger piece of art. 

I am fascinated by these birds as I'm sure a lot of you are.

Their antics while flying are a sight to behold indeed!

We have a feeder outside the kitchen window.

 Invariably I see the one that decides this is his feeder and no one else's.

He proceeds to chase off anyone that dares to enter his space.

Not so when I was a teen in California.

We lived in Sunnymead, which is like a suburb of Riverside.

Our home had a large cover over the patio with an umbrella style clothesline.

The patio had four poles, each of which had a feeder on it.

The dining area had two large sliding glass doors.

Every morning, my father would watch the ensuing show put on by the local hummingbirds.

He would drink coffee and smoke a cigarette as the dawn came up.

Without fail, during the right season the show would begin.

We would have literally dozens of hummingbirds come to eat.

These birds would line up in their respective pecking order.

Yes, these hummers actually took turns!

Mind you, there were a few that were monitors of the line, but most actually waited their turn.

The monitors would knock back the ones that tried to cut in, zooming and 

chasing them to the clothesline or off into the distance.

It never failed to be extremely entertaining.

They also knew my dad would watch them each morning.

Thus, one morning early he found them hovering by the back door instead of the feeders.

Strange behavior indeed!

Turns out, they were hungry and the feeders were empty.

My father filled them, and the party ensued again.

They were a beautiful, flying jewelry box part of our California lifestyle.

Ruby male, Acrylic on canvas, 4 x 12

Day 20 of the 100 days~100 paintings 2022

 

Babies on board! II

More baby turtles!

These are also on the wood panel, surrounded by the beachy wood edge.

I am enjoying the smaller panels, as they are easier to paint and transport.

They will also be a little easier on the pocketbook as they will retail for $150.00.

These are headed to the Audubon Center in Mississippi for next month's show!

I'm really having a good time creating the show, lots of birds coming up!

We finally got the part for my pool pump today.

With the combination of rain, rain, and more rain, my pool has not been happy at all.

Consequently, neither have I been happy.

I love to relax for a while in the pool, floating and looking at clouds, or the planes dog fighting overhead.

Yes, you read right.

Dog fighting.

I have seen them chase each other, roll, spin, and go into clouds.

I've even seen one go straight up as hard as he could, then stall the plane only to restart it as it was falling.

Scary, very scary.

These apparently are Navy pilots, practicing manuevers in prop planes, so they can build memory as far as the guidance of the plane. 

They learn in the slow ones, so they can handle the jets later.

This has gone on for years, they got permission when the area was not nearly as populated.

It's interesting to watch though!

I pray every time I hear them.

Babies on board! II, Acrylic on wood panel, 12 inches round

Day 18 of the 100 days~100 paintings 2022

 

Small but mighty "O"

Octopus are absolutely fascinating to me.

This guy would be considered a miniature in the painting world.

A lot of impact in a small painting.

I really enjoyed creating him too.

Things are ramping up here at the Raccoon Retreat studio in Fairhope, Alabama.

Most of all, is the getting ready for shows in the fall.

I have put in for several, we'll see when the acceptances start coming in (or not) as to how busy I'll be.

August and September will be "My Nature Odyssey" at the Audubon center in Pascagoula, MS

National Shrimp Festival, Gulf Shores, Alabama October 6~9, 2022

Jubilee festival, Daphne, Alabama October 15th & 16th, 2022 ~Tentative

Mattie Kelly, Destin Florida, October 29th & 30th, 2022~Tentative

Peter Anderson, Ocean Springs, Mississippi, Nov. 5th & 6th, 2022~Tentative

Three Rivers, Covington, Louisiana, November 12th & 13th, 2022~Waitlisted

There may be other smaller shows in between and after, but this is what I have entered.

Hopefully, I'll see you at one this fall!

The spring shows are still producing work as well.

I have commissions I'm working on to make collectors happy (and me too!)

I am always delighted to help make that special day even better with original art!

I am humbled at the amount of work lately.

God has been working overtime to give me commissions so I can support others in their art endeavors.

In the meantime,

I PAINT!

Small but mighty "O", Acrylic on panel, 5 x 15 inches

Day 8 of the 100 days~100 paintings 2022

 

Race to the sea II

Race to the sea II

This one was so fun to paint.

My grand here loves it, so he'll probably get it for his birthday in August.

This is part of the framework for the sewing drawers.

All in all, this machine has had some interesting "frames".

I look forward to finishing them!

Today is also the 4th of July.

A day to celebrate if you're into that sort of thing.

I don't mind getting together with others, but right now we cannot leave.

I have at least 3 dachshunds that are freaked out about all the 

bottle rockets and fireworks going off all around us.

I just cannot justify blowing up so much money that could be put to better use in my mind.

Other parts of the day were spent sending messages to folks about their commission works.

Two out of the three have responded very favorably and that makes this artist very happy.

The 3rd has not responded yet, but I'm sure it will be good.

 They will probably be picking up or shipping this week.

I will post more on these later, as they are part of the 100 days~100 paintings 2022.

I varnished, bought paint for a large project with 3~3ft. by 5ft. canvases.

I am still in awe that I get to earn money while having so much fun!

Getting ready for the fall shows is going to be a wild ride indeed!

Race to the sea II, Acrylic on wood panel, 5 x 15 inches

Day 7 of the 100 days~100 paintings 2022

 

Race to the sea!

Race to the sea!

If you've never seen a "boil" Google it to see what happens when baby turtles hatch.

I have had the absolute privilege to actually see this happen several times.

Once, because the babies were headed for lights on the shore I got to handle them.

We put them in the "turtle taxi" to take them for release at the waters edge.

I was so thrilled to be so close to something so precious to me!

Most sea turtle nests have a little over 100 eggs.

I once had to help move a nest with over 120 eggs.

Out of that average of 100, 1 yes 

ONE may survive to come lay eggs on the beach when they become an adult.

Share the beach is a wonderful program started over a decade ago. 

It is to help with the preservation of Sea turtles.

Every day in the state of Alabama volunteers walk the 47 miles of beaches on the Gulf Coast.

This occurs from May 1st to August 31st.

Many volunteer hours each year are spent walking, moving, guarding, and monitoring the precious nests along our coast. 

It will still be several years before we see the fruits of our labors as the babies hatched won't become adults for 10 to 50 years before they become adults!

(This of course, depends on the species of turtle as well.)

Race to the sea! Acrylic on panel with recycled wood drawer frame. 5x15 inches

Day 6 of the 100 days~100 paintings 2022

 

100 days~100 paintings 2022

The 100 days of paintings actually started this year on Tuesday June 28th.

Time got away from me however, and I am just now getting to post!

I really enjoy the paintings every year as well as the comments when you read the blog!

This year, I begin with sewing machine drawers.

These are taken from vintage sewing machines in bad condition and used in a whole new way!

We break down the drawers from the machine and my husband Chris cuts them down into thirds.

He then uses wood panels to fill in the openings from more recycled wood.

I am amazed with how they turn out every time I do them.

It all started with a sewing machine our neighbor had that she wanted turned into a table.

She did not want the drawers or the machine.

The machine is very heavy and my husband used it for weight added to his lathe.

(Several months later, our son commandeered the machine as he is making lamps out of them.)

The drawers however presented a problem, throw them away or creatively reuse them.

I am so grateful that Chris is talented enough to help me reuse them.

So far, we've repurposed 3 machines and have plans for more.

Each machine allows me to create anywhere from 18 to 24 little pieces of art.

They are proving to be popular!

This summer will be interesting as I have been invited back to the 

Audubon Center in Mississippi for another one woman show. 

The first one was called "My Ocean Odyssey" and was one of their most popular shows. 

I am honored that they believe in my works enough to invite me back this year. 

This show will be called "My Nature Odyssey"

The show will have my usual marine life and shadowbox canvases, as well as multiple piece works.

 One entire wall will be flora and fauna from our beautiful gulf coast!

Hummingbirds, shorebirds, raptors, and earthly creatures will make for a fun show.

The National Shrimp festival in Gulf Shores will happen this year!

I am now 95 days out from this wonderful show that is one of my favorites.

This year, I will have a double booth.

One booth will be of the marine life sepias, possibly moving from sepia to color added on some.

 The other will be the Steampunk that has proven popular during the spring shows.

The Steampunk has also gotten some awards this spring.

Come along for the ride this summer!

100 paintings~100 days 2022

My Nature Odyssey!

Sewing machine drawers, each 5x15 inches,Acrylic

Days 1-5 of the 100 days~100 paintings 2022

 

Octopus III

What a grand day. 

Not necessarily because of what I got done. But because I am moving forward instead of staying in place. My women's organization has a saying; No day comes back, and life is short at best. So we must get done what we can, when we can. Today I did get laundry done, the bed made, and keys picked up for a class I begin this week. The next six weeks will be very busy. Monday church prayer, Tuesday teaching Scripts and Strokes, Wednesday church in the evening, Thursday teaching a class from 1-4 pm. Time will become a precious commodity for sure!

Today's painting is the end of the sewing machine series. 

Octopus III, Acrylic on wood panel, 5x15 inches

Day 77of the 100 days-100 Paintings 2021

Tata Truck!

Today is Neels 3rd birthday!

I asked Christina what she wanted for his birthday and said "a giraffe.'

I said "I painted the stuffed giraffe last year."

She said "a toy truck or car."

I said, "These paintings are supposed to eventually be in his house when he's older."

"What about a decorated truck?"

I said "perfect", she sent photos.

"You only want the back of the truck?"

She had sent photos of the backs which typically say horn please or use dipper at night.

This is Indian tradition to honk when overtaking a truck.

"No, the whole truck."

I sent two photos and she picked this truck, which was my favorite!

The drawing is how I started out.

Why are the trucks decorated?

These men basically live in their vehicles 10 months out of the year.

So, the truck becomes their home away from home.

Outfitted with bunk beds and photos of loved ones, they are a reminder of home.

They have bangles on them frequently to remind them of their wives and children.

Sometimes the inside of the truck is as decorated as the outside.

The trucks allow the men to stand out.

There can be political affiliation, Bollywood figures, God's and Goddesses, and animals.

There may also be demon faces or shoes tied to the bottom to scare away the evil eye.

All on the outside of the truck along with lots of fringe and tassels, also to keep spirits away.

Sometimes the trucks are also sometimes ridiculously overloaded.

They are truly roaming works of art.

The art form is in danger of not happening anymore.

The families that have painted the trucks for generations are getting older and they are not encouraging the children to follow in their footsteps.

Decals and stickers are becoming more of the normal now.

This is one hour into the piece, blocking main colors.

This is the end of hour two, more blocking and some decorations

The end of hour three, starting to push values and decorate.

Finished painting after about four hours.

Interesting fact about New Delhi, the trucks are not allowed into the city until about 9:30 at night.

This is to cut down on congestion in the city which is horrendous.

Consequently, it means your delivery may be made at 10:00 at night!

Happy birthday Neel! I cannot believe you're three now!

Tata truck, Acrylic on canvas, 6x6 inches

Day 69 of the 100 days, 100 paintings, 2021

 

International cat day

In honor of International Cat day.

A memorial portrait of Mr. Kitty.

He was a good friend and hero to a friend of mine.

Rest in peace Mr. Kitty.

Heaven is the place where all the animals you've ever loved come running to greet you.

Mr. Kitty, Acrylic on canvas, 6x6 inches

Day 41 of the 100 days~100 paintings 2021

 

Ocean Invader II

Our guy today is almost menacing in his posture. These beautiful fish swim as though they own the place. Maybe it's because they do, most other fish avoid them. Divers can remove every one they find on a reef, only to find 100s more the next day! 

Ocean Invader II, Acrylic on shadowbox canvas, 16*16

Day 24 of the 100 days-100 paintings 2021