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'Looking for Me' Contemporary Realism Still-Life by Paula Peacock

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'Looking for Me' by Paula Peacock 30" x 24" Oil on Canvas " I wonder if I've been changed during the night. Let me think. Was I the same when I got up this morning? I almost think I can remember feeling a little different. But if I'm not the same, the next question is 'Who in the world am I?' Ah, that's the great puzzle!" (Alice in Wonderland) After my son was murdered in 2014 I started a series of paintings and sculptures which I call 'Altered Soul'. This is one of those paintings. Major depression had set in and my world and as well as myself had changed, never to be the same again. I was missing what life used to be for me and I was searching for healing. I heard Buddhism is not a religion but an education in searching for the 'self.' The 'self' is who I lost when I lost my son. I was, and still am, on a journey of healing. I am much wiser and understanding now and have gone through that tunnel to the ...

'Lilies with Critters' Contemporary Realism Still Life of Paula Peacock

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'Lilies with Critters' by Paula Peacock 24 in. X 30 in. Oil on Canvas This painting signifies an awakening for me. After the killing of my son, I went into a major depression and found myself creating dark paintings. I realize now I was creating a visual journal of depression and grief. Thirteen paintings & six sculptures later the heaviness left me and this painting is indicative of me waking up, coming out of my cocoon. It represents an active Springtime when insects and birds become busy with an air of excitement, renewal, and growth. You will find a snail, a ladybug, a butterfly and a hummingbird. Art really is therapeutic and I would be the first to say, it saved my life. If you are interested in learning to paint I hold WEEKLY OIL PANTING CLASSES & Bi-Monthly Workshops Every Monday and Wednesday 11 am - 1 pm   (ex. holidays)  Come join a great group every week for mentoring, painting and good company. You can paint with oil paints, watercolor or...

'Flight of the Passing Fancy' Contemporary Still-Life by Paula Peacock

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'Flight of the Passing Fancy' by Paula Peacock 36" x  48", Oil on Canvas This painting took five years to complete. I, evidently, spent a lot of time contemplating my choice in men. No, I'm not 'man-bashing'. Although I've already given you enough hints, I will let you cogitate on this mysterious, rollercoaster life story of mine.  Take weekly oil painting classes with Longmont Artist, Paula Peacock. Private Lessons and Group Workshops Available. UPCOMING WORKSHOPS for 2020 Peacock Art Studio 1515 Main St., Studio# 202 Longmont, CO * OIL PAINTING FOR THE BEGINNER Feb 1 & 8,  11 am - 2 pm This 2-day workshop is focused only on beginners. This class is designed to introduce the basics of oil painting for the novice featuring the subject of still-life. All materials supplied. $185   *HAVE FUN with the ACRYLIC POUR METHOD March 21, 11 am - 1 pm Fluid art with fluid swirls. This is a fun method with lots of oohs! and ahhs! You will learn the t...

'Turquoise Jar and Grapes' Contemporary Still Life by Paula Peacock

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Turquoise Jar and Grapes By Paula Peacock 24" X 30" Oil on Canvas For purchasing please contact Paula at  paulapeacock@rocketmail.com   To view more of my work go to   www.paulapeacock.com OIL PAINTING LESSONS in LONGMONT, CO Contact me (paulapeacock@rocketmail.com) if you're interested in oil painting lessons; private or group. I offer to mentor as well. I also hold workshops on The Basics of Handmade Paper, Making Paper Pulp Vessels, How to Paint Mandalas, Acrylic Pouring and more. Whew! My studio is located in Longmont, CO For purchasing please contact Paula at paulapeacock@rocketmail.com To view more of my work go to www.paulapeacock.com