tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5398982987918743636.post7097550656436270287..comments2023-07-23T06:42:12.346-06:00Comments on My Paint Box: "Quiet Passing"Frank Gardnerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02011564146411771531noreply@blogger.comBlogger43125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5398982987918743636.post-30622559218829835852008-09-07T21:20:00.000-05:002008-09-07T21:20:00.000-05:00Thank you very much Paz!Thank you very much Paz!Frank Gardnerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02011564146411771531noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5398982987918743636.post-35334037378744550122008-09-07T10:57:00.000-05:002008-09-07T10:57:00.000-05:00Congrats on your 100th post! I look forward to se...Congrats on your 100th post! I look forward to seeing many more. I enjoy everyone of your paintings and posts.<BR/><BR/>Best,<BR/>PazAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5398982987918743636.post-48348005429054394782008-09-02T08:59:00.000-05:002008-09-02T08:59:00.000-05:00Thanks Bill or Lisa. Your comments are appreciated...Thanks Bill or Lisa. Your comments are appreciated. Wish you would leave at least a "B" or an "L" , so I could tell which one of you has visited.Frank Gardnerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02011564146411771531noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5398982987918743636.post-62832229679722406822008-09-02T08:47:00.000-05:002008-09-02T08:47:00.000-05:00I feel like I'm walking with them. Your landscape...I feel like I'm walking with them. Your landscapes are so great.http://www.onpainting.wordpress.comhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11686317908010461627noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5398982987918743636.post-24651169375743598962008-08-31T16:32:00.000-05:002008-08-31T16:32:00.000-05:00Another illusionist, I think that is what Christin...Another illusionist, I think that is what Christine got. I am not sure what an illusionist is. I'll have to look that one up.<BR/>It is a fun test. I could have gone with a few different answers on some of them, which may have tipped me a different way. I guess that I would agree with the daydreamer results.<BR/>That is great about the cello!!!! Glad to help out.<BR/> When we are inspired it DOES seem to breed more doesn't it? <BR/>I don't know what to say. You are so kind in reference to the blog.<BR/>Thanks, as always, for stopping by.Frank Gardnerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02011564146411771531noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5398982987918743636.post-6219190937747763412008-08-31T16:23:00.000-05:002008-08-31T16:23:00.000-05:00Hi Crusty Crone, Thanks for coming by. I always ha...Hi Crusty Crone, Thanks for coming by. I always have room for more.<BR/>There looks like a LOT of interesting things on your blog. I will mark it and visit when I have more time to browse at a relaxed pace.Frank Gardnerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02011564146411771531noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5398982987918743636.post-58677633972154470462008-08-31T16:20:00.000-05:002008-08-31T16:20:00.000-05:00Oh, I have my worries too Marian.I agree, it is a ...Oh, I have my worries too Marian.<BR/><BR/>I agree, it is a great community of friends.<BR/><BR/>Not just a daydreamer, I was off the charts. Oh well.Frank Gardnerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02011564146411771531noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5398982987918743636.post-28110082822114586162008-08-31T16:16:00.000-05:002008-08-31T16:16:00.000-05:00Hi Faye, thanks! I liked the girl on the left bein...Hi Faye, thanks! I liked the girl on the left being off on her own too. <BR/>You know, it may not pay much, but if I needed another job, shepherding animals around would be a pretty relaxing one that would leave me plenty of time for daydreaming. <BR/>I'm glad that you consider me an inspiration. <BR/>EEEK! running out of coffee, I hate when that happens. <BR/>Better stock up, I am getting ready to go painting for a few weeks. I'll try and leave something lined up for you all to look at while I'm gone. There won't be an internet connection for me.Frank Gardnerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02011564146411771531noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5398982987918743636.post-69717833498365210532008-08-31T16:10:00.000-05:002008-08-31T16:10:00.000-05:00Thanks Takeyce! I am always happy with a complimen...Thanks Takeyce! I am always happy with a compliment on the "light" in my paintings.Frank Gardnerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02011564146411771531noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5398982987918743636.post-89514006908532085372008-08-31T16:09:00.000-05:002008-08-31T16:09:00.000-05:00Thanks Eric!Thanks Eric!Frank Gardnerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02011564146411771531noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5398982987918743636.post-75603272882325216272008-08-31T12:48:00.000-05:002008-08-31T12:48:00.000-05:00I went to Ms. Fortunati's site to see what she was...I went to Ms. Fortunati's site to see what she was talking about...took the test. My scores are almost exactly the same as yours but I was rated as an Illusionist. Interesting. I wouldn't have classified myself that way, but I don't usually see myself the way tests see me, which likely says i don't see myself accurately, since i'm the one TAKING the test, after all. whatever.<BR/>But, mostly, i'm writing to say that i took my new cello inspiration for a test-drive, today, and it was a huge success, so i wanted to thank you for being such a critical part of that inspiration. I almost feel like there's more inspiration coming forth from it, though it's a fragile green shoot needing a loving fence and constant care to keep it going. Anyway, thank you SO MUCH for both your paintings and your blog - both the writing on your posts and your responses to everyone. Obviously I am not alone in my gratitude for your generosity, humbleness, mastery and vision. Just add me to the list of the grateful.<BR/>SolvegAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5398982987918743636.post-51245328887041506512008-08-31T11:02:00.000-05:002008-08-31T11:02:00.000-05:00I'm thoroughly enjoying your blog. I found the lin...I'm thoroughly enjoying your blog. I found the link to it on Mary Sheehan Winn's blog. Yours will be added to my daily stroll.The Crusty Cronehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03330045951877803329noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5398982987918743636.post-86357884349845315872008-08-31T09:21:00.000-05:002008-08-31T09:21:00.000-05:00No worries for you... your paintings and thoughts ...No worries for you... your paintings and thoughts on living and painting draw many many viewers. <BR/>I find it interesting to read the comments... and discover so many interesting people who are artists exploring their world in their own way.... fascinating.<BR/>So you're a daydreamer, too, huh...? It's funny.. when I put that little perception/ personality test on my blog, I thought my friends would respond which would be interesting to see how my perception of them concurs or doesn't to the results... but only people I've "met" online have responded.<BR/>Glad you did!!Marian Fortunatihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11107085447074524162noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5398982987918743636.post-66541050618807205282008-08-31T05:52:00.000-05:002008-08-31T05:52:00.000-05:00Frank, love this one. I was immediately drawn in a...Frank, love this one. I was immediately drawn in and got lost observing this family. The gestures of the people as well as the animals suggests they are strolling along, lost in their own thoughts, taking in the sunshine and relishing the day. I identified with the figure on the left, off the path, lost in her own world, daydreaming, and found myself thinking about how much more peaceful their lives appear compared to many of us who are busy rushing from one commitment to the next. THEN I read the title - perfect! <BR/>Congrats on reaching 100, and I can't thank you enough for all the inspiration and encouragement you have provided along the way. When you are away, it is like waking up and discovering we are out of coffee (ouch!)<BR/>FayeFCPhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10062054592866687165noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5398982987918743636.post-37800122975827772952008-08-30T21:44:00.000-05:002008-08-30T21:44:00.000-05:00Awesome light, Frank. It's like I'm right there wi...Awesome light, Frank. It's like I'm right there with them.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5398982987918743636.post-60929070420051825932008-08-30T11:20:00.000-05:002008-08-30T11:20:00.000-05:00Beautiful image.Beautiful image.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15375615378259386972noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5398982987918743636.post-44560375406236565372008-08-29T22:11:00.000-05:002008-08-29T22:11:00.000-05:00Thanks Rob!Thanks Rob!Frank Gardnerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02011564146411771531noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5398982987918743636.post-26608288419583827542008-08-29T16:35:00.000-05:002008-08-29T16:35:00.000-05:00so fresh,love the values and that loose tree is sp...so fresh,love the values and that loose tree is spot on!rob ijbemahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08181400742209221739noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5398982987918743636.post-78869469051910563892008-08-29T11:20:00.000-05:002008-08-29T11:20:00.000-05:00Hi Ed! I suppose that depends if you like green or...Hi Ed! I suppose that depends if you like green or brown : )<BR/>Right now it is green and muddy with cloudy skies and lots of rain. Getting out to paint can be a muddy experience. I like late Sept. October and even into November. <BR/>Then it starts to get a little colder : ) for me at least. OK, well just at night, but the frosts kill off all the green fast around here at this altitude.<BR/>March is great, with the best weather.<BR/>(I'll be doing a plein air workshop March 9-13 '09.) <BR/><BR/>Right now the wildflowers are almost ready to start coming up. Last year was a bum year for those though. I'm hoping this year will be better and plan on getting out a lot to paint in October. (I'll be away painting in September for a few weeks.)<BR/><BR/>You should look at the town on line and check it out. There is a lot to do besides art. <BR/>try portalsanmiguel.com<BR/>Lots of B& Bs and homes to rent aside from the hotels.<BR/>Just ask if you want more info about traveling here.Frank Gardnerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02011564146411771531noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5398982987918743636.post-69705524470801031642008-08-29T11:07:00.000-05:002008-08-29T11:07:00.000-05:00I need to get out your way to paint. What's the be...I need to get out your way to paint. What's the best time of year?Ed Terpeninghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08211416674089451891noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5398982987918743636.post-2752419905774739332008-08-29T10:52:00.000-05:002008-08-29T10:52:00.000-05:00Good eye Jack. I'm trying to steal some time to ge...Good eye Jack. I'm trying to steal some time to get down there and paint this week, but it is so wet and muddy from all of the rain. <BR/>I look forward to seeing how your palette box comes out.Frank Gardnerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02011564146411771531noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5398982987918743636.post-6645374079216987802008-08-29T09:52:00.000-05:002008-08-29T09:52:00.000-05:00Ah, Frank--I know this place well and your love fo...Ah, Frank--I know this place well and your love for it really shows. Beautiful piece! BTW, I'm making one of those palette boxes, another one of your brilliant ideas that I've stolen.Jack Riddlehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16532608411801891129noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5398982987918743636.post-44468885051525297462008-08-28T16:13:00.000-05:002008-08-28T16:13:00.000-05:00Hi Solveg. Glad to hear you flew around most of th...Hi Solveg. Glad to hear you flew around most of the storm. <BR/>I don't know that song. But it seems to fit in here.<BR/>The trees here are good for painting. They have nice silhouettes, and the bit of shade helps balance the bright sunny areas.<BR/>Thanks for checking in.Frank Gardnerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02011564146411771531noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5398982987918743636.post-6581289337609606922008-08-28T16:09:00.000-05:002008-08-28T16:09:00.000-05:00Funny Alicia. Thanks!Funny Alicia. Thanks!Frank Gardnerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02011564146411771531noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5398982987918743636.post-82849599926797469792008-08-28T16:08:00.000-05:002008-08-28T16:08:00.000-05:00Thanks Dean. I don't know about impeccable, but I ...Thanks Dean. I don't know about impeccable, but I am happy with how it came out.<BR/>Perfect in my mind always seems to exceed perfect on the canvas which can lead to overworking.Frank Gardnerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02011564146411771531noreply@blogger.com