Thursday, March 10, 2011

One Hummingbird & One Hawk

I'm still dragging somewhat...duh! Sure hope to get back to firing on all cylinders before too long. Anyway, I've had Dean Haven's journal for The Flying Moleskins for a while. Got a little surge of energy and grabbed my brushes and paints. Dean left the door open for choice of subject, and, wouldn't you know it a hawk flew in....pursued by an angry hummingbird. The hawk didn't stand a chance. I have presented my paintings of these two before the carnage began.



I've got Adebanji Alade's journal now....poverty and homelessness. Now that should be a challenge. Hm-m-m-m.
See ya down the road.....James
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12 comments:

  1. Linda PoppleMarch 10, 2011 at 5:36 PM

    Both of your paintings are really nice! Would love to see more when you are feeling better! Hope it is SOON!

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  2. MargaretMarch 10, 2011 at 6:06 PM

    James, these are both very nice. I'm sure Dean will be pleased. Waiting to see Adebanji's.

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  3. Autumn LeavesMarch 11, 2011 at 3:38 AM

    Beautiful job on these diametrically opposing birds, James. Please tell me there was no real carnage...please???!!!

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  4. dominique eichiMarch 11, 2011 at 10:06 AM

    James,
    Your work is fabulous. Did you notice that the 2 birds you mention painting ostrich and penguin are flightless birds but these are out of the ordinary flying birds. I see you as those... an incredible painter/man that has a lot to offer all.
    I see it also in the painting Camille did for you of the flying / jumping dog that you are getting ready to leap into a wonderful season.
    I'm so happy you pushed your self to make these. The shadow in the hawks eye and his beak are stunning.

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  5. Dean H.March 12, 2011 at 12:52 PM

    WOW! Thanks, James! I am stunned by the excellent job on these two. I am greatly honored.
    I do hope the hummingbird didn't hurt the hawk too much.

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  6. Art with LizMarch 13, 2011 at 9:07 AM

    Poor little hawk - hope he survived! Great to see you grabbing your brushes again James, but I can understand that layoff of the computer stuff - I need to get back as well!

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  7. Julie E HaynesMarch 17, 2011 at 8:07 AM

    James,
    I always love seeing your work - the attention to detail, your color choices. Love both of these. Nice to see you posting again.
    God's blessings.

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  8. Angela SullivanMarch 20, 2011 at 3:53 PM

    Miss your challenge but your painting is great. So privileged to vist... Have a great day

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  9. Tweedles -- that's meApril 9, 2011 at 7:19 PM

    Hi Mr James
    Do you remember me? I came to visit you,,, and say hi.
    The painting of the hawk and the hummingbirda are splendorious.
    I miss you
    love
    tweedles

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  10. Sandy Sandy ArtApril 15, 2011 at 9:06 AM

    Both lovely pieces!

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  11. Nan JohnsonApril 17, 2011 at 11:15 AM

    Just popped into see how you are doing. Beautiful work James, love the birds. Miss your challenge - look forward to "working" with you again!

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  12. dominique eichiDecember 25, 2011 at 10:10 AM

    MERRY CHRISTMAS JAMES ! I hope all is well my friend !

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