Old Dude

This was done with Matisse in mind. I love his art the color, form, and simplicity. Using a long stick with a brush fastened he painted from his bed. He painted right up to the last. The artist of that day was not afraid to paint what they felt. From them I have learned to paint from my heart not my head. My best work comes when painting without thought. Every painting I do does not belong to me — it was painted for whoever comes to claim it. Occasionally a person will see a painting that moves them but cannot afford it. I will sell it for whatever they can offer or just give it to them. My hope is that my art will bring some small happiness into the world.