Thematic Paintings

As my wife, Mary, and I were driving through a new development, we passed a delapidated house that was about to be demolished. The surrounding area had been bulldozed and trees removed. Amid this depressing scene, daffodils were popping up, giving us a feeling of hope.

Every year, I drive through Western Virginia to deliver paintings to the Bath County Art Show. On the way, I pass this mysterious house. I'm struck by its uniquenss--the latticework arches and two-storey porches. When I first saw the house, the dense woods surrounding it gave the impression of being desserted. Since then, much of the yard has been cleared, but still feels secluded.