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"Embraced by Light"

8"x8"
acrylic on hardboard
This is the San Jose Mission painted in midday lighting. I couldn't make up my mind so I painted the mission twice one with mid day lighting and the first with afternoon lighting. I also love the arches and was able to get them in this time around.
When I began to think of a title I was drawn to "Embraced by the Light" but it seemed too familiar for some reason. Then I remembered a book I read almost twenty years ago called "Embraced by the Light". The book recounted the author's near death experience. I hadn't really drawn a connection to the figures exiting the building and walking into the light until then. I guess they are both spiritual experiences.
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Jonelle Summerfield said…
Paint more interior architecture, darn it, these two mission paintings are awesome! I also like the "in a new light" painting. Your lighting is excellent!
November 9, 2010 at 10:15 AM
Virginia Floyd said…
Both of these paintings are wonderful! I don't know why you have a problem painting architecture! Both of these paintings are excellent. The addition of the people adds great interest.

I think I like the 8 X 8 format better because it shows the arch above.
November 9, 2010 at 3:23 PM
lingerie said…
Really nice work around. love the pictures!
April 1, 2011 at 8:07 AM
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