Reflections of an Artist

      Todays news is a reminder of the oceans infinite changeable nature. While posting this painting of a tranquil, sunny day in Dana Point, I could not help but think of the fury unleashed onto Japan by the massive tsunami which hit the coast there yesterday. This image of docked boats couldn't be more of a contrast to that terrible disaster.

       The hot sun mirrored the boats reflection in the quiet waters as a juvenile heron (I think it is a heron) strolled the dock. He only stayed a moment before taking to the sky in search of a meal. Thinking back to that day I recall the smell of the ocean, the still water lapping softly against the boats, the sounds of seagulls calling to each other. After witnessing the scenes of destruction in Japan, I am grateful for the chance to enjoy days like this and thankful for my very good fortune.