Cows in the Field

Living in the countryside of upstate New York lends itself to beautiful rolling hills and lots of farms.  I’m now on a mission to collect photos of farm animals for future art projects.  While I need to run errands anyway, I might as well make good creative use of my time and multi-task.  Although it was a drizzly sort of day today, I did manage to engage a small herd of cows in the field.  They were resting near the fence which was very fortunate for me.  It is not often I see cows up close.  They are usually seen out in the middle of the pasture.  I must say, they were just a little scared of my approach but then became curious.  I was careful to move slowly near the fence so they wouldn’t back off.  My goal was to capture a few good study photos for my work.  The last thing I wanted was to see them turn tail and run.  Without further ado, here are a few of today’s photos:

As if to say, we’re feeling a bit camera shy.

Ok, I think we can handle this.

There is definitely safety in numbers.

Dozing

Today’s painting is called “Dozing”, acrylic on 9 x 12 canvas.  It is done in an expressive, painterly style.  It is inspired by a calf from a nearby diary market’s petting zoo.

Earth Day, Everyday

"There is enough for all.
The earth is a generous mother; she will provide in plentiful abundance food for all her children if they will but cultivate her soil in justice and in peace."  ~ Bourke Coekran ~

Goddess of the Earth, Pencil & Ink on Bristol

Mother Earth, the giver of life that sustains us all.  Earth day is everyday we walk along on this planet.  We are merely passing through as visitors and she indeed is a lovely and giving host.  Honor and care for her in all of your deeds and be mindful as you do, your children are watching you.