QoL: Bridge to anywhere

[BrentW]

A little something I finished after my latest sojourn to hospital. I get to make my first trip to the hospice next Wednesday and am quite intrigued. I shall lt everybody know what transpires.

[Willydad]

It’s good Brent! How long does a typical painting take you, and what size canvas (or?) do you use?

[allie2020]

Really a beautiful painting, Brent. Reminds me of a couple of the tunnels / bridges we see on Maui.

[Tjc1 in reply to allie2020]

Hanna?

[allie2020 in reply to Tjc1]

Oh, the road to Hana. 'Sure hope to do it again before we run out of runway. Also, on the road (Hwy 30??) from Lahaina to Kihea and Wailea, there are a couple of beautiful bridges and tunnels that look similar to Brent's gorgeous painting.

[Tjc1 in reply to allie2020]

Did the trip from melia I know that's not spelled right, to Hana. In the early 70s.

[Mtnhigh]

This could be my favorite! Love the green. The bridge reminds me of a lovely country drive. Yes please let us know about the hospice experience. -Deb

[dmt1121]

Beautiful painting. Hospice is not something most people know about before absolutely necessary! Let us know.

[Mcrpca]

Your artwork is wonderful.

[Shorehousejam]

Beautiful art work

[London441]

Well done! Do report on hospice and thanks-that is a kind gesture.

[Silosix]

What a beautiful painting

[HikerWife]

Lovely painting, as always Brent. Will also be curious to hear what you learn at your hospice visit.

[hopeful1956]

That is such a beautiful mysterious piece.

[Big_Mcc]

Good luck Brent. Hope all goes well for you. Waiting your report

[Lightjunkie]

What a powerful and beautiful image! I love the colors, textures and composition. Thanks for sharing, it’s always inspiring to see and hear what you are doing. All the best—

[Ampa]

Best wishes. I really enjoyed seeing your art. Love the color palette and subject matter. Is that a real place or simply a place inside your head?

[ChuckBandChar]

Beautiful. I love the colors and the scene. Peaceful.

[swwags]

I'm one of those guys who might come across a scene like that on a drive and I think, "I wonder where they go." I often take one.

[Shamrock46]

That's a beautiful expression of what you're feeling. My husband started palliative care 3 mos. ago. He actually qualifies for hospice due to CHF as well but doesn't feel he needs it just yet. We too knew nothing about palliative care nor knew anyone who has used it but have been quite pleased with it. He's beginning to experience more pain in his pelvic areas and the NP has been proactive in helping him. He especially likes having blood work done at home rather than trekking to the hospital. The NP also will assist in transitioning to hospice when he's ready. Hoping the next painting you share will feature a bridge that will take you to a peace-filled valley or mountain as you continue on your journey.

[SeosamhM]

Love this one, BW - technique and meaning. Nice.

[msnik]

hello Brent. I just looked at your profile and some more of your art work. I love it. At risk of being totally tangential and off topic, we watched an old episode of DCI Banks this week which included a scene on a viaduct. Your painting reminded me of it because of the shape of the arch. Thank you for sharing your art and your journey. Wishing you peace and comfort.

[StillDancing]

Really, really nice one! Is it watercolor or acrylic? Just love how you blend your colors. Thanks a bunch for keeping us informed of your latest, both art & ongoing journey. Know we're all travelling with you, in heart & spirit.

[spencoid2]

my favorite too although it is really hard to choose from your amazing work. any way to get a high res version that can be printed?

[j-o-h-n]

To Dr. Wilson,

Please let us know if it's really hospice or in my case being incontinent will it be hotpiss?

Also missing one little technicality in your wonderful art....... you should have included an arrow which points to the direction of which way the river is flowing.....

You know I'm like that cat who had his tail cut off in an accident..... Detail detail detail.....

Put me to sleep already.....

Good Luck, Good Health and Good Humor.

j-o-h-n Saturday 11/18/2023 1:25 PM EST

[spencoid2 in reply to j-o-h-n]

Rivers flow downhill so the direction depends on how tilted the painting is.

[j-o-h-n in reply to spencoid2]

Does that mean if he accidentally hangs the painting upside down the water in the river will run out?

If so, I better warn him.........

Good Luck, Good Health and Good Humor.

j-o-h-n Saturday 11/18/2023 2:52 PM EST

[spencoid2 in reply to j-o-h-n]

definitely that is why we avoid pictures with water in them. we have earthquakes and if a picture falls off the wall it could be a disaster especially if it is a big river like the Colorado or the Mississippi.Same is true of lakes and even oceans and seas. I wanted a picture of Lake Superior be we decided the risk was too great.

[j-o-h-n in reply to spencoid2]

Same for deserts......sand, pyramids and etc?......Gotta level all of my pictures now, that's for sure....Thanks for the heads up (and not upside down)....

Good Luck, Good Health and Good Humor.

j-o-h-n Saturday 11/18/2023 5:43 PM EST

[spencoid2 in reply to j-o-h-n]

I will take my chances. When we had wildfires here we moved most of our art into storage and did not take care as to what side went up. I am afraid to visit the storage and see what a mess it could be with water sand and who knows what else.

Seriously we decided to get a bunch of the art out of storage, what are we waiting for, when we get old? And we should sell the more valuable stuff even if the market is down. What are we waiting for, when we get old?

[j-o-h-n in reply to spencoid2]

Sad to say but it seems that the new normals are not interested in art and antiques.... So while there's still a bunch of us old normals around it may be a good idea to "dump" your treasures now.

If I only had an antique shop I would dump my stuff today. In NYC I would have to have many sidewalk sales to get rid of my treasures or call in a dealer for a 10 cents on the dollar liquidation sale.

But the good news is that apparently those forest fires missed you, the family, the house and your garage. Thank the Lord, the wind and the fire fighters.....

Keep on living cause we are getting old........

Good Luck, Good Health and Good Humor.

j-o-h-n Saturday 11/18/2023 7:10 PM EST

[Mgtd in reply to j-o-h-n]

Funny but as I get older and time is drawing to a close I wonder what will happen to all our art works collected over all these years. Will they find a good home or make the their way to a land fill. I sure hope some will stay with the family but that is not my decision to make.

They really do tell the story of our marriage, hobbies and all the places we have lived through out our marriage.

Some day soon I need to write down the story behind each piece of art we have collected. I am just going to tape those stories to the back of each piece of art work so each piece has its unique story and when they are removed from the walls it will reveal its history and it’s meaning to us as a couple.

TR3

[j-o-h-n in reply to Mgtd]

Yep, what will happen to our worldly goods? Hopefully those that find the tapes on the back of your treasures.... will leave them on and smile thinking of you. Every week I pass by a cemetery and viewing the headstones makes me think of all those people who drove down this same street and now they're gone. I've gotten more melancholy in my old old age and when I see an old picture of a crowded baseball stadium I can almost cry thinking about how these people are no longer with us. As the French say C'EST LA VIE cause life's journey is a disappointment since it must end. Well there goes my humor for the day......

Your Triumph is a beauty.... (left hand drive though and what year btw).... I was into old and beautiful automobiles. Triumph was one of my favorites and so was the Healy, MG and most British sports cars. I was in love with the Jaguar XKE (1968 or other years). I owned an original (purchased by me) 1965 Corvette Stingray -fastback not convertible (color Milano Maroon). You will appreciate this story about the Stingray... I was in the Army National Guard (1960 to 1966) and was positive we were going to be called into Nam (where you served) so I figured I might as well get a sports car before I was killed. As you know few Guards were ever called up.... It was the draftee that they called in.

One more story, Driving on a sort of crowded highway in the 1960's I saw an MG a few cars (no top on) next to me on the right who's hubcap came off and was rolling (like a tire) all by itself next to the MG, when the driver just reach out and retrieve it while driving like it was part of a circus act. If I only had a camera to film that.... (no iphones in those old old days).

Now to bring tears to your eyes, don't you wish you had an Iphone (camera) in Nam when you and your (where are they now) buddies had that barbeque.....I fully understand how it feels to look back to those times which are burned in your memory bank forever. God Bless and take care of my TR3...... LOL

Good Luck, Good Health and Good Humor.

j-o-h-n Sunday 11/19/2023 1:37 PM EST

[Baldylocks]

My first thought was “something new on the other side of the tunnel”. I hope your visit to the hospital is just that, just a very short visit. Your talent is not to be denied.

Get well and stay well

[Kaliber]

another beautiful work in your stable ….clearly on the preferable side of the river Styx. Yayahahahaya yayahahahaya

Like many of the other posters said, also looking forward to hearing about your hospice experience.

❤️❤️❤️

[MouseAddams]

your art is beautiful as ever and every piece probably has a special meaning in your heart. As for hospice remind people it’s not always a one way trip. I hope your visit goes well and smoothly.

[groundhogy]

and a tunnel to some where. Lol