The art of inspiration

Dreaming of Florence

Charcoal on bond paper

18 x 24 inches

© Barbara Muir  

 It’s strange how things repeat in life. Last year I was working on a painting
inspired by a John Singer Sargent painting, using a wonderful model and
this year inspired by many artists, I am working on another painting of a
model for my show coming up in April.

I love the drawing of the model Shakoya set in a Florentine background.
The halo also refers to Florentine paintings, especially by Botticelli,
whose work I love. I was lucky enough to see the work in person when I
showed in Florence, and was more dazzled than I could ever have imagined.

I’m not remotely religious in any sense, but I do love a halo. To me it indicates
a very kind and loving person.  We could use more of them!

Have a loving your life day!