Old New England: the classic Barn, livestock grazing in a rolling field and the Farmhouse seen in the distance; still standing after all these years. This nostalgic scene runs deep, and reminds us of a simpler life, one of sustainability, pride and perseverance. Yet, a simple life isn’t easy, the idyllic farm life is often troubled with numerous challenges, from the backbreaking work to enduring hardships. Sadly, as time progresses, these once-thriving farms are dwindling, giving way to modern replacements that lack the character of the past. Old Barns and Farmhouses are torn down to make room for new, and the large open fields surrounding them that grew crops or hay become lawns. The animals that once roamed the fields that called out loudly are now replaced with quiet memories. So, when I receive an opportunity to visit old farms that remain, or am blessed to get up close and personal with the animals that still reside, I document them on film and transform them into encaustic work. Through the art of encaustic, these fleeting moments of farm life are immortalized, allowing us to cherish and reflect upon their timeless beauty. The “Farm Series” below is my interpretation of intimate Farm life.
BREAKING MONOCHROME
8"x 8" Photo Encaustic on Birch Cradle Board
QUIET TIME
5"x 5" Photo Encaustic on Deep Cradle Board
JULY'S SURPRISE COMPOSITION ONE
8"X 8" Photo Transfer, Encaustic with Mixed Media on Birch Cradle Board
GERRISH FARM-CAPE SIDE
8"x 8" Photo Encaustic with Accretion, Mixed Media on Deep Cradle Board
SOLD
EVENING MIST
5"x 5" Photo Encaustic on Deep Cradle Board
GUNSTOCK CORNER
8"x 8" Photo on Rice Paper with Mixed Media on Birch Cradle Board
GEMINI'S GIRL
5"x 5" Photo Encaustic on Deep Cradle Board
A NEW DAY
5"x 5" Photo Encaustic on Deep Cradle Board
JULY'S SURPRISE
5"x 5" Photo Encaustic on Deep Cradle Board
BLUE
5"x 7" Photo Encaustic on Deep Cradle Board
THE FARM
8" x 10" Photo Transfer, Encaustic on Deep Cradle Board