Thursday, March 28, 2013

Can't Believe I Wrote This

The purpose is for individual human beings to create paintings that arrest the attention, that stir the soul, that point to the mystery-the paradox-the glory-the hidden-ness of existence--that kindle the imagination. Paintings that don't preach but point to something previously unseen, unheard, untouched, unheralded in our brief journey on the planet. Paintings that shut our mouths and open our hearts and minds in ways previously unimagined. Paintings that shift the collective perception, that make us weep, or at least take off our hats in the presence of something great even if we can't talk about greatness. Paintings that endure over time because they are-- well...timeless. -Don Hatfield

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8 comments:

  1. Stephanie BerryMarch 28, 2013 at 8:17 AM

    Which is why I keep painting...cause maybe someday that will happen. Blessings Don!

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  2. Trudy R. GomezMarch 28, 2013 at 1:24 PM

    Beautiful...I believe that is what keeps all artists striving...to create that one perfect canvas. Blessings to you and your little angels this Easter!

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  3. Carol BlackburnMarch 28, 2013 at 3:06 PM

    Hello Don, You spoke truth and that is always best. I do hope things are good with you and the children. Wishing you all a blessed Easter.

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  4. KarlaMarch 28, 2013 at 6:52 PM

    It is really profound. I have this on my sidebar of my blog. (with your name of course),. Hope you are doing well. Karla

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  5. Susan RouxMarch 29, 2013 at 4:44 AM

    My dear Don. You have a way with words! This is lovely and should be the doctrine that resounds continually in every artists ear. Whether a beginner or a seasoned artists, these are words to strive for.

    On of the criteria I set for myself as I selected artists for the gallery is that it needed to be art you could dream in. Not a photorealistic replication, but paintings with emotion that make you stop, dream and forget the stresses of life because for the time you're looking at it, you drift off in a dreamlike meditative state that makes you feel really really good. Who wouldn't want art like that in their lives? It's a piece of magic on their walls.

    Your words said it so well...

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  6. martinealisonApril 7, 2013 at 6:18 AM

    Avec seulement de l'authenticité...
    gros bisous

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  7. NancyApril 16, 2013 at 8:41 AM

    Thank you Don! As always you see beyond what is and elevate my spirit. All of us need to see and feel the vast love of our Creator. You are a master teacher in God's heart.

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  8. Connie McLennanApril 16, 2013 at 3:06 PM

    Why not? I recognized your eloquence then, I recognize it now. Not that I personally could ever paint something that remotely accomplishes this, but at least it's an inspiring perspective.

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