Perhaps my metaphors are beginning to to work together . . . I looked around the shed and sure enough I found a stream.

This particular stream once powered a 'Factory of Light' . . . so I have relabeled my shed , , , nowadays my shed is my 'Factory of Light'.

.Metaphors, acrylic and oil on canvas, 58 x 68in

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See if you can guess where this is and what that guy's doing...

creative writing workshop...

as my young poets and novelists

sit back & write their own metaphors

i snap a shot

The immediate question in my mind was "just how did he lever those tires into the frame". Closer inspection indicated, "carefully" and "without much extra room" Not sure if Grant P. would be giddy or flummoxed... Oh, if you don't know, they're "Speedblends" - available here.

Toxic relationship.

Metaphors, acrylic and oil on canvas, 58 x 68in

Filled with ice and cold-hearted intentions, I fail to see the warmth that was once emitted by you.

Acadia National Park. Oak tree near Duck Brook Bridge.

its the old school meets the new school?

Crazy visual metaphors on the #exhibitionBuilding for #whitenightmelb .. the fire buddhists seduce the forest goddess, conchita wurst of the misty fog comes along to put out the fire, and then the whole thing floods.

The real fountain and projected rain synch beautifully. Sound is big.

#5elements

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Spotted on New Street.

Screen shot of the graphic recording

As a metaphor of myself, I chose a lion. This is what I would be if I was an animal

Metaphors, acrylic and oil on canvas, 58 x 68in

This picture, to the untrained eye, may come across as simply a white line on a black background. But those of us who understand and appreciate the power of art, will come to realise that the meaning, impact and metaphoric symbolism exhibited here is on a realm never seen before.

The black space symbolizes our environment. The hostile place in which we live and struggle to survive. The white dash shows our path through life. The initial 'twist' suggests deep turmoil in our inner souls representing life's complexities. The stroke right references the continuation of life through the infinite afterlife and into another unknown dimension.

My first graphic recording for an organization, I was more than mildly amused at the fact that, what use to get me in trouble in school ... (drawing while the teacher spoke) was now the beginning of a new career for me.

After a weekend of good times and gambling I flipped my truck on an icy patch of I-70. Luckily, I crawled out unscathed. Not a scratch. Literally. After getting a tow, I was taken to a gas station to wait for a ride from my brother. There were a few older local folks sitting around a table scratching lotto tickets. I figured this was a sign and I bought a lotto ticket. It was a winner. At least it was enough of a winner to keep me going.

P-M-f'n-A, Casey's General Store, Upgreen, IL

Mixed Media Collage

6" X 6" on paper

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Ain't that the truth.

Apparently, I hate apples

Or perhaps your team has a "shocking" amount of energy? is a group of life savers? Or....

Screen shot of the graphic recording

"The Prince of Swords is intelligent, articulate and quick-witted. He enjoys an intellectual challenge and will often engage in an argument or discussion for the pleasure of wielding his analytical powers..." - The Druid Craft of Tarot, by Philip and Stephanie Carr-Gomm

Digital printed light box, 500mm (W) x 500mm (L) x 80mm (Depth)

A film still of Chips Rafferty is combined with a film still of a man with binoculars. Chips Rafferty has been described as "The living symbol of the typical Australian". In this image Chips is viewed from multiple directions simultaneously.

spray of light and shadow across the goodwill bridge, QUT end. between heaven and hell.

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My metaphor for learning. Like a kite in the wide open sky, a small moment of learning can make a big difference in a child's life.