Category Archives: Art & Poetry by Paul & Kathy Boecher

MORNING VISITOR . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER This morning view of a peaceful forest, with a mighty white-tailed buck is fodder for another painting. The sketch is a mixture of colored pencils and watercolor. Paul’s happiest place was in … Continue reading

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WHO DO YOU TRUST?

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER Imagine waking up to this view. Paul preferred painting on location – maybe because of his past career in advertising. Those were the days of true imaginative creativity, when they would shoot … Continue reading

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MORNING MIST . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© Paul had always been an early riser. He especially liked to paint at the dawn of a new day. The painting for today is shown in the process of being created and … Continue reading

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HEARTS MELTING . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER There’s a heat alert for us today. Add a hefty dewpoint and it’s a recipe for a storm to come. I’ve chosen to highlight this watercolor today. It brings thoughts of refreshment … Continue reading

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IN THE WILDERNESS . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER This set of watercolors was inspiration for gifts for each of our grandchildren when they were younger. The water buffalo was painted for our oldest grandson, the giraffe led to a painting … Continue reading

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BROKEN DOWN . . .

ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL T. & KATHY BOECHER© With each birthday comes the realization that I am no longer a spring chicken. I have been able to get around pretty well, except for knees that have bent beyond … Continue reading

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DON’T SWEAT THE BIG STUFF . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER Have you ever felt like a frog sitting in a hot frying pan? The heat is rising and you’re slowly succumbing to the effects. You’ve tried to get out, but you’re stuck. … Continue reading

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NEVER SAY NEVER . . .

ART & INSPIRATION BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER When you look at others and how they’ve overcome their past, how does that make you feel? So many people feel unqualified or unfit to worship God. They may believe they are … Continue reading

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THE TREE OF LIFE . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER God created a paradise for mankind. Mankind doubted God. Today the world sits in darkness and that tree is no more. However. God also created mankind in His own image. He loves … Continue reading

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SUMMERTIME ON THE FARM. . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER With summer at its height comes all sorts of activities for families to attend. You don’t have to make an out-of-town trip to see some kind of historical gathering of reenactors. Paul … Continue reading

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KEEP YOUR EYES UP

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER Never underestimate your physical strength, nor forget the inner power that God has implanted in your soul. Looking back at our past sins is fruitless. It only leads to depression and hopelessness. … Continue reading

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I STILL LOVE MY COUNTRY . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER “When government falls out of favor with those it governs it’s either time to re-elect new officials or get out of the country.” Mark Twain What exactly is patriotism?  I think it’s a natural feeling … Continue reading

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FOXES & BIRDS . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER Another page from a sketchbook brought to mind Jesus’ words in Matthew 8:20. “And Jesus said to him, “Foxes have holes, and birds of the air have nests, but the Son of … Continue reading

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LETTING GO . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER Yesterday was spent going through more art. I truly was amazed at the countless paintings still uncovered. As my grandchildren are curating the art, they have gone through boxes, files, closets, shelves … Continue reading

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HE IS MY EVERYTHING . . .

ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© God is my everything. When I wake each morning, I thank Him for another day. He takes my hand and leads me through all the perils of life. He gives me … Continue reading

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THE OLD FISHIN’ HOLE . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© This little watercolor sketch is reminiscent of the good old days of fishing off the shoreline, dropping a line off the side of your boat, sitting and waiting – quietly taking in the … Continue reading

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SHOW ME THE WAY, LORD . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER These watercolor sketches were done for future reference, but I think they stand alone as examples of Paul’s gift of observation and sense of light and place. All of us have a … Continue reading

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TEN YEARS AGO . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER When we awoke on this past Sunday morning, there came the shocking news of the bombing of Iran’s nuclear sites. More and more division has arisen within our own beautiful USA. After … Continue reading

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HUES OF BLUE . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© This painting was done ten years ago at a plein air competition in Wayzata, MN. I remember the day well. It was blistering hot and artists were lined up on the shoreline … Continue reading

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HOT PURSUIT

ORIGINAL ART & INSPIRATION FROM PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© Days are filled with anxious moments, The darkness of night envelops and encases you in fear, Talk of terror in the world, Horror in our own streets, We often feel as … Continue reading

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