Category Archives: Art & Poetry by Paul & Kathy Boecher
THE GIFT OF SURRENDER . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER My favorite blooms of summer are the magnificent hydrangeas. While they continuously bloom for most of the summer and into fall, they hang on to their beauty even after all the others … Continue reading
NOVEMBER MEMORIES . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER November brings memories of father and son getting ready for the big deer hunt in Wisconsin. Son was only three years old when dad took him on his first excursion in the … Continue reading
CRACK OF DAWN . . .
ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© Today is Friday, November 7th. Like most days, I look forward to each morning. The sky is just beginning to open. The sun slowly kisses the tops of autumn trees and … Continue reading
THANKS FOR THE ROADBLOCKS . . .
ART POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER The above Artist’s Proof shows a cobblestone road, filled with bumps and obstacles. Much like our lives, we trudge through each day, meeting one thing or another that might get in our way. … Continue reading
MORNING GLORY . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER November 4 – Blessing – God’s Creation Paul had an eye for color, contrast, movement natural elements and he attempted to come close to God’s original design through his art. We are … Continue reading
APPLE PIES & APPLESAUCE . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER The smells of summer still hang in the air. The potent fragrance of fertile soil. The aroma of a bonfire after dark to whisk away the mosquitoes. The blooming roses cast their … Continue reading
MAJESTIC WILDLIFE . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© Today we change the calendar to November, the month of thanksgiving and counting our blessings. It is the time of the year when special holidays get underway and plans are being made … Continue reading
TURNING THE PAGE, AGAIN . . .
ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© The black walnut tree outside my window is nearly completely barren of foliage. She is usually the first to bloom in the spring. I wonder how long she has stood, so … Continue reading
SLEEPLESS IN ANOKA . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© Had my post hospital stay appointment yesterday. Another round of antibiotics and prednisone were prescribed, but things were looking good. Picked up the new prescriptions and started the antibiotic immediately. As I … Continue reading
TIME TO REST . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© It is said that with every major health issue. we lose a part of ourselves. Following doctor’s orders and getting a lot of rest is vital to our wellbeing. While going through … Continue reading
FADING FAST . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© This painting has nothing to do with sailing, but I thought it might bring some sunshine on this rainy day. Summer has turned quickly into autumn and there may still be a few … Continue reading
A WALK THROUGH THE BADLANDS . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© This colored pencil sketch would’ve been done in the Badlands of South Dakota. I imagine Paul was hiking through the area, took a break, pulled out his sketchbook and began to draw. He … Continue reading
OPENING UP OUR EYES . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© It’s Sunday – a day of rest for some and toil for others. It is definitely one day of the week we can set aside to praise our Creator for all His … Continue reading
OUT OF FOCUS . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© As each day passes, I’m amazed at the body of work my husband created within a 25 year period. A new painting pops up almost every day; This one silhouettes a scene … Continue reading
MORNING PROMISE . . .
ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© I used to be a morning person. I’d get up with the sun and begin my tasks for the day. By the time lunchtime came I was done for the day. … Continue reading
BARRICADES . . .
ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© A mighty wall stands tall against a sky of azure blue. Protecting everything in sight from harm and danger too, A wall can hold back enemies and keep its people safe, … Continue reading
LET THE MOUNTAINS CRY OUT . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© Another pencil sketch drawn by Paul is filled with the majesty of the mountains and the glorious creation that God has given to us to inhabit. I’m late in posting today because … Continue reading
TUCKED AWAY . . .
ART & INSPIRATION BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER My husband began his career in art when he was in elementary school and earned an “F” in that subject because he didn’t follow the example in the book. He kept pushing … Continue reading
WATERCOLOR SKY . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER There’s something quite magical about an October sky. The clearness, the refreshing sunrises and sunsets – all equate to perfection. When clouds begin to fill those spaces, we’re transported to something akin … Continue reading
TAKING FLIGHT . . .
ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© This sweet little pencil drawing has so much happening. Notice the detail in the branches and trunk of the tree. Observe the complex web of the background and the perching bird … Continue reading
