Tag Archives: encouragement
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
SWAN SONG . . .
(LEFT TO RIGHT – Me, Kathy Boecher as Pearl, behind me Crystal, next to me Christine, next to the clock our director, Viva, Sue, Elizabeth and Doreen. Missing, is Barb, who is enjoying the sun in Portugal.) This group of … Continue reading
HE’S WATCHING YOU . . .
ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© This watercolor has so much detail, down to the bridges, the pathways, the faraway structures and those nearby. Brilliant colors also appear and blend to create a stunning rendering of a … Continue reading
A FOGGY MORNING . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© My posts are shorter this week because I have the pleasure of being with my great grandson while his mom serves an internship with developmentally challenged children. She is also working part … Continue reading
DAYS TO COME . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© Today’s art by Paul is a watercolor pencil drawing. These wild areas were special favorites of the artist. I also have a fondness for this time of year, when things begin to … Continue reading
WHAT SHALL I DO TODAY?
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER Do you ever wake up and wonder if today would be a repeat of yesterday and the day before? Kind of like Bill Murray in “Groundhog Day.” Our lives become so routine … Continue reading
CAN’T SEE THE FOREST FOR THE TREES . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© This painting gives a sense of beauty yet, what lies behind the trees? So often we can’t see the real majesty of that forest until we get inside and explore. Today, begin by … Continue reading
A SUMMER PLACE . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© This watercolor was painted on the spot. Not sure if it’s a river or lake. I love the use of many colors and swift, magical brush strokes. Summer is slowly coming to its … Continue reading
ARE YOU HIDING?
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© Today’s painting was done at the Hudson Plein Air Event at the Seasons Gallery in 2017. This year two of Paul’s paintings are on exhibit until the end of August. This one … Continue reading
SKETCHBOOK STUDIES . . .
ART & INSPIRATION FROM PAUL & KATHY BOECHER It started when he was a young lad, spending his summers at the lake. He met an old Native American who was building a log cabin from scratch. Each log was perfectly hewn. … Continue reading
SUN KISSED . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© Yesterday was the first day back in my garden for quite a while. The weeds are thriving with all the rain, humidity and steamy air, so it was a full day of … Continue reading
EYE OF THE BEHOLDER . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER The art of observation is a talent in itself. I looked at this one and saw a cobblestone walk in a wilderness environment. It set my mind to wondering if someone may … Continue reading
HE LEADS ME . . .
ART & POETRY FROM PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© Today’s watercolor shows a depth of color using only earth tones. The deer is feeding on lush grasses as the trees protect her from predators. You can see the light dancing through the … Continue reading
ANOTHER LURE
Art & Inspiration from the Boechers One remaining lure I just found as I am sifting through the many pieces of art work from Paul Boecher.
GIVE A MAN A FISH . . .
ART & INSPIRATION BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER Paul was well acquainted with fishing. His family owned a summer home on a Wisconsin lake and fishing was a requirement. When I think of fishing, my thoughts turn to baiting a … Continue reading
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
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
BIRD ON A STUMP . . .
ART & INSPIRATION BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER 181 days have passed since Paul entered heaven. During these past days I’ve been sorting through his many pieces of art. Paul loved nature. In fact, I learned how to determine a … Continue reading
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
