As promised, I would like to share the second in a series of two (2) paintings entitled the Courtyard. A few weeks ago, I shared the Courtyard (20 x 24) and would like to introduce her sister painting, Courtyard II.
When I began thinking about painting a second piece to the Courtyard, I didn’t want the story to end. Living inside a structure like this has to be a pleasure everyday. I imagined the cool breeze flowing throughout the large arches. The access to the beach just outside your home is one of the greatest feelings anyone could experience. When I lived in St. Thomas, Virgin Islands, I had the opportunity to swim 3 to 4 times per week and can appreciate opening a back door and walking onto the beach. Just look at the movement of the waves slapping onto the sand. A nice, long walk on the beach or those that enjoy running would simply increase the pleasure.
Courtyard II 20 x 16 acrylic on canvas (2012)
The construction of that structure is impressive – look at the hand-cut panels on the door; they were probably cut from a Mahogany tree and carried to the location before assembly. The stone on the courtyard’s floor molded with sea sand and a sort of glue must have taken time to put together – it’s not like today that you can stop at Home Depot and pick up a palette or have it delivered for installation. Each time I look at this painting, it makes me feel free. The freedom is walking through the entire structures of the Courtyard and now Courtyard II and finally going out the door unto the beach.
Courtyard and Courtyard II were on exhibit at the Schacknow Museum of Fine Art in Plantation, Florida for 2 months. They are available for purchase on my artist website. Visit: http://dixie-lee-hedrington.artistwebsites.com/
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