You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of
view--until you climb inside of his skin and walk around in it.
To Kill a Mockingbird
Atticus Finch to daughter Scout, Chapter 3.
To Kill a Mockingbird
Atticus Finch to daughter Scout, Chapter 3.
Nelle Harper Lee
My mother handed this book to me when I was 12. It changed my life forever. It was so insightful. I was Scout.
I found out I could get lost in a book.
That I could learn important lessons within those pages.
I found my love for reading.
Life changing!
I later named
My daughter Nelly Lee.
Family Photo from New Hampshire, Franklin Pierce.
So proud of Isaac!
Went to see my 2 favorite boys this week playing the games they love!
Jake 13
Sammy 9
(And new braces Ouch!)
I hope everyone has a wonderful weekend . Be safe!
I am going to the beach for a long weekend with the family!
Don't forget to visit Paint Party Friday!
See all the pretty paintings!!
XXXOOO
I also love that book!! I didn't know you named Nellie after the author. Have a great time this weekend.
ReplyDeletelovely inspiration for your daughters name.
ReplyDeletesuch a wonderful piece of art.
enjoy your weekend...that;s my hubbys fav book...oh and your girl...SHE ROCKS!!!!!xxx
ReplyDeleteBeautiful girl and I love seeing words alongside. Wonderful!
ReplyDeleteCatherine Denton
Wonderful painting... so much texture! I loved that book also, may need to read it again. Happy PPF!
ReplyDeleteWhat a collage! Could be on cloth as well as paper. So nicely done. HPPF and good luck at the games too!
ReplyDeleteIt has been a long time since I have read that book.
ReplyDeleteYour girl is very interesting. I love all of the colors and textures. A long weekend at the beach sounds great. Have fun.
Love the dynamic colors and movement in this piece! Happy PPF!
ReplyDeletei really like this piece, so different from your beautiful ladies but still very definitely you!
ReplyDeleteLoving your mixed media piece with all its wonderful layers. Happy PPF, Annette x
ReplyDeleteGreat piece, so different! Valerie
ReplyDeleteI have read the book too and i love it very much! a great classic! What a lovely art, Heather.. so colorful and lively. Beautiful photos of your loved ones. Have a great weekend!
ReplyDeleteLovely mixed media work, so vibrant!
ReplyDeleteYour art this week is engaging and captivating. Love it!
ReplyDeleteHappy PPF!
Sheri Cook
Happy Horse Studio
I have been mia for awhile and hadn't seen your new header for your blog...love love love her! Beautiful post...I must get the book and re-read it now!
ReplyDeleteHappy safe weekend to you and your family as well.
cheers, dana
Yes - what a great book the MockingBird is - I had the privilege of reading it to my English class when I taught high school. I love your art work - it has many elements to uncover.
ReplyDeleteI also loved that book, Heather. Your illustration is a great painting, lots of beautiful colors. Thanks for visiting my blog this morning, Heather. Have a great weekend.
ReplyDeleteLovely piece Heather. I love that book as well and love to immerse myself in all kinds of books. I think that is my all time favorite.
ReplyDeleteGreat pictures, have fun at the beach! And very nice art/quote ♥
ReplyDeleteSo true.. books can be life changing and hold such wonderful information for us. Happy PPF
ReplyDeleteExciting and bold, really like your work!
ReplyDeletePhantom loved To Kill A Mockingbird and when she told me that I knew she was my kid and hadn't been swapped at the hospital.... it is a right of passage I think to read it and I always as a touch suspicious and wary of people who haven't read it!!! Love the pic this week... it is very strong and so beautifully rendered...xx
ReplyDeleteLovely creation and Love the book To Kill A Mockingbird ~ Movie is awesome also ~ lovely family ~ enjoy ~ thanks, namaste, ^_^
ReplyDeleteThat is one of my favorite books of all time.
ReplyDeleteYour painting is lovely-- as is your family!
Wonderfully true quote!! Love the whimsical fun art, great colors, wonderful kids!! Enjoy the weekend!!
ReplyDeleteHugs Giggles
Beautiful paint. Very unique!
ReplyDeleteLove "To Kill A Mockingbird!"
ReplyDeleteAnother wonderful painting, Heather, and delightful story of naming your daughter.
♥♥♥
Happy PPF!!
Mary
Mixed-Media Map Art
Love your collage/painting! I have one of those papers. I was forced to read that book in school, where we then had to completely dissect it, which takes all the joy out of a book for me. I don't want to try to figure out what the author really meant by every little thing, I just want to read the book. Maybe I should read it again now, just for the pleasure of reading.
ReplyDeleteoh what a great new piece and love all of your photos too!!! hope you have a super long weekend!!!
ReplyDeleteHeather, i had a lot of catching up to do here on your blog... i LOVE LOVE this one. And for the record, i think we ALL thought we were Scout. :-) I surely did.
ReplyDeleteAll of your work is absolutely stunning. You're a master with color combinations. Wonderful words too... xoxo