Each painting in The Tranquil Moment Series tells a story, and in that sense each is an internal landscape more than just a “scene” of nature or a superficial likeness. People have always fascinated the Artist. Here are timeless split seconds slowed down so we can observe all the light and shade and colors of the soul. Here are real people connecting with nature or connecting with themselves.
Find the painting or print that speaks most to you and let it transport you! When it graces that perfect spot in your home, it will gently remind you on a daily basis to take time for yourself. With just one glance it will restore you. And at last The Tranquil Moment will be yours.
A graceful young woman with her hair in French braid and in a sun-splashed morning robe gently looks out a window (at her garden? At her pleasant memories?). She holds a mug in one hand as she parts the curtains with another. In the foreground, suggesting hospitality, are two porcelain teacups with gold rims. The artist's symbol, a heart, becomes a pot-pourri pillow on the shelf next to a flowervase.
The title "Morning Muse" has several meanings: The lady is reflecting (musing), she is a modern adaptation of the Greek Muses who guard over various arts, and the beautiful sunny morning has its own... music!
Inspired by the works of Vermeer, this is also a self-portrait of the Artist with the characteristic French braids she wore years ago.