That’s Some Weather – New Crop of Paintings

Would you agree that staying in your peace is the best way to be of service? From my experience, it’s only from peace that inspired action or inaction can be born. Getting caught up in the drama doesn’t help.

As Hurricane Irma wreaked havoc in the Caribbean and United States in September, it fed 150 mm (6 inches) of rain into Newfoundland.

The heavy rains and winds outside my studio kept those affected by the hurricane close to my heart and in my realm of attention while I blissfully created a new series of small paintings.

Four of these were definitely inspired by the weather.

Acrylics & glass beads on canvas. 

“Misky” is a Newfoundland expression meaning a mix of fog and rain.

This island is famous (or infamous) for its weather, and so it’s only natural that a whole slew of regional weather terms exist here.

Along with the colourful houses, the weather is part of what makes this island’s charm! “Misky Morning” celebrates both, as if looking at the scenery through Mother Nature’s veil.

Acrylics on canvas.

Yes, I read Mariam Zimmer Bradley’s great book by that name decades ago, but I also live on the Avalon peninsula of Newfoundland.

When I look out the patio doors, I’m blessed with a view of the Southside Hills of St. John’s, covered in evergreen trees.

I’m so grateful for the beauty that surrounds me, no matter the weather, and celebrate it here with “Mists of Avalon”.

Acrylics on canvas.

There must be more than 12 layers of paint and texture on this piece. It definitely went through an awkward teenager phase, asking that I love and recognize every step of the intuitive painting process as necessary to creating the final jewel.

“Weathering the Storm” represents our ability to thrive through our challenges and come out with flying colours.

Acrylics and glass beads on canvas.

Everyone who sees my paintings live say they’re so much better than online. It’s hard to capture the energy, but also the changing nature of these pieces with a camera.

“Downtown Drizzle”, for example, is covered in a layer of clear glass beads. They refract the light in different ways as you walk by or look at it from different angles.

It’s just like looking at the rain trickling off the trees or rooftops once the sun is shining bright again –  sparkling diamonds that lift the heart with joy. Now imagine that with a background of colourful row houses. That’s downtown St. John’s!

P.S. I’ve added many small paintings to my online shop that I’ll introduce in upcoming blog posts. But don’t wait if this is the holiday season you’ll be bringing an original Dominique Hurley painting home for yourself or a loved one. Let’s ship it now! There are over 40 to choose from! 

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