Restoration: Day 81-89

I've been battling with some energy-sapping ailments lately, so my creative output has not been prolific or consistent. But when I went through my portfolio, I was pleasantly surprised to discover that I have done some projects. Something is better than nothing.

The Mexican Revolution

I've become obsessed with Mexican history lately -- including with California's secession and ultimate integration in the United States (I visited Sonoma's Town Square recently, which is site of the beginning of California's Americanization).  The tone, feel and colors of this piece call to mind Mexico, and the references  (e.g., Hidalgo, Conquistadors, etc) is intriguing.

Sick Day Blues

I did this lying in bed one day and just getting sick of the lying in process.  Illness as my muse!

The Universe

I'm not quite sure what this is all about.  At first, it felt as if I might be drawing a representation of the planets, and stars.  But then, SHE appeared.  I like her.  I'm also drawn to the figure at the bottom who is connected to all aspects of the drawing (except the brown ball).  The figure is literally plugged in, while SHE oversees all of it.  Hmmm . . ..