Joel Harris Studio (joelharrisstudio)

New Work: Balanced Earth

Joel Harris Studio (joelharrisstudio) — Fri, 02 Sep 2011 12:45:02 -0700

I just returned from a 2-week road trip into Nevada and Utah and was amazed at how beautiful the landscape was. It has been a long and rainy winter here in Topanga but this summer is going great! We are expecting a baby in December, the girls are all happy and healthy, and I am keeping busy in my art studio. Earlier this month I was invited to do some live painting, and then had a group exhibition at the Townhouse Gallery in Venice, CA. I have enjoyed a nice 2-week break from painting, but I am back at it again… After working on a new painting for 3 weeks, I am almost finished. The original idea for “Balanced Earth” came from a sketch I completed a few years ago. It really needs to be seen in person. It has a swirl of metallic silver paint in the background that does not show well on a computer screen. Also keep in mind that this painting measures 4ft x 4.5ft and is not as small as it appears here. The inspiration for this piece came as I was thinking about how balance and harmony always exist – in every moment. Spending time in nature and observing how the miracle of life unfolds is a perfect example of this truth. We often forget that we are interwoven into the organic fabric of life and are One with its laws and movements. In this painting, the large tree rooted in the earth, growing upwards, is a visual representation of this idea. I chose to encircle the tree and earth in a rainbow to create a feeling of peace and tranquility – reminding us of the magic that surrounds us. Often when astronauts view earth from outer space, they are amazed that so much suffering and unhappiness could exist on such a small peaceful looking planet. When others view this painting, I would like to inspire thoughts of balance, unity, and compassion. Visit my facebook page - "Like"? https://www.facebook.com/pages/Joel-Harris-Art/333631760969 BLOG/Website: http://www.joelharrisstudio.com/blog/ Thank you! - Joel Harris

WAKE UP!

Joel Harris Studio (joelharrisstudio) — Fri, 02 Sep 2011 11:16:38 -0700

I had been thinking of starting a blog. After several months of mental reasoning (excuses), some of which include: not enough time, I don’t know how to blog, nobody will read it, how do I connect a blog onto my website, and, what will I blog about?..I finally had enough excuses…and they were getting me nowhere. So, here it is. My first blog post which I am planning to write often. Every day perhaps. But it is still too soon for me to guarantee a daily post – that sounds like too much commitment for now. I have to write either late at night or early in the morning before Lucy (2 1/2 yr old daughter) wakes up. Oh yeah, that was another excuse…”I can’t blog because I am too busy being a stay at home dad – I don’t have enough time.” The WAKE UP! Van I purchased my van in 2007. It is a big white Ford E-250 . Whenever I see a large white surface, I see a blank canvas waiting for something to be created. I really never thought I would be the person with an "Art Car" but as soon as I purchased the van, ideas began swarming into my head. "What should I do with this big white van?" After a few years, and many - many ideas. The winning idea was to create a huge WAKE UP! collage on the side of my van. Since creating the WAKE UP! van, I have had lots of people take pictures, ask for photos, and want to see more. So I started making my own prints and selling them http://www.joelharrisstudio.com/modernart/WAKEUPLG.html (or giving them away). I do a few art shows each month, and since I'm not able to bring my van into the shows, I decided I needed to create a Wake Up collage on canvas to share with people. This is my latest mixed media painting on canvas. Very similar to the design on my van - it has the same overall message - but the dimensions were a lot smaller and more difficult (and more fun) to cut and paste onto canvas. --- Update --- So this will be the challenge with my Blog: Lucy woke up about 2 hours ago and since that time, we have had breakfast, done "potty time" twice, fed our rabbits, shoveled and turned over the compost pile, and now Lucy is having a snack. So I have a few more minutes to write...and I think this is already getting too long for a blog - right? One more thing before returning to the bunnies and compost pile with Lucy (I know, life is great). More info about the "WAKE UP!" concept can be found here http://www.joelharrisstudio.com/WAKE.UP.htm Thank you for visiting my blog and joining me on this journey. Like what you see? Follow me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Joel-Harris-Art/333631760969 Blog/Website: http://www.joelharrisstudio.com/blog/

20 DAYS 20 DRAWINGS $20

Joel Harris Studio (joelharrisstudio) — Fri, 02 Sep 2011 11:02:29 -0700

NEW SERIES: 20 DAYS 20 DRAWINGS $20 Starting August 8th 2011 For the next 20 DAYS, I will post one drawing per day for sale on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10150284723430970.356918.333631760969&type=1 (“Joel Harris Art”). The first person to comment “SOLD” gets it. You will have 48 hours to complete the transaction, otherwise the next person to comment “SOLD” gets a chance to purchase the artwork. This is a unique opportunity to own an original – I never sell my original drawings. Each $20 drawing will be new, original, on 8.5 x 11″ heavyweight drawing paper, numbered, hand signed and dated. FREE SHIPPING!! Artwork will ship within 2-3 days after payment has been made through paypal. (*Matted/Framed Drawings will ship 3-6 days) *Custom mat, Total: $30 – Finished size will be 11 x 14″ w/ a sturdy white mat. *Custom Mat and Frame, Total: $60 – Black Eco-wood frame, 12 x 15″ with white Mat. Payment: Please send payment via www.Paypal.com to: info@joelharrisstudio.com Thank You For Supporting The Arts! Like what you see? Follow me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Joel-Harris-Art/333631760969 Blog/Website: http://www.joelharrisstudio.com/blog/ Thanks! - Joel Harris

New Work: WISDOM

Joel Harris Studio (joelharrisstudio) — Fri, 02 Sep 2011 10:25:29 -0700

After 30 days, and many hours of detailed painting, my latest work is complete. “Wisdom” began as a pen and ink drawing 10 years ago. Before I began my exploration into painting, I only created sketchbook drawings with pen and ink, and all of my work was black and white – no color. After several years I had over 200 pen drawings and a pile of sketchbooks. I thought that someday those sketchbook drawings would make great ideas for paintings. After almost 10 years of painting I am finally beginning to see what it will take to be a great artist. All of the ups and downs that I’ve been though over the years are finally beginning to teach me a great big lesson about creativity, passion, love, and expression from within. WISDOM is the first painting from a new body of work which draws from dreams, the subconscious mind, and my past experiences traveling within. My intention is to express this inner vision-inspiration with clarity and share it with others. Also, A special thanks to Barbara, my girlfriend, for your inspiration! You wanted to see some of my drawings come to life with color… and here it is! MWA Like what you see? Follow me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Joel-Harris-Art/333631760969 Blog/Website: http://www.joelharrisstudio.com/blog/

Wisdom (For Sale)

Joel Harris Studio (joelharrisstudio) — Fri, 02 Sep 2011 09:59:04 -0700

Keep Growing (For Sale)

Joel Harris Studio (joelharrisstudio) — Fri, 02 Sep 2011 09:51:45 -0700

Balanced Earth (For Sale)

Joel Harris Studio (joelharrisstudio) — Fri, 02 Sep 2011 09:18:06 -0700

Keep Dreaming (For Sale)

Joel Harris Studio (joelharrisstudio) — Fri, 02 Sep 2011 09:01:08 -0700

Dream House Island (For Sale)

Joel Harris Studio (joelharrisstudio) — Sat, 30 Apr 2011 20:59:05 -0700

Seeing Through Illusions (For Sale)

Joel Harris Studio (joelharrisstudio) — Sat, 30 Apr 2011 20:36:26 -0700

Rainbow Burn (For Sale)

Joel Harris Studio (joelharrisstudio) — Sat, 30 Apr 2011 20:17:24 -0700

I AM (For Sale)

Joel Harris Studio (joelharrisstudio) — Sat, 30 Apr 2011 19:06:35 -0700

Secret To Life (For Sale)

Joel Harris Studio (joelharrisstudio) — Sat, 30 Apr 2011 18:12:03 -0700

What Are You Looking At? (For Sale)

Joel Harris Studio (joelharrisstudio) — Sat, 30 Apr 2011 13:49:41 -0700

WAKE UP! (For Sale)

Joel Harris Studio (joelharrisstudio) — Sat, 30 Apr 2011 12:56:21 -0700

What does "wake up" mean? WAKE UP! to your truth. WAKE UP! from a fear-based reality. WAKE UP! from a life of un-inspired living. WAKE UP! from a dream of separation and realize that we are all One. WAKE UP! and feel the inter-connectedness of all life. WAKE UP! and listen to your inner voice. WAKE UP! and express compassion, love, and kindness in all that you do, think, and say. WAKE UP! and join the [L O V E] movement. Because its US AND THEM.

WAKE UP! (For Sale)

Joel Harris Studio (joelharrisstudio) — Sat, 30 Apr 2011 12:49:26 -0700

What does "wake up" mean? WAKE UP! to your truth. WAKE UP! from a fear-based reality. WAKE UP! from a life of un-inspired living. WAKE UP! from a dream of separation and realize that we are all One. WAKE UP! and feel the inter-connectedness of all life. WAKE UP! and listen to your inner voice. WAKE UP! and express compassion, love, and kindness in all that you do and say. WAKE UP! and join the [L O V E] movement.