Vincent Grey

I use paints from an art supplier and set them out onto a palette. God had to create His infinite colors to create all we see. I imagine Him tossing bits of elements and colors in the wind that He later organized into something extraordinary. This painting reflects the beauty and diversity of the natural world and the artist's role in capturing and interpreting this beauty.

I use my imagination as an artist and ask what form and color may have looked like after God said, “Let there be light,” and before He may have decided the apple would be red. This painting might represent ideas of raw material we know later because of form and its assigned color. The use of vibrant colors and abstract forms in this painting aims to evoke a sense of raw, unformed beauty of creation, inviting contemplation on the origins of life and matter.

If one ever spends much time fishing on a lake, in a boat, late in the day, especially when it starts raining, this experience may resonate. The sound of raindrops on the water, the smell of the damp earth, and the sight of the soft, diffused light create a serene and reflective atmosphere. But it can be more than the literal suggestion. Any light, truism, or ideal may lead you out of despair or trouble.

For the faithful, the phrase 'let there be light' holds profound meaning. But what did that light reveal at the dawn of creation? Were these the building blocks of life and matter, floating in a cosmic dance, yet to take their final form? This painting invites us to ponder the mysteries of existence.

The hard lesson for the faithful is that we are not forsaken even when we feel so. It is just that hardship is unavoidable.

Creation depends on imagination. We are influenced by our experiences and our reality but that imagination pushes the boundaries to something new that might only exist in our minds.

Life and time constantly move like a fast-moving train. We can feel the vibrations in our bones.

Ever climbing and reaching to better ourselves in one way or another lead to unimaginable heights.

Autumn still has the warmth of summer as the breeze passes over me.

Whatever the barrier to success, health, faith, or desire, we can overcome it with hope, hard work, and determination.

If we can hold on to our vibrant spirit, there is still a bright future in our later years.

Remembrance and appreciation for triumphs over adversity and being happy is life-affirming.

Victory over adversity leads to exhilaration, followed by gratitude for the experience that made it meaningful.

If one’s passion is lifegiving and sound - it aligns with a feeling of joy. And if one starts with a joyous heart, their passions grow, and the joy becomes contagious.

Being cheerful and hopeful in hard times is a superpower.

We must stick to what we do until the end. Keep working toward the goal of knowing that in time, we will succeed.