From East to West art-code-A74S-03 The background layer in this

The background layer in this painting was created using Western magazines from the 50s and 60s—a reminder that in the West

I see this image as the end validation of an investment of time

i could not believe it and I just hoped that  the focus was pin sharp - not easy when the head of the giraffe is much further away from the camera than the hoofs

who we had been photographing running through the forest

Alessandra had been brilliantly styled in 1970s ski clothing and looked sensational although I knew she would be feeling the cold

From East to West art-code-A74S-03 The background layer in this17 H x 11 L x 7 Wbronze with gold leafedition of 18In eastern philosophies, Ganesha is a symbol of new beginnings, wisdom,prosperity, and the remover of obstacles in life. Hes meant to show us thepathway to happiness, inner peace, and success. Ganesha has always intriguedme as I have always wanted to sculpt this eastern subject matter in my ownwestern voice, vision, and style hence the name, From East to West.