Tiger in the Grass-palette knife painting- by Sandra Reeves Cutrer

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"Tiger in the Grass" was painted in oils on a 12"x12"x1.5" gallery wrapped stretched canvas(painted on all sides) with palette knives.


This painting brings back sweet memories from a very long time ago.My only daughter, Michelle, who has since passed away from ovarian cancer, loved her Little Golden Books while growing up.One was called,"Charlie in the Grass". Charlie was a cute yellow kitten who struck out on his own, meeting his neighbors of birds, squirrels, rabbits, and such.At her request, I read the book so many times that Michelle finally memorized every word on each of the pages. At around 3 years old she would "read" it to me. How I miss those happy days! But, life goes on, faster and faster, I think. But, there is hope for another life, where we shall all be changed!

For our present troubles are small and won't last very long. Yet they produce for us a glory that vastly outweighs them and will last forever! II Corinthians 4:17.

Blessings,
Sandra Reeves Cutrer
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Native American Indian, original oil painting, figurative, Akecheta "Fighter" by Sandra Reeves Cutrer

Akecheta means "Warrior" in the Sioux language. This Chief is painted in oils on a 9" x 12" stretched canvas.

 I enjoy painting Native American Indians, and find it satisfying, but challenging to capture their determination, great pride, and love for their people. I am proud to be part of the Choctaw-Cherokee family.

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The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge; fools despise wisdom and instruction.

Proverbs 1:7-English Standard Version (ESV)

Blessings,
Sandra Reeves Cutrer
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"Akechita", Portrait of a Warrior, a Work in progress by Sandra Reeves Cutrer

Although it has been several weeks since I worked in my studio, as I recover from major (and have I mentioned super painful) surgery, my heart is out in my studio, while my body seems to be slow in recovering. As I turned the page on my daily prayer and scripture calender this morning, I recalled some of the times in my past when I thought I didn't need anyone in my life, as I seemed to only be able to depend on myself at times to get things done. I am totally an "A" personality, and very determined to do things "right" (which really boils down to doing it my way) or die! Well, God can put us on our backs very quickly to remind us, in his loving, patient way of course, that we are not self- sufficient. We must depend on him, and look for his guidance, everyday. When we don't, we are showing our haughty pride and  need to soar in self-sufficiency. God's word tells us that he hates a haughty look, among many other things. Ouch. Pride and self-sufficiency is not only unhealthy, but nothing near to why God created us to begin with. We need God. We need that connection that prayer brings us with him, and others- like family, our spouse, our friends, or neighbors.We should care and be cared for. There is no room in a Christian life for haughty pride and too much self dependence. As our example, Jesus,God in the flesh, showed us that we need him, and we must show love and be loved.

Proverbs 29:23 A man's pride brings him low, but a man of lowly spirit gains honor.

Blessings today,
Sandra Reeves Cutrer
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"Atsila" Portrait in Expressionism style

I am really enjoying some practice with expressive painting. Expressive or Expressionism painting isn't about the actual expressions on a person or animal's face, but more about emotions of the painter,showing bold colors and strokes. This one is named "Atsila", which means fire in the Cherokee language. I have posted below a good defintion  about  the Expressionism style taken from About.com.

Definition:


Expressionism is a term used to describe a movement of the early 20th century (c.1905-20) that was most prominent in Germany and Austria. The aims of an Expressionist were to express emotions through the use of vivid colors and strong, distorted lines, rather than capturing a likeness or reality. Their work was characterized by intense, violent, and non-naturalistic colors, painted in a textural manner.

The first group of Expressionists, called Die Brucke (The Bridge), was formed in Dresden in 1905, by Ernst Kirchner, Karl Schmidt-Rottluff, and Erich Heckel. The other major Expressionist group was called Der Blaue Reiter (The Blue Rider).
Expressionism is the opposite of Impressionism, which emphasized painting what the artist observed. The work of Vincent van Gogh had a lot of influence on artists who are now classified as Expressionists.

I pray you all have a warm place to stay during this super cold weather, a hot cup of cocoa (or coffee) in your hands, and a warm heart for those less fortunate.


Blessings,
Sandra Reeves Cutrer

Chief Wannabee SOLD!

Chief Wannabee was painted from one of my many photos. This child, who happens to be my son, loved to dress up in his American Indian-style headdress and clothing that I had made for him. According to my parents, both sides of our family are descended from the Choctaw and Cherokee tribes of what is now the state of Mississippi.

Chief Wannabee is painted in oils on a 12"x12"x2" stretched linen canvas

If you have a favorite photo you would like painted, please contact me. I love doing commissions.

Have a blessed day,

Sandra Reeves Cutrer

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