Comments on: Artist’s Wishes and How Art Answers to Them

By: Päivi

Päivi — Thu, 17 Jun 2021 14:14:50 +0000

In reply to Lynne Braga (Louisa Ellingham on FaceBook). Lynne, thank you for the lovely comment! I often listen to classical music when painting these, and one of my favorite is a Finnish radio program that explains and plays classical pieces. I often agree with the composers that they talk about and find similarities in the way of working.

By: Lynne Braga (Louisa Ellingham on FaceBook)

Lynne Braga (Louisa Ellingham on FaceBook) — Mon, 14 Jun 2021 19:41:21 +0000

Dear Paivi,
Believe it or not I came across this post whilst listening to Brahms emotive Symphony #2, second movement—so much passion and angst!! And so often when listening to classical music, I am involved in either observing art or actually doing art. These recent oils of yours and the questions you are asking about your life and painting seem to integrate so well with Brahms and the questions he was asking. Full of movement and the never-ending reaching out for more! You must be a very passionate person, for your work (especially recently) shows it!
As for leaving a legacy, I would say you will not only leave wonderful art and be remembered–you will also go on! And you will continue! As the great poet Walt Whitman says in Song of the Open Road: “Allons! to that which is endless as it is beginningless.” I am so drawn to this line because we are bound to go on with whatever drives us in this life!
Thank you, Paivi

By: Päivi

Päivi — Mon, 14 Jun 2021 09:57:21 +0000

In reply to Helen Sanford. Thank you, Helen!!

By: Helen Sanford

Helen Sanford — Sat, 12 Jun 2021 15:56:57 +0000

Ditto to all of the above–you truly are an inspiration in your work and how you express it; the painting and the writing; thank you

By: Päivi

Päivi — Sat, 05 Jun 2021 07:58:41 +0000

In reply to Yvonne. Thank you, Yvonne! It's wonderful to hear that you've enjoyed the posts. Many times, I wonder if it's too old-fashioned just to write and share pics when the world is full of videos and all. But I enjoy writing a lot and have come to think that this blog can be for those who, like me, also enjoy books.

By: Yvonne

Yvonne — Fri, 04 Jun 2021 22:05:07 +0000

Your blog posts absolutely make my day. You put into words what so many of us think about. The painting is so beautiful, full of movement and as always the colors!! You write so beautifully, you should publish a book.

By: Päivi

Päivi — Fri, 04 Jun 2021 12:05:40 +0000

In reply to Cheryl. Thank you, Cheryl! It's consolating to hear that I am not alone, and I hope there will be exciting things for both of us!

By: Päivi

Päivi — Fri, 04 Jun 2021 12:02:37 +0000

In reply to Suzi. Thanks so much, Suzi! Teaching certainly is an important thing, and I can see that it's a part of our legacy too.

By: Cheryl

Cheryl — Thu, 03 Jun 2021 23:39:58 +0000

I am always so enriched by your blog posts. You are a courageous and inspiring woman and the heart and soul you express through painting and sharing your artwork, your creative process and your thoughts are already an amazing legacy that others aspire to emulate. I’m also at a stage in life where I’ve achieved goals and I’m wondering “what’s next?” A lot of big changes have happened in my life over the last few years and I’ve found that I needed to rest, reflect and receive. Your classes and posts have been giving a lot to me, even though I don’t get very far with the paintings. More than anything I enjoy your thoughts about life and art. Wishing you love and blessings always.

By: Suzi

Suzi — Thu, 03 Jun 2021 20:22:16 +0000

I was a teacher for most of my life and don’t really stop even now.
I chose not to have children for a number of personal reasons, and I too have thought about the legacy I might create.
Your artwork is something that will be passed on, but the gift that you have given as you chose to teach others will resonate through the people who learned from you, and those that learn from them.
A very worthwhile contribution!