Comments on: Tribute to Finnish Art Rugs

By: Päivi

Päivi — Thu, 21 Jan 2016 16:54:52 +0000

Thank you all for your comments! I was a bit afraid of being too melancholic. But I think we all have memories that can feel painful or bittersweet at times, that’s what my painting expresses too.

By: zandra louise green

zandra louise green — Mon, 18 Jan 2016 06:14:28 +0000

Thank you for sharing this beautiful event with us. It has made me think so much of my grandparents and those who loved me who have now gone on.
I have just recently discovered your blog and website and find it all very inspirational.
Thank you!

By: Anne Philipson

Anne Philipson — Sat, 16 Jan 2016 21:47:49 +0000

Paivi, this is wonderful. I love the painting, the rug & the story that goes with it. It took me back to that period in my life when I was weaving rugs & even made one hooked rug. It’s the associations & memories which often inspire our art.

By: Monica Smith

Monica Smith — Fri, 15 Jan 2016 19:13:57 +0000

I always felt that such sadness came from the lack of sunlight during the long winters and overcast days. Your carnations are beautiful, they are like ice flowers.

By: Deb Weiers

Deb Weiers — Fri, 15 Jan 2016 12:57:32 +0000

I really LOVE this piece Paivi!! And it’s always interesting to hear the story behind your art – you have such a connection. Thank you for sharing!

By: Desiree

Desiree — Fri, 15 Jan 2016 07:55:29 +0000

Beautifull!

By: Lorraine Cline

Lorraine Cline — Fri, 15 Jan 2016 01:45:56 +0000

As in life, beautiful art can be bitter-sweet. A wonderful homage to those who are gone. The painting is powerful. I loved reading this Paivi, it was gracious of you to share. I loved the rugs and the painting.

By: Christine Thomas

Christine Thomas — Fri, 15 Jan 2016 00:57:00 +0000

Thank you for sharing your story Paivi. You are a gentle soul. I enjoyed your painting. I see all kinds of other images that you did not mention and I owe that to being in your previous class. Thank you.

By: Narelle Cox

Narelle Cox — Fri, 15 Jan 2016 00:35:38 +0000

I loved your story Paivi, and I’m particularly interested because for a short while in my late teens I had a Finnish penfriend with the same first name as yours. We stopped writing after a while but I remember her blond hair and the beautiful countryside in her photos. So you have revived some of my memories too!

By: Karen

Karen — Thu, 14 Jan 2016 22:59:44 +0000

Päivi, thank you for sharing that emotional story. The way you connect to the physical world with your imagination and art is truly a gift. You have revived your childhood and loved ones while creating something that holds them.

Thank you for making your personal journey a lesson about the power of art and memory.

By: Jackie

Jackie — Thu, 14 Jan 2016 22:51:37 +0000

Thank you for sharing such a personal glimpse into your life and your process…I enjoyed reading every little bit.

By: Peggy

Peggy — Thu, 14 Jan 2016 21:57:01 +0000

Precious memories. Thank you for sharing with us. It makes you even more real.