That Parka

This piece started with the objective of trying to practice and hone my skills. It was about trying to do the inner fleece of the parka with some finesse. But as often happens – the painting took on life and meaning all of its own. This boy reminds me of being bundled up against the elements by a caring mother and looking to the future which is soft and nebulous at best right now. But there are hints of a blue sky…