This image is THE SOLITARY.....

It started with a vision of a wise man, one who spent many hours alone in prayer and who could see into the future.

In his wisdom, he knows what is coming for his people and he knows he cannot stop it....he sheds one tear as this knowledge causes him great pain and sadness.

He knows there is a perfect way of life about to be lost and he also knows that many years after his time here, all the people of the world will be searching and craving for that which they are about to destroy...

A time when all of the children of this earth are equally important, a time when all needs are met, a time when the earth gives of Herself freely because no one takes more than they need...

A time when the animals give freely and willingly because there is no waste of their body or spirit...

And, a time when all people look up in thanks because they recognize in their hearts that ALL things come from the Creator.

I share this image with you in the hope that you have found a way of life pleasing to you, and if you have not, that you will look up into the face of our Creator and know that His help is there for you...all you have to do is ask.

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NOTE:  The Solitary is a Limited Edition Giclee' and will only be ordered from my printer in Colorado after purchase....please allow about 3 weeks for delivery.  This is a small edition of only 50 prints and the next number will be 28/50.  The original sold in 2002 for $6,500 and lives in Atlanta, Georgia.

SUGGESTIONS:   Since he is reproduced in full size, about 22" x 30", he frames out at about 30" x 36" depending on the mat width and frame that you choose.....I would suggest a 4" mat and a fairly heavy looking frame as he is a large, impressive image and needs to be set off properly.

The last image of The Solitary that was sold now lives in Florida and I would like to share some of the comments from the purchaser who bought it as a surprise birthday present for her husband:  

"The Solitary arrived safely but, of course, I could not wait until his birthday.  I had told him about it but, he had never seen it.  He was speechless.  He loves it and was moved to tears.  We hung it over the mantle so everyone can see him as they come in the front door."  

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ARTIST STATEMENT (Beverly Anne)

The process of painting for an artist differs from person to person. For me, the process begins as an inspiration, a yearning, a desire to "create" that will not leave until I begin....

Sometimes all I receive is the name of the painting and then, as the actual process of water, paint or ink is begun, the image begins to take shape....Since I am not capable of performing this task myself, I listen to those small voices that say......"put a feather here, add a bird there, do this or do that"....

The emotion necessary for each painting is also given to me...the colors are chosen...and the results are totally out of my control.  When I "let go" and allows this to happen, without adding the 'me' to the painting, then I am excited and amazed because, once again, I have allowed my Spirit to create.

I truly believe the following quotes by Frederick Franck in "The Zen of Seeing and Drawing"...

"the good works I do are hardly mine"

"there is no split between a man's being, his art and what one might call his religion"

"ANY work of art motivated or tainted by the slightest consideration of competitiveness, money or sensation is automatically devoid of ZEN"

I Believe that ZEN is the SPIRIT at work....Zen is allowing the Spirit to assist in letting go of the 'me' and letting the soul do what it was meant to do.

Zen is doing "what makes your heart sing".

I offer my work to you as a sharing of my spirit.

Beverly Anne

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This Giclee' is reproduced on white watercolor paper through a 4 color professional printing process. He will be shipped flat to prevent curling.  Along with the print you will receive my resume, artist statement and the 'story' of the image if it has one.