As emotional human beings we tend to experience a variety of feelings as we work to achieve our dreams. Even with uncertainty we still endure the emotional ebbs and flows of the journey. We often start at the dream like destination that seems both near and far at the same time. And as we work towards that destination, we are constantly moving in many layered experiences which may evoke a variety of intense feelings. However, it is in our moments of solitude, reflection and yielding when we gain the most clarity and guidance for the direction forward. These moments of solitude, reflection and yielding are what guide my oil paintings.