Thursday, May 30, 2013

Fire Island Lighthouse

A few months before Hurricane Sandy hit, I went to see the Lighthouse and took some nice reference photos for this painting.
The Fire Island Lighthouse has been closed because of some damage since last October and just re-opened on Memorial Day.
The damage was minimal but Sandy heavily damaged access routes to the site.  I enjoyed seeing the wildflowers while walking on the Boardwalk near the lighthouse.
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  1. NelviaMay 30, 2013 at 7:41 PM

    Ah was just thinking of you as I am going to start, from my mouth to God's ears, a pastel this weekend and might come for advice. I am glad to hear things are recovering and the simple pleasures again can be enjoyed. Great sky work and like the beach feel in the foreground. Story telling superb Hilda.

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    1. hmuxoJune 2, 2013 at 8:09 AM

      thank you NELVIA for stopping by to comment. I appreciate it. I look forward to seeing your next pastel!

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  2. Studio at the FarmMay 30, 2013 at 8:19 PM

    Wow ... oil painting!!! Hilda, it's wonderful - good format, just enough detail, And I love the sky blue color in the grasses. I am glad to hear the damage was minimal there.

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    1. hmuxoJune 2, 2013 at 8:12 AM

      I'm getting more comfortable painting with oils..love the creamy feel of the paints...and yes, slowly but surely things are getting back to norm! Glad you liked this piece, KATHRYN!

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  3. MargieMay 30, 2013 at 8:35 PM

    Lovely painting! Brought back memories of spending summers on Fire Island as a teenager.

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    1. hmuxoJune 2, 2013 at 8:13 AM

      thank you so much MARGIE for stopping by.
      Fire Island is a wonderful place to visit.
      They have a nice little museum where they have art exhibits.

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  4. Mary Sheehan WinnMay 30, 2013 at 9:32 PM

    I love lighthouses and I'm glad that the area is rebounding. Nice oil painting, you're breaking out 'eh?
    ;)

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    1. hmuxoJune 2, 2013 at 8:14 AM

      thank you MARY! LOL I do enjoy those oils. I appreciate you stopping by!!

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  5. SusanMay 30, 2013 at 10:51 PM

    Your painting is a joy - and I am so glad to hear that the recovery after Sandy's devastation is proceeding.

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    1. hmuxoJune 2, 2013 at 8:17 AM

      thank you so much SUSAN! My neighborhood is slowly mending..they just demolished a house close to me last week...they had too much mold to save and they were one of the homes with sewage!. Enjoy your day.

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  6. Darla McDowellMay 30, 2013 at 11:19 PM

    Beautiful, Hilda. I hope you can visit and paint this area again soon. So pretty!

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    1. hmuxoJune 2, 2013 at 8:19 AM

      thank you so much DARLA for stopping by and commenting on my lighthouse. I have many wonderful reference pictures from Fire Island..maybe someday I'll do another.

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  7. Celeste BerginMay 31, 2013 at 12:34 AM

    Oil painting! Very nicely done...super fresh colors, bravo!

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    1. hmuxoJune 2, 2013 at 8:20 AM

      thank you so much CELESTE for your very generous comment. I appreciate you stopping by!! Enjoy this beautiful day.

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  8. Rosa ViñasMay 31, 2013 at 1:51 AM

    Hagas lo que hagas, pastel, o cualquier otro medio el resultado es magnífico Hilda.

    Un abrazo

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    1. hmuxoJune 2, 2013 at 8:21 AM

      Muchisimas gracias, ROSA por un comentario
      muy generoso...Lo agradezco!!!

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  9. Olga Díaz OlgaD.Art May 31, 2013 at 2:07 AM

    Muy fresco Hilda, me gusta este trabajo con oleo. Besos

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    1. hmuxoJune 2, 2013 at 8:22 AM

      Gracias, OLGA.. Lo agradezco tu comentario muy amable...

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  10. padmajaMay 31, 2013 at 2:16 AM

    Love your depiction of the light house against the blue sky, it stands out and grabs attention, great job Hilda!

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    1. hmuxoJune 2, 2013 at 8:23 AM

      thank you PADMAJA for your generous comment! It was such a beautiful day and the sky was so blue without a cloud in sight!!

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  11. Olivier ViolinMay 31, 2013 at 3:55 AM

    Très beau paysage.
    La lumière est douce et apaisante...
    Bon week-end, Hilda.

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    1. hmuxoJune 2, 2013 at 8:24 AM

      thank you so much OLIVIER!!! You're so kind..I appreciate you stopping by!!!

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  12. Autumn LeavesMay 31, 2013 at 4:40 AM

    Hilda, this is such a beautiful place and a beautiful piece of work. I would imagine the original builders of lighthouses somehow made them super strong to withstand nature's fury. I wonder how many storms this one has seen in its lifetime?

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    1. hmuxoJune 2, 2013 at 8:26 AM

      thank you SHERRY for stopping by to comment. I said the same thing to my husband...the builders did an amazing job on these lighthouses to withstand the fury of this hurricane.!

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  13. eMMay 31, 2013 at 5:22 AM

    Very nice painting Hilda - I like the peaceful atmosphere and I like lighthouses much :-). Have a nice weekend!

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    1. hmuxoJune 2, 2013 at 8:28 AM

      thank you so much eM!!! It was very peaceful that day...all you heard was the sound of birds...It was the perfect day!

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  14. JaneMay 31, 2013 at 5:28 AM

    A fabulous rendering of this beautiful place , nice and clear colors. When I saw the thumbnail, I thought it was a photo! Have a nice weekend.

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    1. hmuxoJune 2, 2013 at 8:29 AM

      thank you so much JANE!! You just made my day with your comment!!! Enjoy the rest of your weekend.

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  15. martinealisonMay 31, 2013 at 5:54 AM

    Bonjour,
    Je suis très heureuse de vous retrouver après mon absence... Bien que mon retour se conjugue avec du travail en retard !!...
    Merci pour votre gentil message.

    Un très bel hommage à ce lieu qui me semble particulièrement beau.
    Je trouve toujours très plaisant de se promener près des phares. il y règne une certaine atmosphère que je retrouve dans votre belle oeuvre.
    Gros bisous

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    1. hmuxoJune 2, 2013 at 8:34 AM

      thank you so much for visiting, MARTINE!!
      I'm glad you're back home. We took a boat ride to see the lighthouse and it was so beautiful as we approached it.! Enjoy the rest of the weekend...

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  16. Cathy EngbergMay 31, 2013 at 7:03 AM

    It's so fun to see one of your landscapes! Love the composition! Lighthouses are always interesting subjects. I'm glad things are starting to get back to normal in small ways.

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    1. hmuxoJune 2, 2013 at 8:37 AM

      thank you CATHY!! I had fun doing this painting..I'm starting to get the "feel"
      of the oils...still working on blending the colors.! Thank goodness we're getting back to norm! It's been about 8 months now!!

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  17. myra andersonMay 31, 2013 at 12:15 PM

    this is wonderful!

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    1. hmuxoJune 2, 2013 at 8:38 AM

      thank you so much MYRA!!! Glad you stopped by and glad you like it!!!

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  18. Jose SanchezMay 31, 2013 at 1:01 PM

    fantastico, me gusta mucho este paisaje,
    los faros son muy atrayentes y divertidos de pintar.

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    1. hmuxoJune 2, 2013 at 8:48 AM

      Muchisimas gracias, JOSE por tu comentario. Tu eres muy amable y agradezco tu comentario...

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  19. aurora cabezaMay 31, 2013 at 3:39 PM

    me encanta como hasplasmado el entorno del faro.
    abrazos

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    1. hmuxoJune 2, 2013 at 8:50 AM

      Estoy muy contenta que te guste el faro!!
      Muchisimas gracias por tu visita, AURORA!

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  20. Joan TavolottMay 31, 2013 at 7:16 PM

    Lovely job on this!!! I've really missed being able to get over there. It is a great place to do plein air painting...maybe next week.

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    1. hmuxoJune 2, 2013 at 8:52 AM

      Thank you for stopping by JOAN! I think it would be the perfect place to do plein air painting!!! Glad you like this one..

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  21. Carol DeMumbrumJune 1, 2013 at 8:13 AM

    Beautiful! Love the texture in your grass and the way your eye moves into the lighthouse! Would love to visit the lighthouse someday.

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    1. hmuxoJune 2, 2013 at 8:54 AM

      Thank you so much CAROL for that lovely comment! I hope you get a chance to visit someday!!!

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  22. renateJune 1, 2013 at 12:25 PM

    Hello Hilda:) Must be a wonderful place to be! I love the way you painted it and the composition is so nice. Beautiful sky! Love it:)xx

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    1. hmuxoJune 2, 2013 at 8:55 AM

      Thank you for that nice comment RENATE..I appreciate you taking the time out to visit..You're so kind!

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  23. Carol FlattJune 1, 2013 at 2:44 PM

    Wonderful painting, Hilda! Don't you just love old lighthouses?! A great composition!

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    1. hmuxoJune 2, 2013 at 8:56 AM

      thank you CAROL for stopping by and leaving me such a nice comment! I really do love lighthouses!! Enjoy the rest of the weekend...

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  24. juliefordoliver.blogspot.comJune 2, 2013 at 12:45 AM

    You captured the light so perfectly I thought this was a photo at first. Nailing those values absolutely brilliantly shows what a good artist you are, Hilda.
    They could make a reproduction of this and have it as a fundraiser.

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    1. hmuxoJune 2, 2013 at 9:00 AM

      thank you so much JULIE for stopping by and for your very generous comment. You just made my day! A few people I know have done the fundraiser for Sandy!!

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  25. José Antonio Sánchez RumíJune 2, 2013 at 6:24 AM

    Bonito trabajo, muy bien realizado.
    Enhorabuena.
    Saludos.

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    1. hmuxoJune 2, 2013 at 9:04 AM

      Muchisimas gracias JOSE...Lo agradezco tu comentario muy amable!! Saludo

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  26. Dean H.June 2, 2013 at 8:13 AM

    You have a glorious composition here, Hilda! Practically like being there!

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    1. hmuxoJune 2, 2013 at 9:07 AM

      Thank you DEAN for that generous comment.
      I really appreciate your visit!!! Enjoy the rest of the weekend...

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  27. Crystal CookJune 2, 2013 at 10:44 AM

    What a beautiful, pastoral scene Hilda. And I love the addition of the small wildflowers, they give a feeling of hope that suits your story so well I think. :)

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    1. hmuxoJune 2, 2013 at 1:40 PM

      thank you so much CRYSTAL!!! I like to believe that the wildflowers are for hope..love your version!! Glad you like this painting!!! Enjoy the rest of the weekend!

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  28. joshemariJune 2, 2013 at 12:52 PM

    Muy bien Hilda! Además de gran pastelista (no sé si se dice así), demuestras también ser una buena pintora de oleo.
    Y la acuarela?
    Un abrazo.

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    1. hmuxoJune 2, 2013 at 1:44 PM

      Muchisimas gracias, JOSH!!! Una comentario muy generoso...me gusta usando oleos, pero acuarela es para ti..tu eres el maestro de agua!! un abrazo!!!

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  29. Barbara PaskJune 2, 2013 at 2:48 PM

    Oh this is just perfect, I think it is so great that we get to preserve history. Love that blue sky.

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  30. hmuxoJune 2, 2013 at 6:37 PM

    thank you so much BARBARA for your visit!! I really enjoyed painting this Lighthouse....
    and happy that you liked it!!!

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  31. Sandra BusbyJune 3, 2013 at 9:09 AM

    It's a gorgeous scene Hilda, beautifully painted. I love the little wild flowers too :0)

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    1. hmuxoJune 3, 2013 at 2:04 PM

      thank you SO much SANDRA!! I enjoyed painting this lighthouse...I was very happy that there was so many wildflowers by the lighthouse ..it just added beauty to this place.

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  32. HeatherJune 3, 2013 at 12:53 PM

    I love it! Those black and white lighthouses are my favorite. Just stunning!

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    1. hmuxoJune 3, 2013 at 2:05 PM

      thank you so much HEATHER for stopping by and for your lovely comment!! You just made my day!

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  33. Kim VanlandinghamJune 3, 2013 at 4:33 PM

    Lighthouses seem to have personality don't they! Lovely painting!

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  34. hmuxoJune 3, 2013 at 7:32 PM

    Thank you so much for stopping by KIMBERLY and for your very nice comment. I enjoyed painting the lighthouse with oils for a change.
    I'm glad you like this one!

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  35. Lisa Graham June 3, 2013 at 9:56 PM

    This is such a beautiful painting Hilda and I love the sweet American flag off in the distance. The flowers are so delicate and the lighthouse so tall and straight and proud...ready to guide all who see it home.

    Lighthouses have always held a certain charm for me and I've toured many of them. The best one I've seen so far is Cape Hatteras in North Carolina. They actually paid millions to move it away from danger of corrosion back in 1999. The pictures of them actually moving a lighthouse were amazing!

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    1. hmuxoJune 4, 2013 at 8:11 PM

      Thank you so much LISA! I'm so glad you like this painting. I really like lighthouses as well..I've never seen the lighthouse in Cape Hatteras but will put it on my list....!! I would have loved to see them moving it!!

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  36. jsicignano2.blogspot.comJune 4, 2013 at 6:17 AM

    Hilda, this is a beautiful painting. I wasn't able to do the show this year. Was in Virginia visiting my daughter. But this would be perfect for the show. Please consider doing some of the future shows. Have a beautiful day.

    Joan

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    1. hmuxoJune 4, 2013 at 8:13 PM

      I will consider a future show, JOAN!!
      I just don't do too many landscapes...so I guess I better get busy!! Glad you like this painting...enjoy the rest of the Evening!!

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  37. Danielle v/d HorstJune 4, 2013 at 10:12 AM

    Heel mooi Hilda ik zie nu pas dat je zo heet sorry het is een plaatje geworden van een schilderij lieve groetjes Danielle

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    1. hmuxoJune 4, 2013 at 8:17 PM

      thank you SO much DANIELLE for stopping by and commenting on my Lighthouse!!! I appreciate it!!

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  38. Tina MorianoJune 4, 2013 at 2:02 PM

    Un cuadro muy hermoso. Me gustan los faros y fué una suerte que el huracan no lo dañase y puedas volver a pasear cerca.

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    1. hmuxoJune 4, 2013 at 8:23 PM

      Muchisima gracias por tu comentario, TINA.
      Era un dia precioso el dia que visite el faro. Estoy muy contenta que ha gustado esta pintura!! un abrazo.

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  39. WatermarycolorsJune 4, 2013 at 4:03 PM

    Hola Hilda, pensé que era una fotografía.. :) me encanta tu pintura, es perfecta!! un abrazo!

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    1. hmuxoJune 4, 2013 at 8:24 PM

      muchisimas gracias, MARI por tu visita y tu comentario muy generoso!! Lo agradezco.!!! un abrazo!!!

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  40. Carol Schiff Daily PaintingJune 4, 2013 at 5:40 PM

    Beautiful painting Hilda. Love lighthouses and I really like the flagpole in the background that mimics the shape.

    Also happy to hear it was not severely damaged during the storm.

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    1. hmuxoJune 4, 2013 at 8:27 PM

      thank you so much CAROL for your visit..I appreciate it.!! Something about our Flag that completes a painting!! Enjoy the rest of your Evening!!!

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  41. art by Michael PerchardJune 4, 2013 at 8:19 PM

    Hilda!
    Great light in this light house. Sorry about the pun!
    I love,love light houses and light house paintings. This one is superb!
    Bravo my art buddy!
    Michael

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    1. hmuxoJune 4, 2013 at 8:31 PM

      You're SO kind, MICHAEL!!! I'm glad you liked my painting!! Enjoy the rest of the Evening, my friend!!!

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  42. Douglas ClarkJune 4, 2013 at 11:04 PM

    Thank you for sharing this picture and story.
    Doug

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  43. hmuxoJune 5, 2013 at 8:19 AM

    thank you so much DOUG for stopping by and commenting on my lighthouse...I appreciate it!!
    Have a good day!!

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  44. Celia BlancoJune 5, 2013 at 4:04 PM

    Hilda, gorgeous work! Great hopeful story too. A wonderful to celebrate such a beautiful landmark through your painting.

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    1. hmuxoJune 5, 2013 at 5:49 PM

      thank you SO much CELIA for your generous comment. I really did enjoy painting this lighthouse! Enjoy the rest of the evening!!

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  45. Joan TavolottJune 5, 2013 at 5:06 PM

    Hi Hilda! I took a ride over to Robert Moses Park today. The road is mostly repaired and they are working on building a dune/hill along the road because the dunes are gone. They lost most of the dunes in front of the lighthouse too and most of the dunes that were to the right of the boardwalk on the way to the lighthouse. Now you can easily see the lighthouse from the beach because there is nothing blocking the view. I would think they are going to pump sand to replace the dunes.

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    1. hmuxoJune 5, 2013 at 5:58 PM

      thank you so much JOAN for the update on Fire Island! I hope they replace the sand soon and plant some ornamental grass to hold down the sand!!! It's amazing that the Lighthouse still stands...they built it strong enough to withstand the force of the wind.!! thanks again...enjoy the rest of the evening!!

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  46. Diana Moses BotkinJune 6, 2013 at 12:51 AM

    Nice job, Hilda.

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    1. hmuxoJune 6, 2013 at 6:27 AM

      thank you SO much DIANA! You're very kind! Enjoy your day!!!!

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  47. Theresa PadenJune 6, 2013 at 3:19 PM

    It's so good that you immortalized this light house before it was damaged. Such a beautiful painting!

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    1. hmuxoJune 6, 2013 at 5:53 PM

      thank you so much THERESA for stopping by and for your very nice comment on my lighthouse! I really appreciate it!!!
      Enjoy the rest of the Evening....

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  48. ArtiJune 7, 2013 at 7:49 AM

    Nice work, Hilda.I find it hard to tackle subjects that have no human form involved- you have done it beautifully.

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  49. hmuxoJune 7, 2013 at 8:23 AM

    thank you ARTI for stopping by and for your VERY nice comment! LOVE your last painting...!
    Enjoy your day!!

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  50. SadamiJune 7, 2013 at 10:47 AM

    Hi, Hilda,
    Your work always heartwarm viewers. Thank you so much. Please keep up wonderful pastel!!
    Best wishes, Sadami

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  51. hmuxoJune 7, 2013 at 4:38 PM

    thank you so much SADAMI...I appreciate your visit and wonderful comment!!

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  52. Rita VaselliJune 9, 2013 at 5:42 PM

    Dear Hilda, the light that you have made ​​in this landscape is awesome!
    The joyful atmosphere around the lighthouse,
    how your words tell, it becomes the symbol of strength it takes to rebuild after adversity ... A big hug, Rita.

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    1. hmuxoJune 14, 2013 at 9:52 PM

      thank you so much RITA for such a kind comment..I appreciate it..I just got back from vacation so I'm trying to catch up with my replies.. I'm so glad you like this painting...Hugs..

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  53. GiancarloJune 10, 2013 at 1:01 PM

    Un felice inizio settimana a Te...ciao

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    1. hmuxoJune 14, 2013 at 9:52 PM

      thank you GIANCARLO for stopping by!!.enjoy the rest of the week!!

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  54. mary maxamJune 11, 2013 at 11:02 PM

    So perfect and quiet in atmosphere...and it tells an important story before the storm. Very Nice Hilda.

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    1. hmuxoJune 14, 2013 at 9:53 PM

      thank you SO much MARY!! I appreciate your kind words!!

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  55. Claire Beadon CarnellJune 14, 2013 at 6:51 PM

    Beautiful - this so makes me want to be at the beach. Did you ever get the email response I sent to you? It was about a painting you did of my mom. I had a very difficult time getting your email address, and have wondered if I didn't get it right.

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    1. hmuxoJune 14, 2013 at 9:58 PM

      I'm so glad you like this painting, CLAIRE! I haven't received an e-mail from you and hope its okay to post your Mom's painting..I just got back from Kentucky so I'm ready to post it.

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  56. Angela SullivanJune 16, 2013 at 3:50 PM

    I can just feel the salty warm air.
    I wanted to make a special trip back to your blog because once again I wanted to let you know how much I appreciate the comments you always leave on my blog. At the times when I feel like giving up I see a comment from you and am encouraged to continue. Thank You for all you help....It means more than you can ever know.

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  57. hmuxoJune 17, 2013 at 2:09 PM

    thank you so much ANGELA for commenting on my lighthouse..I really appreciate it! I always look forward to your paintings...and wonder how you can paint so fast!

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  59. Carole RodrigueOctober 10, 2013 at 1:59 PM

    Absolutely fabulous!

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  60. hmuxoOctober 10, 2013 at 9:47 PM

    thank you CAROLE! I really appreciate your comment.. !!!

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