Clearing Out the Closet
The Raven
In the high desert and pine-covered mesas of northern New Mexico, ravens are a constant and commanding presence. These intelligent birds are often seen gliding effortlessly on thermal updrafts or perched atop weathered fence posts. They are both watchful scavengers and curious observers. Known for their deep, echoing calls and playful aerial acrobatics, ravens in this region thrive in dry canyonlands and snowy mountain foothills. They form strong mating bonds, often seen traveling in pairs. They are known to cache food and mimic sounds. In Pueblo and Navajo traditions, the raven holds symbolic significance as a trickster, messenger, or guardian spirit, adding a layer of mythic meaning to their dark silhouettes against the New Mexico sky.
Grackles. You either like ‘em or you can’t stand ‘em. Part of CGM’s Backyard Birds of Travis County.
Hi everyone and welcome to my website, cgmfineart.com, an off shoot of austinfemart.com. With Vic’s help, we finally started to go through my closet of all the art I have collected and stored over the years. We’ve created an inventory, photographed most of my pieces (that’s always on going), and started organizing them to sell on Squarespace.
I’ve waited too long to begin this process. Sure, I’ve been selling here and there, mostly to friends and family, shown at galleries now and again. But I’d yet to focus on a target audience, develop a following, or tried to sell online.
On my previous website, Austin Fem Art, I posted all my originals. Vic finds Squarespace to be more user friendly, and he is able to display more of my art. He thinks selling prints online is the way to go. We are working with a great print-on-demand company, making our lives a little easier by not having to stress out about those fulfillment details.
Meanwhile, I continue painting. My latest piece is called Fifth Dimension on a 15 in circular canvas. It’s from the point of view of a person with vast peripheral vision lying on their back, looking into space surrounded by Austin landmarks and icons.
My next piece will feature Mary Magdalene, and I am anxious to get started on that one. I have already done a few paintings with biblical scenes or religious overtones including one I did in Taos of Mary Magdalene washing Jesus’ feet.
Bear with us as we launch this next episode of our lives. Both of us are retired and trying to make the best use of our time and talent. Thanks for your support!
Mary Magdalene washing Jesus’ feet with oil and tears.