This artwork, and the others in this series, in an abstract parallel to the beauty and balance of a string quartet.

This artwork, and the others in this series, in an abstract parallel to the beauty and balance of a string quartet.

This artwork, and the others in this series, in an abstract parallel to the beauty and balance of a string quartet.

This artwork, and the others in this series, in an abstract parallel to the beauty and balance of a string quartet.

This artwork, and the others in this series, in an abstract parallel to the beauty and balance of a string quartet.

This artwork, and the others in this series, in an abstract parallel to the beauty and balance of a string quartet.

From when I was a child, I was fascinated by Native American culture, their respect for nature and worldview that all life is connected and deserves care. The Sundance is a sacred religious ceremony that is undertaken by one or more persons for the greater good of all, and he is supported by the prayers of the whole community.

Hurricanes are something we learn to live with, here in Florida. Two years ago, it was Irma; now Dorian is churning off the east coast, ripping up the Bahamas. We take it seriously; we get as prepared as we can, and then we hope for the best.

Like many Americans, I grew up during the Space Race and have had a life long fascination with our final frontier. Here in Florida, we have been blessed to personally watch launches. In the early years, we recovered capsules off our coast, hence the title of this artwork. It is an abstract begun in watercolor on Arches paper, with oil and pastel on that foundation.