Many people tell me my paintings make them feel happy, and I am so grateful to hear that as that is my whole purpose of painting—to communicate with people through my art. I paint many road paintings as they are a metaphor for life and our journey. My message is to enjoy the journey rather than worrying ourselves about the destination.
I paint many road paintings as they are a metaphor for life and our journey. My message is to enjoy the journey rather than worrying ourselves about the destination. The story of Harold Wilson’s Truck is based on a song by Fred Eaglesmith-a Canadian folksinger who I first discovered on CBC. As I was doing my rural road painting I was listening to a CD about Harold Wilson, a farmer who was down on his luck , and feeling sorry about him and his story, I decided that maybe a new red truck would lift his spirits, and that is when I added it to my usual road painting, taking it in a new direction.
Harold Wilson’s Red Truck
Acrylic on Canvas 24”x30”
My painting Harold Wilson’s Truck was recently selected by Ducks Unlimited for their 2014 Portfolio. This is quite an accomplishment for me, as I never expected such an honour as my paintings are bold, colourful, and always have a human interest story .
Georgian Bay Afternoon
Acrylic on Canvas 24”x30”
The painting Georgian Bay Afternoon was inspired by a summer afternoon’s drive to the cottage. I looked at the cows and they seemed to be welcoming me to enjoy the lazy hazy days of summer.
Havana Harbour
Acrylic on Canvas 16”x20”
Havana Harbour was inspired by a religious, cultural, art trip that I took to Cuba in late November 2013. Looking out on the harbour from my hotel in Cienfuegos, I was moved by the quiet gentle breeze and the rocking of the boats giving a sense of peace and tranquillity.
Oprah says that we all need to play more and I agree–its so important to keep fun and a sense of joy and gratitude in our lives even though it can be difficult to do at times.
Image Credits
All Images Are © Marlene Bulas
Marlene Bulas Artist Bio
After being a dental hygienist for many years, Marlene Bulas began painting seriously in 1994. She attended Georgian College Design and Visual Arts program from 1996 to 1999 as well as numerous art workshops throughout Canada, the United States, Mexico, France and Italy. A major influence on her work has been her mother who studied with the Group of Seven, as well as the encouragement and support of her husband and three children.
Marlene has participated in various shows and has exhibited in Alliston, Barrie, Collingwood, Orillia, Penetanguishene, Toronto, Windsor, Buffalo, Westfield, New York, Florida, Calgary and Montreal. Paintings by Marlene Bulas can be found in private and corporate collections in Canada, U.S.A., UK, South America, the Caribbean, France, Saudi Arabia and Bermuda.
Website: Sunning Hill Art
Contact Marlene Bulas at: bulas@thunderstar.net
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