Winter Harbor

This painting reminds me of the old adage "O God, thy sea is so great and my boat is so small"....

Although part of a group of boats waiting in the fog, I chose to paint just one to get that solitary look that invites the viewer to think of self in relationship with the world, hence the reference to the adage from the poem.  One can feel small and vulnerable when dealing with the overwhelming situations life sometimes throws at us, and humility can be learned when considering our place in a world created by another power so much greater than anything we can know.   Boats are safe in ports as the saying goes, but that's not what they are built for - so notice that the boat is facing out to sea, not coming back to the harbor.   Adventures abound in the world, but understanding our role in the universe helps keep one grounded as we navigate the waters in our little boats.  Other than the thoughts, the painting is a lovely one to contemplate.  Lots of beautiful blues.......