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Posted on 10/25/2024 7:40:43 PM
By Barbara Hunter
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The inspiration for this painting came from a photo taken by my friend Fred Racey a year or so ago. When I first saw Fred's photo, I was struck by the bright fall colors in contrast with the dark tree trunks, and how the sunlight made the water sparkle as it bubbled over and around the rocks. I knew right away its day on my easel would come. I just didn't know when.
Fast forward to a month ago. As the devastation in our western mountains from Hurricane Helene became apparent, this photo called to me. As I listened, its message revealed itself: While the devastation, despair and sadness has been incredibly overwhelming to all those touched by this storm, the sense of community and neighbors helping neighbors has also served as a reminder of the goodness in our world.
Even in our darkest days, we must remember to hold onto our faith in the calm after the storm. It will come....it will come.
Location: The Cataloochee River, Great Smoky Mountains, NC
