There’s something hauntingly beautiful about the old windmills that dot the Kansas landscape. They stand in quiet dignity, their blades weathered by time, their purpose long forgotten by modern machinery. And yet, they remain. My latest acrylic painting, Sentinel of the Plains, honors that steadfast presence. Against a backdrop of rich prairie hues, the windmill
We love art because it speaks a language deeper than words. Art bypasses logic and goes straight to the heart. It stirs something ancient and universal in us — awe, longing, wonder, joy, grief, connection. Whether it’s a painting, a melody, a sculpture, or a dance, art reminds us that we are alive. It mirrors
There was a time—before calendars, clocks, and obligations—when joy needed no reason. As a child, I’d step outside and twirl beneath the sky, arms open wide, not for anyone to see, but because it felt good to be alive. No audience, no performance—just a celebration of the moment. This painting, Celebrate the Day, was born
Featured Painting: Washington CoastlineBy Pat Forbes There are moments in life when the soul longs to be unbound—not to flee, but to return to its natural state. The painting Washington Coastline captures this feeling for me: powerful, open, mist-kissed. It reminds me of what it feels like to stand at the edge of something wild
By Pat Forbes I’ve spent most of my life on the West Coast—24 years in California, and 35 more in Washington. Each place left its mark on me, not just in memory, but in the way I see the world and express myself through art. California gave me fire.It’s where I learned to be bold,
I use a canvas and brush to journal each day. The painting might start with dark undertones, but when I finish, it’s a colorful vision of hope. Every piece I create carries something personal. This isn’t just art for me. It is a visual diary of my life’s journey © 2025 – 2026, pforbes54. All
