Fishy Monster

Once in a while Love Monster liked to go for a swim in the deepest seas of Dreamland, just to see who he might meet there. When he would do that he put on his favorite swimming outfit and would transform at once into Fishy Monster. He had wonderful friends in the deepest sea, and wherever he went the other monsters were always nice to him. That is because he was nice to them, and would give a little smile and acknowledge them politely. And as it turns out, when you are nice, even to monsters, they may be nice to you in return. This is Love Monster's big secret, which he never wants to keep secret but always tries his best to explain to everyone. But monsters being as they are seldom listen to Fishy Monster's advice. It's ok though. He still has a nice time anyway.

Love Monster

Once upon a time in Dreamland there lived a wondrous beast named Sleep Monster. Well, she was quite an amazing creature, full of shaggy black fur, and pillows, and so very comfy to lay down on. Anyway, this is not a picture of Sleep Monster... it is a picture of her very dear pet named Love Monster. He was very cute in a brutish and ferocious sort of way, but she liked him just the same. And so Sleep Monster and Love Monster lived happily in Dreamland together for a long, long time.

Gentleman of the Wilderness

In some distant time, in a place not so far away, a young and serene soul listens to the voice of the mountains, and baths in the lights of the moon and stars.  No thoughts buffet his mind... his spirit soaring into the heavens.

Pen and ink on napkin.
June 2, 2011

Autumn Tree Against the Sky

There at the margin between the fading summer and the beginning of autumn there stood a brave soul, a tree against the sky, defying the end of those sweet lazy days when love and warmth blossomed in the hearts of those who had ears to hear, and eyes to see.

Autumn Sunset

It was a quiet and peaceful journey as we passed from summer into autumn ... the leaves turned colors, the air grew cool, and the fiery sun settled in for the long night.   Somehow, everything was just as it should be, one way or another.

Season of the Monkey King

One night Sun Wu Kong was drinking Sake in the good Season, and having a nice time drew this little drawing ...

Fiery Sunrise Over White Plains

Returning from early morning Sword Practice... behold, the Purple Chi Gathers in the East.

American Flag By the Pond

It was a spectacularly pretty day as Moon-Princess and White Rabbit strolled around the park grounds. This sight caught their eyes, and so a photograph was taken for posterity.

Corona Park, Queens NY 
August 22, 2011

Reflections on a woman in black sunglasses

... Her quiet smile, and mysterious look was very alluring, though. God and Nature fashioned her this way, and the lucky gentleman felt the blessing of her sweet aura as she passed by. His happy expression is a reflection of the universe's great pleasure in having her. And so it was that a warm affection was born, fostered, and grew into a bright and joyful spirit, dappled in sunlight, filled with healing, power, and good will.

Dusky George Washington Bridge

Walking along Ft Washington Avenue at dusk, I happen to look to my right and saw the George Washington Bridge shrouded beneath the dusky sky. Very pretty sight, so of course I snapped a photograph. Good thing I carry my camera around with me. :)

The Brightly Colored Bowls

There was a lovely set of bowls from different lands that moon-princess found while strolling through the medieval era... she was so delighted she took this photograph of them.  Since I touched up the picture a little bit it is fair to say that this is another Art Collaboration, #30 I believe.  :)

Medieval Festival @ Fort Tyron Park
October 2, 2011

Sunrise at the Glass Tower

Early in the morning on the way back from Wudan Sword Practice while passing the Glass Towers of White Plains the sun was rising, the air was crisp and clean, and all was well with this little tiny piece of the world.

Savage Sky Over White Plains

The Sky Lords over White Plains suddenly turned dark and menacing as a messenger from the Crystal Palace arrived with ominous tidings. It seems a certain Moon-Princess was being annoyed by a certain white rabbit with pesky love-messages and so she stomped her foot... and caused a great storm. The Sky Lords later apologized for the sudden outburst, the white rabbit hid in his hole, and the Princess began to miss him... and so it was that another day went by as the world turned, while high above the Planets danced to the Celestial Symphony as they promenaded along the Milky Way observing the Spheres of Heaven.

White Plains, NY
September 29, 2011