This painting was made in late 2021 before Ukraine was invaded by Russia. It is aptly named The Passing Storm. Little did I know when I painted it that the sunflower was the national flower of Ukraine. Now that there is so much suffering and turmoil in that country, I decided that this piece could be used to offer help to them. When this piece sells, I will donate 30% to Samaritan's Purse Ukraine Relief. Samaritan's Purse is a well-known and trusted organization that will use the money wisely. When the original is sold, it will be available in print form. God Bless the Ukrainian people! 

This was a privately commissioned painting that I recently delivered. The subject has such warm memories for this family and their life. The late patriarch of the family helped to forge the slide lock handles. I was able to recreate the original color of the barn without losing the rustic appeal. They cried when it was unveiled.
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