Amy Schrom

A Sign??

amyschrom — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 23:59:19 +0000

As some of you know, I haven’t been painting lately because I have been convinced that the economy couldn’t possibly support another artist, (Lord knows there’s enough of them out there). And I still believe that. I think the signs are all there that the economy will crawl sideways for a year or two, at which point the hammer will drop and 2010 will be looked at as the good ‘ole days. Not promising for someone wanting to sell something that, for all intents and purposes is a luxury item. Let’s face it, you can’t eat or drink it, you can’t use it to drive back and forth to work (or look for a job) and you can’t defend yourself or your property with it. (Halt- I have a painting and I’m not afraid to use it!) All you can do with it is look at it and (on a good day) get a warm fuzzy feeling. And while most people don’t have a clear picture of what truly is in store for the future, they are feeling unsettled enough to keep their money in their pockets. And frankly who can blame them?

Now, taking all that into account, I have found myself missing painting lately. I have steadfastly resisted the feeling as being unpractical (god forbid I go against my nature and behave in an impractical manner) because I have to put out money to continue to paint and who am I to spend money on what at this point is nothing more than an expensive hobby. Sigh. So feeling hopelessly confused I made up my mind to pray about it everyday and demand (yes, demand) a definitive answer as to what I should do. I didn’t care where the sign came from, so long as it was unmistakable.

As I moseyed into the kitchen this morning to make my kids pancakes, I opened a drawer that had a fortune cookie in it my husband had given me like a long time ago, and I felt compelled to open it. I think I found what I was looking for. My kids sure think so. The fortune read “Your artistic talents win the approval and applause of others. Lucky Numbers 3, 8, 10 11 12, 29. My birthday is on the third and my husbands is on the twenty-ninth.

So, patrons or not….I guess I’m looking for a subject to paint eh……

Update On New Blog

amyschrom — Thu, 12 Aug 2010 01:36:21 +0000

I have just put up a new post on my new blog. It can be seen by following the link below, or the one in the sidebar of this site. http://patriotpainter.wordpress.com/

I’m glad that I started this new blog. It really speaks from the heart as to how I feel. And please don’t think that this is just some phase I’m going through because my husband has died. It demeans the importance of the information, not to mention that it’s just not true. I have known all of this information for a long time, and these things were frequent topics of discussion between my husband and I. I am sharing these things with you because I care about you and your families. And I feel compelled, duty bound if you will, to share what I know. And if I can make just one person “see”, then I will have done something worthwhile.

I believe my husband would be proud that I am putting myself out there. In fact, I went to bed last night thinking that more than anything, I needed a hug from him. As luck would have it, he came to me in a dream, and I got one of the best hugs ever……

New Patriot Videos Page

amyschrom — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 00:49:35 +0000

I haven’t been painting lately as at the moment I have a backlog going that I don’t wish to add to. I have however created a new page I have titled Patriot Videos. I invite you to check it out and watch the documentary I have posted called The Money Masters.

In case you are wondering, I am not a Republican and I am not a Democrat, as these two entities exist solely to make the public think that they have some say when they vote. It is nothing other than a side show. A paradigm. The equivalent of a Don King boxing match with both parties controlled by and puppets of special interest. So, if I don’t subscribe to the dog and pony show, what am I you may ask? I suppose I’m best described as a Constitutionalist with a healthy dose of Libertarianism thrown into the mix. I wasn’t always this way, mind you, as I too once believed the two party lie. And then I began to ask questions about our government, and then I began to look for the TRUTH to my questions. And then…well…I took a rather nasty spill down an even nastier rabbit hole. But that is the kind of person I am. I would much rather know the truth in all it’s unpleasantness, than be taken by surprise. I hope for the sake our once great Rebublic, that those who read this feel the same way. Because it is only a mass awakening that can save us now.

I hope you visit that page, and watch the extraordinary documentary The Money Masters, for it is my firm belief that it will forever change your life. I am counting on YOU to care.

http://radiolibertyarchives.gsradio.net:8080/072910c.mp3 This is a very pertinent interview of G. Edward Griffin by Dr. Stanley Monteith. I recommend that you listen to it.

Done??

amyschrom — Fri, 30 Apr 2010 22:40:27 +0000

I don’t know. I’ll look at it some more tomorrow, but it looks awfuly close to what I had envisioned. Not the greatest picture though. Looks like somebody needs a tripod.

8 x6 oil on masonite

“Memories Of Summer”

amyschrom — Wed, 28 Apr 2010 13:40:56 +0000

And of my husband, of course. I miss the gifts. He was always bringing me presents, especially roses from the garden. I hope he likes this one.

“Memories Of Summer”

9 x 7 oil on masonite

When Life Gives You Lemons, Paint Them

amyschrom — Mon, 19 Apr 2010 17:57:42 +0000

At least that’s what my buddy Dave The Painting Guy said. So, what better subject matter for my first painting since I lost my husband, than lemons.

I won’t lie and say I’m doing great, but in between all the sadness and doubts, I have glimmers of hope. That’s all I can ask for. That, and by the grace of God, those tiny glimmers will grow brighter.

Thanks to all who have offered their kind words and support. It made a difference to know how many people care.

“Pucker Up”

6″ x 11″ oil on masonite

Devastating News

amyschrom — Thu, 25 Mar 2010 23:06:07 +0000

My beloved husband, and best friend for more than 25 very special yrs., passed away on March 21, after a brief illness. We were ( and always will be ) as close as two people could possibly be. I must tell you, the pain is incredible, and I miss him terribly. He was my everything. He was my always. He was my forever.

He was diagnosed with cancer on Feb. 23, and never recovered from his first round of chemo, succumbing to pneumonia and a blood infection less than a month later.

Thank you in advance for your prayers and condolances, I believe they will give me the strength necessary to carry on. And I thank god every second for our two wonderful boys, in who I see their father every day.

I can’t give you an answer as to when I will resume painting. Only God knows the answer to that.

“Grapes & Pears”

amyschrom — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 00:46:10 +0000

Yeah, I know. Not the most creative title. Hey, it’s not like whoever buys it, can’t rename the darn thing.

“Grapes & Pears”

7 x 9 oil on masonite

Out With The Old, In With The New

amyschrom — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 19:09:17 +0000

Here is the apple still life all finished and below that, the beginnings of my next painting. Wish me luck!

“Apple Still Life”

10 x 8 oil on masonite

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Grapes/Pears Still Life

7 x 9 oil on masonite

Apple Still Life

amyschrom — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 23:58:13 +0000

I’m not claiming that I am totally done with this one (although I am digging the laid back quality), only that I am too tired to keep painting, lol.

Apple still life

10 x 8 oil on masonite