Tuesday, April 30, 2013

Freedom of Innocence

'Freedom of Innocence' 
5 x 7 inches oil on masonite


"When we are children we seldom think of the future. This innocence leaves us free to enjoy ourselves as few adults can. The day we fret about the future is the day we leave our childhood behind." Patrick Rothfuss

Something that always gets my heart when I paint a child is their innocent, but also very knowing expression. It's something that I think most people don't see, at least I know I don't see it until I spend a few hours studying their eyes. And it's something that never fails to amaze me. 

Listening to: Fall Out Boy
Reading: The Name of the Wind, by Patrick Rothfuss
Watching: Gold Rush 
Snacking on: see photo below :) 

Greek Yogurt Brulee. Oh. My. Gosh. This is so yummy. :) Here's the recipe I adapted.


 
Posted by Crystal Cook at 3:40 PM
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12 comments:

  1. martinealisonApril 30, 2013 at 6:13 PM

    Rien n'est plus beau que les yeux d'un enfant... et vous savez magnifiquement les capturer.
    J'aime la sensibilité qui caractérise chacune de vos oeuvres.
    Gros bisous

    ps : Je suis allée faire un petit tour pour voir la recette ! et hummm, tout semble si délicieux et je crains fort qu'au seul coup d'oeil mes hanches aient souffert !

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  2. Crystal CookApril 30, 2013 at 6:55 PM

    Thank you so much Martine! That means so much to me since the eyes are the most important part in my opinion. :) And I'm glad you liked the recipe! You should try it, it's pretty healthy actually. :) Your hips won't mind!

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  3. Karen BoeApril 30, 2013 at 8:15 PM

    You always seem to capture that certain something in the eyes of a child. I always think of it as clarity, something that exists in the bookends of life - pure innocence or well-earned wisdom. You get it!

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    1. Crystal CookMay 1, 2013 at 9:22 AM

      Thanks so much Karen! I love the way you described it, something that exists in the bookends of life, that is it!! :)

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  4. UnknownMay 1, 2013 at 4:14 AM

    Ack, another Greek Yogurt fan... I have never tried it but am told I must. I'm putting it on my list today!
    This painting is SO moving, Crystal. And what you wrote about the innocence of children... I've thought a lot about what we mean when we say a person is acting childish. What does being a child really mean. I think you said it exactly right. When one starts worrying about the future, one is no longer being a child. :) There is a song called "Prayer of the Children" by Kurt Bestor that's really beautiful and speaks along those same lines. Anyway, thanks for a lovely touching post and a gorgeous painting!

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    1. Crystal CookMay 1, 2013 at 9:24 AM

      Ha ha! Well I don't love yogurt, greek yogurt is the only kind I like. It's super creamy and low fat but high in protein (which I'm trying to increase). And I have often thought about what we mean by saying 'childish' too. I don't see it as a negative thing. :) Thank you!

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  5. Sandra BusbyMay 1, 2013 at 6:45 AM

    The painting is so gorgeous! I'm trying to think of the day I started worrying about the future - and I'm certain it was the day I gave birth to my eldest child! Suddenly everything seems so important!
    Ooh that recipe sound yummy! Just my cup of tea :0)

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    1. Crystal CookMay 1, 2013 at 9:24 AM

      Lol Sandra! I think I have always been a worrier, but boy did it increase when I had my eldest too! And yes give the recipe a try, it's yummy. :)

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  6. Carol BlackburnMay 1, 2013 at 8:20 AM

    So beautiful Crystal. You can have the yogurt, yuk! I eat a healthy diet but I draw the line at things like yogurt, cottage cheese, hummus and tofu. Blek! Give me broccoli, cole slaw, salads, and tons of veges any way you slice em'. I like to crunch. :)

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    1. Crystal CookMay 1, 2013 at 9:25 AM

      Thanks Carol! ha ha! I don't actually like yogurt too much, but greek yogurt is different I think. More creamier and tangy. And I love hummus, tofu and cottage cheese! You can have all the brocoli Carol, blegh!! ;)

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  7. hmuxoMay 1, 2013 at 11:01 AM

    This is an amazing painting, Crystal. Your paintings of children are all beautiful! The eyes are incredible! I love Greek yogurt!!!

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  8. Gatepost productionsMay 1, 2013 at 12:42 PM

    Those eyes! Such a heart wringinly wonderful painting!

    Did I tell you I'm to be a great grandpa?

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