BUSY PAINTING

Hello Friends, ashamedly I must admit, that is has been a tremendous amount of time pass since I have written. We celebrate Holiday events with four groups during this time of year: My family, Jonathan's family, the college group in our church, and the youth group. As well as, in December, Jonathan and I have more shows, and events to display his art, than usual. So yes, we wake up early, stay up late, and still have more to do! But it is a fun, festive, exciting season!
I have decorated our first Christmas tree, and our home has a steady stream of Nat King Cole, Dean Martin, and the musical wonder: James Taylor.  I have finally had a moment to breath and think.... (home sick)... this is what happens when you wear yourself down, so ladies take note!! During the Holiday season it is utmost importance to SLOW down, and RELAX, enjoy Thanksgiving, enjoy Christmas, this will keep you in better spirits, and in better health! Take time to rest, and enjoy every moment, to that in looking back, you can see memories, and not a hurried blur with illness mixed in.
Anyway, my hubby has been working diligently in the studio, painting to his hears content.... and more! He has been experimenting with his landscape styles, and I must say they are coming forth beautifully!
Come and take a look:

A Call to the Interior Designer

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Attention All Designers!!!

What is our current business venture? To pursue the interior design industry. Why? Because for those who are specifically pursuing a new home design, true art is a priceless addition. And it is highly sought after as well! Here in Tennessee, there aren't many artists who's work show so much detail. The unfortunate truth is: MOST "original" paintings are by the hands of SOMEONE in China... no one knows who... no one knows their story... no one knows what inspired them. MUCH LESS will they ever meet or have the opportunity to speak with the mystery artist.

The wonderful reality of a true art investment from an American artist, and from Jonathan in particular, is HE HAS  a story... well not A story, but STORIES. Every painting has a story, and an inspiration, every painting has a purpose. This is what people are looking for: DEPTH. A reason to pursue real art. Stories hanging within their homes, lining their walls, penetrating their lives. Sadly, not many "China" paintings will offer such intimacy. And it definitely doesn't offer any real reason to treasure the painting they've spent so much money on. Jonathan's art gives pride to the owner.

Art is a heritage, to be passed down.

A designer who offers that with their work is a priceless investment, and a high commodity.

Jonathan and I are not designers. We cannot do produce the full effect of such beauty. It is up to the GIFTED, and we want to be your resource.

Come and visit the website, and then lets talk!

Email Sarah

 

Want Some Food With That Art?

Saturday, Jonathan and I set up some of his paintings (13 of them to be exact) inside the well-loved Tomato Head Restaurant. This restaurant comes with all the eclectic excitement the adventure thirsty might be looking for. In the center of Downtown Knoxville, on Market Square. This is the center for excitement, the urban businesses in old time buildings, the live music surrounding you by either the concert events or many musicians on the street. You have art trades, food markets, plays, movies, food and fun.

So, if you're in town, drop by! Enjoy some delicious pizza, and the art of Jonathan Howe!

Some Wedding Photography [by Jonathan Howe]

Blackberry Farm

If you haven't heard of Blackberry farm, it won't take too long until you do. One of the most well-known mountain resorts, which easily run you over $1000 a night. And you will see why when you visit their incredible property, luxuriously designed rooms, and taste their gourmet meals.

What few people know is, Blackberry Farms official photographer- Beal-Thomas photography were Jonathan's employers during his internship at Maryville College. And he continues to do as-needed photography work with them. He has photographed multi-million dollar weddings there before. Stunning work!

My first taste of the "high-life", I drove up to this multi-million dollar farm property, in my old, dirty, overheated Pontiac to drop my husband off. He had two days to drive the property and photograph the biking trip of two well known bikers: Robbie Ventura and George Hencapie, two Tour De France competitors, who were staying to enjoy the fresh mountain air.

I dropped Jonathan off, and then I would return to pick him up. The driveway is as far as I was allowed to go, but I can say I've been there! I didn't feel put out not being able to join him there. Nor did it make me feel less important, instead, i was SO proud to have a talented husband, and to be able to be a support.

I was his "mobilization"--- "I love you, have fun, do good, and I will see you soon!"--- Then I drive away into the distance, as he jumps into the Mercedes cars and does what he loves to do. He leaves with my support, and returns with my adoration. We come home together fully satisfied, to our warm, little home, decorated by a budget, to a crowd of young people gathered to learn from us in the evenings. I would take that over Blackberry Farms any day! (Doesn't mean a night there wouldn't be dreamy!)

If you ever get the chance, make some memories in the Smokies! And visit this exquisite resort.

http://www.blackberryfarm.com/