I suppose it’s no surprise that art reveals our soul and perspective. I brought Ed Gulley a bunch of brightly colored markers, and they transformed his art for several days. The bright colors seemed to open him up, he was precise and confident about which ones he wanted to use and what he wanted to draw.

Yesterday, he was able to sketch, but something had changed, perhaps his vision and grip on the markers, his sketches were rough, the colors mashed together. This was one of the last ones he did in his outburst of color and energy, the pictures reflected his determination to be productive and his acceptance of his cancer, I think.

A Bridal Bouquet is a very particular kind of symbol.

We’ve sold all of the sketches and vases except for a few, and I’m bringing Ed and Carol $1,000 this afternoon. I decided this morning to put up this one, Ed called it “Bridal Bouquet” and I think it had all kinds of personal meanings for him.

It’s for sale for $100 plus $10 for shipping and I’m happy to offer it on his behalf. This art work has been a great boon to him, an active and creative man who was barely sick a day in his life. My feeling is that it is coming to an end.

If you are interested in purchasing this sketch, please e-mail me at [email protected], the first person to contact me will get the sketch. I’ll replay and give you the payment information.

This morning, Maria and I shipped out more than a dozen glassworks and sketches and thanks to the many people who wanted them right away. I have a few more to sell over the next week or so. Thanks so much.