9/14/2019 I have a special request for your help today. Have you enjoyed this week’s Art The Metropolitan Collections? I’d love to hear from you. Just send me 3 descriptive words in a comment that come to mind about the paintings from the Metropolitan Experience. (Of course if you want to add something more you are most welcome). What I am seeking is to see how aligned my intentions are to what you, the viewer, are experiencing, and maybe some new ways to describe my work to

9/13/2019 The Poetry of Art Night has come. The day is done. Today was quite a day. Streets were filled with travelers Who traveled on their way From here to there and back again. They kept a rapid pace. I watched as they swerved and moved. It was a kind of race. They all were going somewhere Their face I could not see. They all were on a journey. Just like you and me. The Foothill Freeway 36"x 36”" Oil on Canvas ©Bjlane The backstory: Nighttime traffic can be challenging in

9/12/2019 The Poetry of Art Deep blue sky. Glowing lights The city comes alive. Out on the Town 36"x 36”" Oil on Canvas ©Bjlane The backstory: The exciting, busy, intricacy of the city at night. Lights, movement, color and structure bring anticipation into the scene. Where are the travelers going? Where have they been? What lay ahead is unknown, yet the thrill of the night captures the viewer. https://www.bjlaneartgallery.com Fine Art, Originals, Artist Prints And Gifts Gift

9/11/19 The Poetry of Art United. Together. Community. Freedom. Choices. Voices. Independence. Gratitude. Title: “American Hero” Oil on canvas 24”x36” ©Bjlane https://www.bjlaneartgallery.com The backstory: Today I give heartfelt thanks for all our American Heroes. It is you who protect and serve. In honor of your lifetime of service I created this these two portraits of hook and ladder trucks which symbolize the decades of your dedication and bravery which is unselfishly off

9/10/2019 The Poetry of Art Can you catch him? There he goes. Shining colors. Brilliant red. Ed’s 57. A slice of heaven. The Great Escape Study 9"x 11”" Ipad painting ©Bjlane The backstory: Yesterday’s post featured a painting “The Great Escape”, which highlighted a red 57 Chevy driving down the streets of Eagle Rock, California. It was created in my traditional medium—oil on canvas. Today’s painting “The Great Escape Study” was created afterwards, on an iPad with the use of

#dailygratitude - The Art 9/9/2019 The Poetry of Art A busy world. Traveling. Commuting. Traffic. The Artist’s life. Line. Color. Perspective. The Great Escape 30"x40" Oil on Canvas ©Bjlane The backstory: How challenging it is—a daily commute in the big city! A busy intersection ahead, the Fed X truck approaches, and the driver is left to his own wit and instincts to find the best escape route out of town. No time to wash the car at the local carwash, let alone see the beauty

9/8/2019 The Poetry of Art Just for you, here is some Art, On this special day. Open up your eyes and heart And let the music play. https://www.bjlaneartgallery.com/gallery ©Bjlane Fine Art, Originals, Artist Prints And Gifts Gift store: https://bj-lane.pixels.com Commissions Available #ipadart #everydaypoetry #originalart #mixedmedium #pleinair #floral #fineart #decor #originalart #gratitude #portraits #artcommissions #gifts #paintings #artist #decor #digitalart #betterevery

9/7/2019 The Poetry of Art Roses are red. Violets are blue. City is beautiful. In brilliant hue. ©Bjlane Fine Art, Originals, Artist Prints And Gifts Interested in having a Painting or Sculpure created just for you? Message me for details. Gift store: https://bj-lane.pixels.com #ipadart #everydaypoetry #originalart #mixedmedium #pleinair #floral #fineart #decor #originalart #gratitude #portraits #artcommissions #gifts #paintings #artist #decor #digitalart #bettereveryday #rfp

9/6/2019 The Poetry of Art: To the west there’s a place Where sky’s are brightest hue. The sky begins to darken there, And clouds turn a dark blue. I know you traveled down this road, But did you really see ... This lovely moment in your life? Right now. For you. For me. @Highway to the Sky”-Metro Collections Oil on canvas 36”x 36”” ©Bjlane THE BACKSTORY: Sometimes the crowded freeway makes for a difficult ride—especially when you are in a rush, have a time limit, or just pla

9/5/2019 “Cruisin’ the Runway” - Classic Car Collections Oil on canvas 12”x12” ©Bjlane Www.bjlane.com ORIGINAL FOR SALE Limited Edition Signed Prints & Postcards Contact me directly Bjartworks@mac.com 760-728-1506 POETRY OF ART Hot summer. Lazy days. Warm nights. Just cruisin’. With my friends. Down Memory Lane. ——————- The backstory: Do you recognize this car? If you take a look at one of my painting’s in “Metropolitan Experience“ https://bj-lane.pixels.com/featured/lady-in-

9/4/2019 The Poetry of Art: Cruising down the avenue. Streets filled with orange and blue. Heads turning, lights flashing Friday night. People gathering. Let’s take a ride, you and I. Cruising under moonlit sky. “Classic Nites” - Metro Collections Oil on canvas 36”x 36”” ©Bjlane THE BACKSTORY: Weekend memories in the city are fun to capture. The hubbub of night visitors calls out, “paint me”. Classic cars and fancy automobiles show off their bling. Wait...what’s that? A Plymo

9/3/2019 The Poetry of Art: The lady stands. The brick wall glows with sunshine. She is the building. Beauty. The lady sits. Spot of orange upon the road. She is the classic. Graceful. The lady walks. Passing orange across pavement. She is the woman. Lovely. The world stands still. To watch three ladies in orange. They are the women. Exquisite. “LADY IN ORANGE” - Metro Collections Oil on canvas 37”x55” ©Bjlane THE BACKSTORY: I love to observe the glow of sunlight bouncing off

9/2/2019 The Poetry of Art: Behind every cloud There is a silver lining. “SILVER LINING” - Metro Collections Oil on canvas 37”x55” ©Bjlane THE BACKSTORY: I can’t decide which is more compelling to paint—architecture or classic cars. Both have their unique history, both have beautiful shape and geometry, and both have an array of extraordinary hues. However, what I have discovered is Architecture and classic cars combined together offer me a perfect compromise. This art piece

August 1, 2019 The Poetry of Art: My story’s here. My story true. I love the colors. Yellow, red, and blue. ©Bjlane Www.bjlane.com The backstory: After graduating early from high school, my parents promised me they would paint my first car. Instead, I asked for my dad to buy me automotive paint and brushes. It wasn’t long till my two toned volts wagon beetle turned into a piece of artwork. But it didn’t stop there. At 19 I signed up for an automotive college class, where I st

8/30/2019 Today I’m grateful for the ride. Wherever it may go. “Mostly Sunny” - Metro Collections Oil on canvas 36x54” ©Bjlane View the original in The Sasse Art Museum’s Permanent Collection Order your Artist Prints and Gifts here: https://bj-lane.pixels.com/featured/mostly-sunny-bj-lane.html The backstory: The commuters seem unaware of the beautiful scene as they drive on to their urban destination. The weatherman has his own prediction for this day mostly sunny with a chan

8/29/2019 Come with me, If you dare, On a special trip. I hope you will Step aboard. Do you need a lift? Come with me. Let’s share a ride. Down the city streets I promise you. You won’t regret. The sights they are so sweet. The backstory: For the next couple weeks I’m sharing a series of paintings about city life—Buildings, freeways, and city streets filled with the people, cars and bustling life. This series is dear to my heart because it helps remind me that life is full of

8/28/2019 My studio, It called to me. “Today have fun and play!” “I’ve got a lot Of tools and toys For you to work today.” “I’ve got a brush. I’ve got some paint I’ve got some wax and clay.” The sun came up. The sun went down. I played and played all day. The backstory: Sometimes being stuck between 4 walls just doesn’t feel “right”. A chance to be out on the open air, breathing in the beautiful world around me, makes for a boost of energy and creativity. Whether it’s near th

8/27/2019 Long ago I saw the world. Though I was just a child. A picture painted All by hand. Though she was just a child. She showed me true My destiny. Though I was just a child. Her art did shine. Her heart did glow. Though she was just a child. I knew right then To paint and draw. Though I was just a child. My gift to you. Check out Bjlane Art Collections. Find something you love, or order a personal commission. I’m here for you. Bjlane Art Gallery https://www.bjlaneartga

8/26/2019 You are the one I’m thankful for. You love the Art. You I adore. You know the reason To keep Art near. You can’t forget. You hold it dear. Love Cars And Trucks? Buy an Original or ... Artist Prints and Gifts https://bj-lane.pixels.com/collections/love+cars+trucks+and+bikes The backstory: Thank you, my friend for enjoying this special collection in my gallery. It was you who stopped to look. It was you who connected with each piece. It is you who graciously took my g

8/25/2019 “54 Sunset” - Classic Car Collections 1954 Chevy Oil on canvas 24”x 24” ©Bjlane Www.bjlane.com ORIGINAL FOR SALE - Contact me directly Bjartworks@mac.com 760-728-1506 Artist Prints and Gifts https://bj-lane.pixels.com/featured/54-sunset-bj-lane.html POETRY OF ART As sun vanishes From the western sky Colors remain If only for a moment Reflecting spectrum hue Upon earthly life. ——————- The backstory: I love where I live, here in Southern California. Close to the coast