Friday, December 10, 2010

Guardian


Inspired by Jules Bastien-Lepage's Le Pere Jacques

A guardian, aged with wisdom,
Burdened by responsibility, the weight of the world,
Touched by shadow,
Holding back the darkness
From reaching the carefree child.
A girl wearing Hope's colors,
Shining in autumn's last golden breath,
Touched only by sunlight and
Her guardian's watchful eye.

2 comments:

  1. Mrs. Reagles this piece was stunning. It described the guardian and the little girl perfectly. I have nothing bad to say about this piece. Great job.

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  2. I like the idea of the guardian. I've seen this painting so many times, and yet you brought something new to it for me. Thank you.

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