stories
you are the inspiration
louise and joy (flume)
lit with projections of red martini glasses
exclusive fresh air
immediate farmyard
toward the tree line
latched on with heart
play ballad stations
get woozy on wild futures
retreat harder into cocoon
rightful glory
wanderlust
a painting
bright yellow farm shutters
and long-lashed cows
our farm and our father
rest in white oak
dawn
porcelain medieval farmers
rest, listen, read
plan
keep the mood calm
one hand pressed into heart
pray
keep the line of communication open
a wind straight from Oz
spin into a different dimension
make whole again
believing god assigned each of us a task
katerina and stop the world for a while (serhat)
Monica’s work is absolutely inspiring
The movement, the colors and textures Is what makes her art so significant.
Monica is one of a kind that’s why her work is so unique.
My painting traveled all the way to Greece and all the Med colors are a part of me ..like walking every day on the beach barefoot
«A piece of peace» as it touched my psyche so deeply.
Thank you
the gowers and exodus (bob marley)
Before knowing anything about this piece, we were instantly drawn to it; attracted to the colors and movement. When we found out that it was inspired by Bob Marley’s “Exodus” and read the lyrics: We know where we’re going, we know where were from, Move, Move, Move!, we realized this has to be ours. We are going through several big changes in our lives and embracing it all, growing from it all, as week keep moving forward. We love walking by your beautiful painting, it puts a smile on our faces every morning and every time we pass by it throughout the day. The best part is that it was painted by YOU, who is so dear to our family. Thank you a million times over. We love you and your work very much!
ron and underwater love (by smoke city)
“After the rain came the sun and after the sun came rain again“
This quote speaks volumes to my heart and soul. I’ve learned so much from the most kind and supportive individuals in my life . Through her artwork Monica has truly captured the essence of my journey. The sun is shining the rain is gone but when the rain comes back I’ll always know that there’ll be sun again!
maria f. and time (blood orange)
Thank you so much for the meaningful artwork that is hung in the heart of our home.
I’ve thought about the words behind this painting and this is my conclusion:
Ultimately the heart is a part of the human body to provide oxygen and pump blood through your system for survival.
So why is it that the heart has become the symbol of “love”
Simply because love is what strives us to live and fight for all that surrounds us :
Your true love’s hand that holds yours
A kiss goodnight from your child that loves you unconditionally
A Mother’s look that she would do anything to protect you
A fathers smile in the hardest times hoping that you will smile back
An embrace from a freind with understanding
So it’s not just a symbol, it is a moment in “time” that creates the power of the heart ❤️
nina and que calor (supermerka 2 song)
Every time I look at our new painting from you I feel happy and peaceful. Thank you so much for your gift to us.
We really love it.
titles of the three paintings in Dan’s home:
“Living” “Unpredictable” “Truth”
with these lyrics written on the back of each canvas:
“glad you’re alive”
“for what it’s worth, it was worth it all the while”
“the truth is stranger than all my dreams”
ellen and when we dance (sting)
This beautiful piece of art will be the centerpiece of my home as I start this new chapter of my life. Hope, feminism, independence, strength, and eventually, love with someone who loves me “more than life....night and day...who will try in every way.” “Angels will run and hide their wings.”
The figures in it are liberated, free, and optimistic.
Thank you, Monica, it’s perfect and I love it!
lora & gary and best day
This painting was inspired by the song Thank You by Dido. It was the song that my husband and I listen to when we first met and life can get crazy but we’re always grateful and thankful for all that we have. So having this beautiful painting with that reminder on a daily basis (not just he and I reach other it’s also our family) makes this room complete
gabby and hello again (dave matthews band)
Hello Again
so how have you been
When I was younger, when asked about my favorite color, I would reply emphatically, “It is red.” One recent moment, seemingly out of nowhere and passing over me in a flash, I knew that was not true. “Hello again,” it had always been green.
Hello green April-spring, animal birth. Hello beginnings at the end of ends. Hello old friends, always new, dearest Monica.
the johnsons and simplicity
(as inspired by Chopin’s Nocturne No.2)
Bob and I are thrilled with our new piece of art. Monica did a fabulous job and did what I was looking for. I can’t walk away from it. We hope to work with her again.
tina hanging with the raisin girls (tori amos)
not really happening?
you bet your life it is
I put my keys in the door
to: my new life
my sweet home
my big sky
my fierce ocean
my beautiful painting
how did you know
my brilliant friend?
my ginger
I will always
choose my raisin girls
my outside insiders
thank you
maria r. and time (chris cornell)
Time is a Mage casting spells on our hearts. There is no reality in the minutes we count, only the illusion that time will run out...”Before We Disappear” is sort of a theme song because it brings to mind so many recalled minutes we’ve called memories.Thank you Muttonchops my Ginger, this painting fills more than a place on my wall, it fills our hearts.
Gerard and I will cherish this piece for as long as the thing called “time” will allow.
Chris said it best when he sang
~I know it feels like we will live forever
But I fear
That time will hide the years, like we were never here....William 💔
jessica and together
if i should die this very day
(very, very day)
don’t cry, 'cause on earth we weren't meant to stay
(oh no, no, no)
and no matter what the people say
(it really don't matter)
i’ll be waiting for you after the judgment day
'cause your love (love) is my love
and my love is your love
(your love)
it would take an eternity to break us
-whitney Houston
donation to Marfan Foundation's Heartworks Gala in honor of the life of Matthew Lederman