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"There are no goodbyes for us. Wherever you are, you will always be in my heart." — Mahatma Gandhi
And this bright eyed little girl who grew up and became the mother of myself (Patrick), Kerry, Pamela, Michael, and Marty has returned home across the River of Dreams. I love you mom, but no goodbyes…just an aching smile and some tears, until we meet again….

Only a week away! Take a little break from the hard edges of reality and immerse yourself for awhile into the fantastical world of art. You'll find me throughout the summer (July and August) in booth #75. See you there!

It doesn't matter who you are, where you come from. The ability to triumph begins with you. Always. --Oprah Winfrey

I want to wish a very happy and triumphant New Year 2024 to all of my friends and family near and far. God bless everyone!

This image is available with the same mats and frame in various sizes at https://patrick-whelan.pixels.com/featured/triumph-patrick-whelan.html?product=framed-print

"I heard the bells on Christmas Day / Their old familiar carols play / And wild and sweet, the words repeat / Of peace on earth, good-will to men." – Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

I want to wish a very Happy, Merry Christmas to all of my friends and family on Facebook and wherever they may be this holiday season! Love to all....

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It is a rough road that leads to the heights of greatness.
--Lucius Annaeus Seneca

"Journey to the Center of the Earth" This original oil by Patrick Whelan which was commissioned as cover art by Dove Audio in 1997 is now part of the private collection of ardent classic illustration art collector Rob McCreary.

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Walk with the dreamers, the believers, the courageous, the cheerful, the planners, the doers, the successful people with their heads in the clouds and their feet on the ground. Let their spirit ignite a fire within you to leave this world better than when you found it.
--Wilferd Peterson

Wishing everyone a brilliant and beautiful 2023!
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And from the dark there came a light.
And from the light was birthed a color.
And the color breathed in the morning mist and became a song.
And the song danced and echoed amongst the rhythm of a thousand beating wings.
And the face of infinite colors, which was the newborn day, opened its eyes and smiled.

Introducing "Windsong" Original oil painting by Patrick Whelan. See it now in person at the Festival of Arts in Laguna Beach.

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Be sure to stop by and check out the new art. I look forward to seeing everyone there!

HAPPY NEW YEAR! Wishing everyone a joyful and fulfilling adventure in 2022. May all of your best dreams come true.
Image: "Mist in the Vale" original oil by Patrick Whelan
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All the windows of my heart I open to the day.
--John Greenleaf Whittier
"One Plus One Equals One" Original Oil Painting by Patrick Whelan
Commissioned by Tommy Byrne and Avian of Santa Barbara

https://patrick-whelan.pixels.com/featured/one-plus-one-equals-one-patrick-whelan.html

"Children see magic because they look for it."
--Christopher Moore

One more week until the Festival opening! Let the magic begin!
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