Mansilla
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April Mansilla
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Nelson Mansilla
Australia
21 creative works found
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calligraphy ink and pastel
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Crossing The River Across The Styx, the Boatman Conveys me, / though aspects will be Missed, gladly I leave this World behind. / My Pennies are Paid, so along the Shores I shall not Wander. / In Despair I behold all who’s Eyes remain ungilded, / That upon these Banks, a Century they will stroll, / In solitude they wail, for each other they fail to perceive. / Masks without expression, Cover faces indistinct. / Farewell Acheron, from thy waters I refuse to Drink, / lest I immerse myself in pity and disembark unto Woe, / thus becoming food for lost souls and fiendish fish. / A feast awaits me, in the Chair of Honour I shall sit, / Loving reunion, Aid me to forget this loathsome journey. / Anon the River will be travelled and Distant from my Mind, / Alas I have no lips with which to converse, that I may temper / this Silent Stream. words by Max Gatrell
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from the portraits of hope series
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from the portraits of hope gouache pastel ink pencil and scratching
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from the portraits of hope gouache pastel ink pencil and scratching
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from the portraits of hope gouache pastel ink pencil and scratching
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from the portraits of hope gouache pastel ink pencil and scratching
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from the portraits of hope gouache pastel ink pencil and scratching
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This is a photo I took today(my much ..much better half suggested it) / These are some of my rejection letters I have got …most I thew out ..but now I save them …they go from one end of my studio to the other …as a way off telling me to never give up …in anyway ….that with all that has happened in my life I will never ..ever be defeat.
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December
by April MansillaDecember I step out into the bitter air, just to feel something, anything. My bare feet sink in the snow like quick sand, evenly I si…
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Love
by April MansillaI write down a lot events …things people say ….I do this as a way of never forgetting ….never giving up and also to remember how mu…
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Hot-T
by Gregoryno6Inspired by something April Mansilla said to me.
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DD-T
by Gregoryno6Inspired by something I said about April Mansilla – although I fancy it wouldn’t be appropriate for her alone. Not around here… / Please note, ladies, it’s on black… did I get it right this time?
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just waiting for the ink to dry …then she is getting colour….I have Van Goghs Starry night as inspiration for this :)
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I was inspired by Starry night ….the first painting that I felt …not just loved …when I saw it …I felt i could understand it …and i scribbled these lines down as i painted As she dreams And I will be the one to steal the nightmares away / As you dream / I will ravenously ….glutinously eat at all the spoiled memories and chaos / Remembered and forgotten / I will eat with the appetite of a million hungry men / Until my stomach / And heart aches / Like yours has all these years / As you dream love / And I will kiss you / No not like the others / I will place my mouth over yours / And breathe in the ugly heaviness / Your lunatic laugh / Your screams of agony / Mercy ! / mercy please / They are all now mine to own / Because I adore you …and want you to dream / I will lay with you in my arms you as quiet as whisper / I as your shadow / I will take your bed of destitute and destruction / Filling my viens with your plague / Keeping me awake / Keeping me only half alive and half sane / Just for you. / To dream of what I always believed you were. / And I now own the thoughts of suicide / The padded walls covered in piss and cum / The fear of breaking / Of falling / The fear…. always fear in your eyes / Shhhhhhh now baby / We won’t ever speak of this / It is mine / You sleep with dreams love / And when you ask me / Why I never sleep / Why I am so distant / It is because / I hold this for you / This secret / That I can’t ever let you have back / We know what it did to you / I can’t see you like that anymore / I am not that cruel / That I love you so much that I would own your hate / More so than your love / So you can always dream / As I lay awake knowing / I gave you the peace you always needed / But could never ask for.
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It was then I saw you / By chance / Or fate? / Surrounded by flowers / Only half alive because the cold was coming / That look you gave / A sanctuary of love and madness in every blink / I knew in some way that I always belonged / And owned a part of you / Your eyes have always been fragrant with colour / No they can’t see it / Because it was never meant for them / The look that makes us believe / When in love / That we are so much more / Than what we have always been / Or will ever be / I remember saying to you / After a melancholy day / Why do you never buy me flowers? / And you answered / I do / I didn’t understand / So you explained / “Flowers die / There beauty for a brief moment / But in my every action / Of how much I adore you / Is how you have grown / How you survived / I created a garden / For you to dream / To live / To become / What you needed to be”. / I kiss you on the neck / The scent of smoke mixes with your skin / Your only weakness besides me / And remember the time we first met / You surrounded by flowers / that were only half alive / I couldn’t remember your name / But that you said in passing / My name means “right hand man of God” / I smiled at how humble you were about saying that / And how much weight those words now carry
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I just finished her today ..will add the writing later in my journals …but for now i am going to sit back with a coffee and just look at her..awww i think i’m in Love LOL
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Painting From Beginners Feature...
by ieneke jansenOnce again I’d like to thank Paintings From Beginners for these two features: “Nerja” !http://images-2.redbubble.net/img/art/bord…
Once again I’d like to thank Paintings From Beginners for these two features: “Nerja” and m’lady and one of my first attempts at oil pastels: thank you Miss April Mansilla for the introduction & all your helpful tips!!! “Killing My Spirit from The Inside Out” What can I say, I love the Bubble & everyone I have come across here. It is a wonderful interaction with many different types of artists & artforms. And we all have such valuable input, comments, compliments & respect for one anothers work. I appreciate being here in this open forum to display my work & seeing all of yours. Peace, Ieneke
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Breaking Down The Walls of Silence Exhibit
by ieneke jansenTHE DIFFERENT COLOURS OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE SERIES The Different Colours of Domestic Violence Series came to me as a therapeutic cle…
THE DIFFERENT COLOURS OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE SERIES The Different Colours of Domestic Violence Series came to me as a therapeutic cleansing of sorts for myself. Having come out of an abusive relationship with someone left me feeling many things but mostly empty, ashamed, fearful, guilty, powerless & alone! This is a common theme of emotions that a person feels when being violated by another. However, I did not want to paint anymore. I couldn’t. I had major “painters block” and it bothered me to no end. Then I came across a beautiful soul named April Mansilla, who is an artist – April Mansilla and uses different mediums to express herself; her work is straight from the heart. I saw her Series of Hope and asked her about it. I learned she did this all in oil pastels. I was so impressed as her depictions were not what someone would normally want to hang on their wall, as the subject matter is very sensitive. Her honesty & in revealing her true self to the world was my first inspiration for the series. I had never used oil pastels but thought I would give it my best shot. Thank you Chicka xo Art is therapy all in it’s own right, so I slowly started trying to depict the different emotions that one has to endure while in a relationship that is violent & abusive. And there are so many emotions, hence the title of the series. I wasn’t only thinking of me as this series made it’s way to fruition; I was thinking of everyone around the world, be it men/woman & children who have to face & deal with the debilitating factors that domestic violence has on one’s mind, body, heart & soul!!! I live, love, breathe & dream of art every single day. It is a passion for me that I could not live without. I will never be able to express my gratitude & abundance of love to & for my parents, who saw something in me long before I did. It was their realization that I had something ‘there.’ My Mom & Dad are the most valuable blessings I have in this life and I will be forever & eternally grateful to them for being exactly who they are. I want to thank Trevor for allowing me to vent through my art, even though sometimes at a snails pace, he was such a “rock” throughout this process as I spent long hours tucked away in my studio. He helped me with constructive critiques or if I asked him to give me his opinion, he would do so honestly. I appreciate all his wonderful notes he left for me and his awesome shock at how beautifully some of the portraits had ‘come to life’ since he had last had a peek at my progress. He always let me know how proud he was of me for showing the world something they probably did not want to look at! His encouragement truly helped me get to the finish line. He is the most kind-hearted man I have ever been fortunate to have in my life. He is a true Treasure. XO As if anyone didn’t know already how much I love my children, Angie, Andre & April…well I’m not sure how comfortable it was for them to watch me show the world this kind of artwork. However, I have always taught them to be honest, speak your mind, to respect others and be true to yourself. They do just that in their lives & I am so very proud to be their Mom but most importantly, I feel so blessed to watch them making their way through their lives with integrity, dignity, honesty, values, principles, love, kindness & respect for others! They chase their passions and do so with hard work, diligence & determination. And the only time they look down on anyone is to help them up! They are…my Angels in disguise :))) I have a few more people I would like to thank along the way. Ron Sombilon for seeing something authentic & unique in EVERYONE…this man is one of the most positive and uplifting spirits on this earth. He saw something in me and let me know. He touches so many lives every single day that I’m sure he has a few clones out there in Vancouver. I don’t know how he does what he does but as he says on his website, something that changed his life forever, a quote by Denis Waitley “Chase your passion, not your pension!” My exchanges with Ron were uplifting, fruitful, positive and full of raw energy to go get what you were put in this world to do. He can crack open anyone’s painters block, as he did mine! If you haven’t seen what he is all about yet…I suggest you go and look! He’s a powerhouse & all to help others in every walk of life! You can visit his site at Ron Sombilon Gallery Thank you Ron, even though we don’t chat very often lately, I still think of you often, your work and all the positive that can come out of doing what you love. You are walking, breathing, living proof!!! Nadia Nadia Nadia...thank you for that comment you made on “Can Anyone See This?” I had every intention of displaying these portraits in an open forum one day to raise awareness about this horrific epidemic that plagues our neighbourhoods, our friends homes & sometimes even exists our our own families. We cannot see what the victims will not allow us to see as it is usually a hidden shameful existance. My hope was that I could reach out to others so they could realize they have a voice, they do not have to stay in a relationship that is harmful and there is a light at the end of the tunnel. So I also appreciate the fact that you put me in touch with the women at the Western Ottawa Community Resource Centre, otherwise I would not be a part of this Art Exhibit. Another woman & friend of mine, who’s tireless efforts have not gone unnoticed is Michelle Johnson Major Bava. She is working on behalf of all women through her art and speaking engagements. She has dedicated her life to helping others and she is an absolutely amazing person and I am proud to know her. You can visit her site at Michelle Johnson Major Bava . Thank you Michelle :) I also want to thank all the people who commented on my portraits, the people who did not, the people who said it’s too scary to look at or I “can’t” look at those, because it means you saw them and it made you think which in turn made you aware, to some degree or another. I appreciate all the feedback, comments, likes and compliments. Thank you my fellow Bubble Buddys for all your encouragement and comments here on RB…you truly kept me going with all of your inspiring words, emails & compliments. My deepest appreciation to you all!!! :) My H.O.P.E. (Helping Open People’s Eyes & Ears) is that in portraying an ugly, sometimes brutal reality to all that they will lend a hand, an ear, a bed & a safe haven to someone in need. Yes, there is power in money, as money can move things along rather quickly. However, I honestly believe in my heart that the real power lyes within people helping people, one human being at a time! Here’s hoping this small ripple in ‘my’ water can possibly start a tidal wave!!! Peace, light, love & hope to all… God bless, / Ieneke
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