I was caught by the line, "A Fox knows much..." 1640 by George Herbert. He wrote a large collection of Proverbs and much can be read into them. Here is a list of them. This fellow thought about things.
And also John Heywood, with his proverb, "None so deaf..." 1546. He wrote many you will recognize here.
Proverbs (or sayings) are Clever, sometimes Amusing, always Thought provoking... it makes you realize there are a lot of minds out there that put 2 and 2 together, write it down and let others in on it.
Proverbs entertain us, warn us and try to make us wiser.... in a gentle sort of way.
...approx. 5½ " x 8½" in my sketchbook. Fine pen and watercolor
at Desideratum Art and Jewelry Studio, St. Martins, NB.
For a moment I thought I could read: "Abdul in a China shop".
ReplyDeleteGuillaume, Probably most of my letters could be interpreted in more ways than one.
ReplyDeleteIt's like a flowerbed of words... proverbs. Love it.
ReplyDeleteVERY FUN, Gwen. I love the swirls of lettering and colors. I didn't know about these Herbert Proverbs. I've been reading a lot of sustaining reading recently--needing a lift. I’m needing to take an extended digital sabbatical due to health reasons. But I hope to be around when I can. :o) Happy Days ((HUGS))
ReplyDeleteSteven, such a beautiful way to look at it. thank you!
ReplyDeleteTracy, good health is our greatest possession. take care of yours.. we will be here waiting for you when you feel better. *hugs*
Here is one of Bob T. Bear esq.'s favourites...
ReplyDeleteThe early bird gets the worm, but, the second mouse gets the cheese....
haha, Bob T.Bear esg. has a great sense of humour!!! I like that! and so true..
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely way to further memorialize proverbs...your work is enchanting.
ReplyDeleteThank you Carol, I think it's so interesting that ideas written 500 years ago are still pertinent today and they're hard to improve upon.
ReplyDeleteI've always avoided doing lettering because I feel it has to be perfect and proportional and all that. But seeing how you've had so much fun with lettering is wonderful. And proverbs are a great way to give it a go I guess :)
ReplyDeletePriya, I am not one that likes following too many rules... Playing and experimenting is what attracts me.
ReplyDeleteWonderful sketches - I could spend a whole day sitting outside, looking at the ocean and going through your sketchbooks - maybe a whole week, heck maybe just move in with you!
ReplyDeleteOoops I got carried away - but i so love your place.
Nice post! Thanks & Welcome for your comment and visit to my blog.
ReplyDeleteHave a nice day! Merci.
Sandy, You're sweet... I have an extra room !!!
ReplyDeleteHi Cath, Thank you so much!
Hello Gwen,
ReplyDeleteit is me, Olivier Klastat aka Dawn Jones. How and where are you? Greetings from Germany :-)
I remember the day I read the following quote. It was several years ago but it was a saying that took root in my brain. It said, "It is impossible for anyone to learn what they think they already know" by Epictetus. It is so very true.
ReplyDeleteSandy, I like that one and I so agree too. Thank you.
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