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Arts On Main

October 9, 2024
Last used Oct. 9/24

Last week, I shared that I entered the Arts On Main Contest
and. . .

I WON

– BEST IN SHOW! –

Arts on Main is a visual arts contest hosted by the South Simcoe Arts Council since 2004. Partnering with local businesses to bring art to the main streets of Tecumseh.
We, the local artists are judged by professionals for a chance to win cash prizes.

The theme this year was

CONNECTION

and
I wrote this about my painting. . .

Lazy Summer Days

“When I think of connection, it’s about finding our place within the world around us. In this painting, I wanted to capture a moment of stillness—a busy chipmunk, who, despite the demands of gathering for winter or caring for young, takes a moment to pause. It’s a reminder that even in the hustle, there’s a need to reconnect with the natural world, to rejuvenate. For me, observing nature in its raw, unfiltered state brings immense peace and fulfillment—a profound connection to the origins we all share.”

Thank You So Much
to the South Simcoe Arts Council, the judges and all the participants 

It’s been such an honour!
~ Patrice  

@ Patrice Clarkson – 2024

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What I Am

October 8, 2024
What I Am ~ Illustration by Patrice

Nobody can be
what I am
nor
can I be
what they are. 
~ Patrice  

@ Patrice Clarkson – 2024

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Away

October 7, 2024
Away ~ Photo by Patrice

I cannot
understand
where the sadness
came from
and
where it hides away.

To
creep out, to consume
when happiness
fades
goes away. 
~ Patrice  

@ Patrice Clarkson – 2024

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Strength

October 4, 2024

Patrice Clarkson’s Blog

Strength ~ Photo by Patrice

Strength isn’t in power 
it lives and breathes 
in the heart
the head 
moving the rest with ease. 
~ Patrice  

@ Patrice Clarkson – 2020

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On Our Own

October 3, 2024
On Our Own ~ Photo by Patrice

No more can I be
that one
you need me
to be

I must move on
I must
take care of me

You are on your path
your direction plotted
going
forward on your own 

I’ll see you
I’ll think of you
once more

As we travel
our separate roads
travelling, travelling
on
our own. 
~ Patrice  

@ Patrice Clarkson – 2024

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South Simcoe Arts On Main – 2024

October 2, 2024
South Simcoe Arts On Main - 2024 ~ Art by Patrice

I participated in
the 

ARTS ON MAIN 

– Courtesy of the South Simcoe Arts Council – 

A  FANTASTIC show! 

Folks have had the opportunity to walk the streets of the towns of Alliston and Tottenham check out all the fabulous art in participating store front windows 

The Awards for the Art will be announced on October 3rd
at the end of Show 

This is where I would like to ask you for your assistance 

. . .

They are having a 

People’s Choice Award 

and
I’m asking you please to go to the link below 

‘Like’ 

my Catching A Few Rays Painting 

on
the South Simcoe Arts Council’s Facebook page. 

Here’s the long link. . . 

www.facebook.com/SSACArts4All/posts/pfbid06EVbDCoDMj3cQb8amGpsk8YH4HnjBHBcP3ZVkLpqLLXu3RtzAuu9p5KF4XvFmX4Sl. 

Enjoy the Show online! 
or 
If you’re in the area, take a walk on Victoria Street Alliston
Queen St. and Mill St. in Tottenham 
and
Enjoy the Art in person! 
~ Patrice

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Hurt, Feeling Alone

October 1, 2024
Hurt, Feeling Alone ~ Illustration by Patrice

Hurt, feeling alone
struggling to be me
to master
the method, the way
to
happiness
all that I need. 

Not to hurt
not to struggle
but
be happy, carefree. 

If only for today
that 
I would like 
that
I’d love to be. 
~ Patrice  

@ Patrice Clarkson – 2024

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Feeling The Sorrow

September 30, 2024
Feeling The Sorrow ~ Photo by Patrice

Feeling the sorrow
wash 
pour over me

The anger, the magnitude
of
travesty 

Knowing nowhere to go
nowhere safe
to be

Feeling feelings so deep
deep 
inside of me.
~ Patrice  

@ Patrice Clarkson – 2024

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I Have Heard Your Voice

September 27, 2024

Patrice Clarkson’s Blog

I Have Heard Your Voice ~ Photo by Wanda

I have heard your voice 
Felt your gentle soul 
Know your touch is 
What I feel 
When soft breezes blow. 

I don’t need to see you 
For I know you’re near 
Holding me close forever 
Forever, my sweet love 
My sweet dear. 
~ Patrice  

@ Patrice Clarkson – 2020

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Perfect

September 26, 2024
Perfect ~ Photo by Patrice ~ 2023 BMFA Photo Show Entry

No one is
Perfect
Even thou some think
They are. 
~ Patrice  

@ Patrice Clarkson – 2024