The Parish Church of my Family
Feb 10, 2013 00:11:27 #
My ancestors taught school to the indians at the San Juan Bautista Mission, well before California became a State in 1850. This Mission holds a special place in my heart, as many of my ancestors were baptized, married, and buried here.
I have attended mass here many times.
Because of the special meaning that this Mission has for me, I wanted to create a special piece of art that expresses what my mind's eye and heart sees, although not real to others, my artistic vision attempts to add emotion, through certain symbolic additions, changes and beautifications.
Since many UHH members have never had the chance to actually visit and see this Mission, I have also included in the second image the actual piece of film from which my final art piece evolved.
As an additional historical side note, much of the movie "Vertigo", with Jimmy Stewart and Kim Novack was filmed at this Mission. The bell tower featured in the movie was not original to the Mission, and sometime after the movie was made, an earthquake eliminated the bell tower, which was never replaced mainly because it was never part of the original Mission.
I have attended mass here many times.
Because of the special meaning that this Mission has for me, I wanted to create a special piece of art that expresses what my mind's eye and heart sees, although not real to others, my artistic vision attempts to add emotion, through certain symbolic additions, changes and beautifications.
Since many UHH members have never had the chance to actually visit and see this Mission, I have also included in the second image the actual piece of film from which my final art piece evolved.
As an additional historical side note, much of the movie "Vertigo", with Jimmy Stewart and Kim Novack was filmed at this Mission. The bell tower featured in the movie was not original to the Mission, and sometime after the movie was made, an earthquake eliminated the bell tower, which was never replaced mainly because it was never part of the original Mission.
Artistic Vision
Actual Film
Feb 10, 2013 10:46:23 #
Feb 11, 2013 00:12:22 #
Feb 11, 2013 00:22:22 #
vicksart wrote:
I love both.
Well I certainly thank you for your comment. Maybe I need to be more specific. . .the original image has a lovely oil stained asphalt parking area, while my more artistic vision has a much more pleasing reflecting pool.
Feb 12, 2013 12:20:34 #
I love your artistic portrayal of the Mission. and having your family history that is attached gives more meaning to the structure. Very nicely done. Sorry I'm late to the party, I don't always get the daily Hog for some reason and have to search frequently.
Feb 12, 2013 14:43:12 #
carlysue wrote:
I love your artistic portrayal of the Mission. and having your family history that is attached gives more meaning to the structure. Very nicely done. Sorry I'm late to the party, I don't always get the daily Hog for some reason and have to search frequently.
Once again, I offer my sincere thanks for your most kind comments. Maybe it is time to add another from this series?
Feb 12, 2013 18:05:18 #
mooseeyes wrote:
Once again, I offer my sincere thanks for your most kind comments. Maybe it is time to add another from this series?
carlysue wrote:
I love your artistic portrayal of the Mission. and having your family history that is attached gives more meaning to the structure. Very nicely done. Sorry I'm late to the party, I don't always get the daily Hog for some reason and have to search frequently.
Once again, I offer my sincere thanks for your most kind comments. Maybe it is time to add another from this series?
Absolutely!
Feb 13, 2013 18:12:49 #
Karl P
Loc: Leigh NW UK
Hi
I think your mind and hearts' eye has done the mission proud work.
Looking at the original - what a fabulous place to worship
Thanks for sharing the history of the mission it makes the pictures even more outstanding (as if they weren't before!!!!!)
Like both
Best wishes
Karl
I think your mind and hearts' eye has done the mission proud work.
Looking at the original - what a fabulous place to worship
Thanks for sharing the history of the mission it makes the pictures even more outstanding (as if they weren't before!!!!!)
Like both
Best wishes
Karl
Feb 14, 2013 07:36:44 #
Karl P wrote:
Hi
I think your mind and hearts' eye has done the mission proud work.
Looking at the original - what a fabulous place to worship
Thanks for sharing the history of the mission it makes the pictures even more outstanding (as if they weren't before!!!!!)
Like both
Thank you.
Best wishes
Karl
I think your mind and hearts' eye has done the mission proud work.
Looking at the original - what a fabulous place to worship
Thanks for sharing the history of the mission it makes the pictures even more outstanding (as if they weren't before!!!!!)
Like both
Thank you.
Best wishes
Karl
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