“Onward Together” by Barbara Bacon Folawn. Original painting.
We find ourselves at the beach’s water’s edge, where the waves’ whispers greet our footsteps, inviting us to explore the endless horizon stretching before us. As the sun begins its descent, painting the sky with hues of orange and pink, we take a moment to reflect on the journey that brought us to this serene Place, feeling the warmth of the sand beneath our feet and the cool breeze brushing against our skin. With every gentle ebb and flow of the tide, we are reminded of life’s rhythms and the importance of standing united as we face the challenges and joys ahead, forging deeper connections with one another and the world around us.
This ocean cliff scene painting offers a breathtaking perspective, capturing the grandeur of nature as it unfolds along the rugged coastline. The vibrant hues of the sun cast warm golds and pinks across the sky, reflecting off the waves that crash against the cliffs below. The artist skillfully depicts the textures of the rocky surface, inviting viewers to imagine the bracing sea breeze accompanying this idyllic view. This painting not only showcases the beauty of the ocean but also evokes a sense of peace and contemplation, drawing the observer into a serene moment suspended in time.
These natural formations rise dramatically from the ocean, their rugged silhouettes contrasting against the vibrant hues of the sunset sky, inviting viewers to witness the breathtaking spectacle of nature’s artistry. Each seastack tells its own unique story, shaped by the relentless forces of wind and waves over countless years, while also serving as a sanctuary for various seabirds and marine life.
Barbara Bacon Folawn is an Oregonian who champions natural resources, environmental causes, and art.
“I am a member of the Watercolor Society of Oregon, Salem Art Association, Keizer Art Association, Salem’s Artists-in-Action, and the Cannon Beach Art Association. I regularly choose to participate in selected regional and statewide art shows.
At the Keizer Art Association’s Colors of Autumn Fall Juried Show, Barbara Bacon
Folawn was awarded 1st Place.
At the Oregon State Fair, Barbara Bacon Folawn received an award for her painting “At Day’s End” in the Oregon Award division; entries were required to depict a significant Oregon landmark.
OHSU School of Medicine established an endowment for Dr.Robert Bacon, Barbara Bacon Folawn’s father. The fund supports student projects, including sophisticated lab research and the development of communication skills better to convey complex medical information to patients and their families. Bacon also became known as an environmental leader. He trained whale-watch volunteers and taught Elderhostel participants about local estuaries and rocky intertidal ecology. He helped preserve all 363 miles of the Oregon beaches for public use through the Oregon Beach Bill.
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