"Women of Strength" Series 2015
This work captures the essence of women of grace, beauty, spirituality. . . the God and Goddess element of themselves." Patricia P.
"What a beautiful series, Bernard. There's a lot of love here. It's super special to combine the personal stories with straight -up visual art, as it were. It's kind of beyond my capacity to express what is so special here. It's just wonderful. Thanks for this." Chris D.
"I was so moved y the beauty of these women. Their strength shines through so clearly. Thank you for sharing your extraordinary skill with us." Eric S.
"An awesome exhibition of perception, depth, heart, and God in all the details. God bless your gift, Bernard Thank you for keeping beauty in sight." Sharon W. M.
"Inspiring, empowering! Your work embodies the strength, courage and love these women exude! A pleasure to view, thank you for sharing!" Bess W.
"All the passion for your craft and cause really shine through. I'm so happy to share in this event." Zeke W.
"Vibrant, spiritual, joyful, exuberant!" Herve W.
"Thank you for letting us know the beautiful background stories to your paintings." Louise A. S.
"Wow! I loved how you captured the energy, the spirit of these women. May you be blessed in all your good endeavors!" Lindel
"Your talk was extremely moving and inspiring. . . much the same as your work! Thank you for sharing your beautiful gifts. Dori C.
"Luscious, powerful, spirit singing images! Loved your stories about the journey of them coming to life. Thank you!" Craig B.
"Thank you for sharing the loving, vibrant energy and spirit of these women through your art." Amala L.
"Thank you for your loving insight into my soul. You did a beautiful expression of me." Tobica C. W.
"As I sit writing thoughts that came to me I find myself looking to the hills and I hear the words "Let It Be!" and I continue to write words that, I hope, will help others to look to the hills and find the God-within, who inspires and frees one to be all He means them to be. And, as Rev Ike has said, "It's not over until it's over - finished!" Rev. Mary W. McC.
"The Energy Series" - from "Paintings from the Balcony" 2014
"Your paintings give me a wonderful, satisfied feeling. They are handsome, stable and substantial." Jean A.
"It's beautiful. It's edging towards Picasso, Miro, Noguchi. . . but then going somewhere else, it's own place. The text is wonderful also. It's a privilege to know the though behind the work. It adds to it." Chris D.
"Calming, peaceful and full of life. " S. Canto
"Again you show an inspired sense of color and movement. Such lovely works! Thank you." Betsy R.
"The Painted Psalms" 2013
"Thank you for these beautiful images, meditations. I love Psalm 150 . . . and I think I see (hear?) the silence in some of them (first image in Psalm 23) . The message of faith in a higher power's plan for us is poignant for me, and I feel it. The testament of the centenarian residents to this - serene acceptance helps me have faith." Chris D.
"What a wonderful exhibit that speaks to me and brings delight to my spirit." Ivan H.
"the power of God can be felt strongly in and through them. Looking at them, taking in the colors, forms, themes, was a very spiritual experience for me. Grateful! Jean W.
"Your work is beautiful and full of a sense of precision, with a feeling of the order of the universe." Adreata S.
"Some of the pages particularly in the sketchbook emit powerful energy. You seem to have transcended the purely visual! Would love to see this as a published book." Maggie H.
You must allow the people of the world to see your work! it is such a true understanding that shines through. Please find a way to publish the 23rd psalm in particular, as a book and your large ones as posters. Keep letting the light shine through you. The old world needs these images, colors, shapes and words. Sally C.
"Pendle Hill Meditation Series" 2012
"Your portraits are a ministry of healing to me." Steve T.
"Thank you for your picture of me. it pleases me to see how others see me. . . thank you for sharing the drawing of your sister. My heart stopped; the tears flowed, my heart softened. . . and it will forever soften for having seen it." Judy B.
"Thank you for bringing your creative energy to the Pendle Hill Studio and for the ways in which you engaged the community in your work." Carol S.
"Thank you for the shared conversation and exploration and worship. It was wonderful, and by that I mean stimulating and consoling at once - to be in that liminal space with you." Mary Comfort P.
"Listen, Look and Be" - Isabella Series 2010 - 11
"These images are breathtaking. You have managed to convey the strength that our seniors possess on a two dimensional level. My grandmother was my rock when she was with me and I let her know. Thank you for letting us share these individuals with their families and you." Karen G.
"I love how you honored the lives of the people you met." Gerri L.
"From the flowing marks of your drawings to the throughout modeling in your paintings, it s a joy to see your work." Maglena Z.
"So beautiful and soulful, and to those who have moved on, their spirit lives in your work." Thomas P.
"Each portrait is a window to a whole world of feelings, experiences knowledge and emotions." Manuela Z.
"Every time I see the portrait of Deborah Rosenberg, I smile and I feel calm and hopeful. She radiates a sense of life well spent." Pam S.