Sunday, January 31, 2016

Thinking Ahead


Thinking Ahead
6x12"
Mixed Media on Board
Painting #193 - This painting depicts an adolescent who has begun to develop better decision-making skills. Synaptic pruning and myelination are taking place and the pre-frontal cortex of the brain is becoming better organized. Information is now flowing quicker and across longer distances.

Protection


Protection
10x20"
Mixed Media on Board
Painting #192 - This painting depicts a group of adolescents who are being supervised by adults. Brain research shows that adolescents exercise poorer judgment when they are in groups than when they are alone. Consequently, consistent adult supervision will help protect adolescents from themselves.

Pursuit of Pleasure


Pursuit of Pleasure
6x12"
Mixed Media on Board
Painting #191 - This painting depicts an adolescent in pursuit of excitement. During adolescence the limbic system of the brain is easily aroused. These hormonal changes cause young people to seek out sensational and intense experiences.

Sunday, January 10, 2016

Strutting My Stuff


Strutting My Stuff
12x24"
Mixed Media on Board
Painting #190 - Adolescents can shift moods rapidly. One moment they are happy and the next they are distressed. Likewise, one second they're feeling confident and the next they're worried. This painting depicts the swagger that can accompany a moment of self-confidence.