Artist Comment: “Black Out” was done entirely by candle light. A strong thunderstorm, a sudden lightening bolt hit nearby, and the lights went out. I light a candle, went to the sink, turned on the water, but only a trickle came out. Immediately, it inspired me to paint the painting “Black Out”. Inconvenience, without electricity for some hours, or days, entered my mind. I clearly could relate to the hardship of people with no electricity for weeks, or even months. This painting was done with a heavy heart, but also with great joy.