A Friends Reflection Photo of Me

A Friends Reflection of Anna Siqueiros
photo by John Mooney
I must say I usually do not like people taking photos of me. However I find my close friends like John, Rich, and Marla get a part of me that shows my personality. I like the fact that John included him self in the shot as well that way I am not totally alone. The composition of this photo is well done along with the color he balanced out naturally. I was really impressed with photographic skills, who knew that this man that could blow such wonderful unique delicate glass Art has many more skills and talent. Thank you John for sharing and I hope when you do have time you keep on shooting photos your a natural born photographer.

Gray "The Little Engine That Could"

Grayson Rest before 8th Brain Surgery
 Sketch by a.Siqueiros 4/20/2011

THE LITTLE ENGINE THAT COULD

 

 

as Grayson, The Little Engine That Could.

When we talk about greatness usually we think of leaders in history who have conquered territories, men who have revolutionized systems, or, individuals who have made important discoveries in science. History is full of "Great" individuals, such as Alexander The Great, Peter The Great, Cyrus The Great and Albert The Great (Albertus Magnus). But, what constitutes "Greatness"? In my humble opinion to earn "Greatness" one must be on a mission which requires strength and determination above and beyond the individual's capabilities. One such person is an eleven year old boy amongst us who is not equal to any of the historical personalities mentioned above, and yet, his achievements and dreams make him deserve the title "Great" amongst his peers. His name is Grayson.

 

Who doesn't know Grayson Arroyo-Smiley, the little boy who greets you with enthusiasm, and tries to cheer you up with words of encouragement? After enduring seven painful surgeries, chemotherapies, and various life threatening treatments Grayson has found the purpose for his sufferings: Saving other children's lives. How can an eleven year old boy, who doesn't have the vast capabilities/knowledge of scientists nor the power of the "Great" leaders, achieve such a dream? Grayson's only weapons are his passion and charisma.

 

Pediatric cancer is one of the least explored diseases among several others. Scientists' attention has mostly focused on cure for adult cancer. In order to bring awareness to childrens' sufferings Grayson's first step was to establish a charity. The Amazing Gray Fund through The Talbert Family Foundation. Then, he started spreading the news about the need for funds, and bringing much needed attention for exclusive research on pediatric cancer. He has visited his fourth grade classmates in different classrooms and explained in detail the nature of cancer. He has talked about his surgeries and about other children who go through this painful ordeal. He has brought to his peers' attention that one way to fight this terrible illness is participation. Students not only listened him but also learned the art of giving. They realized that if they strongly believe for a cause then they should support it with their pocket money rather than good wishes and sympathies. While donations came from students' hearts their love and support for Grayson increased. They didn't settle for less than what they could do. Instead, the students gave their best and in return they received the best, which was the big idea of "Together we are powerful enough to change the world."

 

One day, when newspapers announce that a cure for pediatric cancer has been found all those students who were cheering Grayson will proudly tell to their own children they were instrumental in making a difference by participating in search for cure. They will tell their children that no matter how small they are - they are as powerful as Caesar to make changes in the world. Supporting a good cause, fighting for a better life and winning the battle is power.

 

In history the title "Great" is reserved for rulers. But, "Greatness" doesn't belong exclusively to those who conquer and rule, it doesn't have size, age or class. "Greatness" may be found in our littlest ones as well, such as Grayson, The Little Engine That Could.

Transgression Into Virtue Saturday June 18, 2011

Rain Walks
photography by a. Siqueiros 2011

We all do some pretty bad things in our life, and some of us want to take responsibility for that.  When it comes to ‘repenting,’ it’s not about beating ourselves over the head. It's about transforming the transgression into a virtue. 

It’s never JUST about the 1%--about what you did. It’s about where your head is at.  It’s about what consciousness was born as a result of that action. That’s why angels are in heaven and people are down here on earth. 

If the 1% thing you did (i.e. drugs, cheating, hurting someone) was what needed to happen to finally get your head in the right place to say, “I’ve had enough of this…” then that is how the transgression becomes a virtue. 

Elevate Your Soul

Sketch Pen & ink by a. Siqueiros2011


Saturday June 11, 2011 

Reading spiritual wisdom, such as these daily emails, isn't for the sake of gaining knowledge.  It’s meant to be put to work.

When tests or moments come up for you in this world, get through them by taking what you’re learning, and throwing it into real situations so that you are able to elevate.

My Pen Dances to The Music Band the Evangenitals

Went to see the Evangenitals Wednesday night  at the Cinema Bar in Culver City, Ca What a great bar and Fantastic Music made my pen dance. It dose not happen all the time when I try to do live sketches when the band sucks I find my self not even pulling my pen out. Bands need presence, rythm and good lyrics to get my pen to dance.

SIQUEIROS LIVES ON!: Solar Flare 2011 Artist Vision comes true

SIQUEIROS LIVES ON!: Solar Flare 2011 Artist Vision comes true: "as an artist who has had visions of this occurring for the last 5 years but these visions are turning in to reality is rather scary to say..."

Solar Flare 2011 Artist Vision comes true

as an artist who has had visions of this occurring for the last 5 years but these visions are turning in to reality is rather scary to say the lest. I am afraid that this is only the beginning of flares interrupting our communication status. Imagine the world with out an electrical source to do transactions of money, or oral communication across the land or even the world. we might have to put the wars on hold for a long while and we will have to deal with respecting and appreciating the earth in which we reside from with in the Universe. We might just have to come together and unite and actually communicate once again face to face with out any devise electronically. I must admit this would drastically change the way I live my life tremendously. How do you think it would affect yours?

The clock of life is wound but once
And No Man have not to turn back the
Hands of the hands late or early Hour!
For is the time to Live,Love and toil with this will!
For you will never know when the becomes still !

poem by: Omar Khayyám

(died 1123), Persian poet, mathematician, and astronomer. His rubáiyát (quatrains), found in The Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám (translation published 1859), are meditations on the mysteries of existence and celebrations of worldly pleasures.

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/02/17/solar-flare-2011-northern_n_824516.html

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For the Love of Friendship

My father always told me you may love your family but you may not like what, why, and how they do the things they do. Friends how ever you have a choices to select the type of friends you want in your life. But to take note that if you choose to hang around with dogs you might pick up a few fleas along the way. Well good advice for living in this world of uncertainty. I got to say I have been very fortunate to have such wonderful friends new and old be a part of my life. As in the Dictionary it states

friend |frend|nouna person whom one knows and with whom one has a bond of mutual affection, typically exclusive of sexual or family relations.• a person who acts as a supporter of a cause, organization, or country by giving financial or other help : join the Friends of Guilford Free Library.• a person who is not an enemy or who is on the same side : she was unsure whether he was friend or foe.


It's very hard to live in a big city where you are complied with immense amount of people and their minds. Your ability to try to carry on with all the confusion that can be over whelming. Constantly struggling to meet your end of the bargain as a responsible adult can be a very lonely place. And this folks is where one in whom are the ones we Cherish comes to play a huge part of our lives. They have the ability to make us or break us, because they are an extension of us. They hold the mirror and reflect a part of us that we may not want to see at a particular time. But they are patient and understanding and when were ready they open the door. I have been blessed with many different shapes, color and characters of friends. But although their might be many along my path of life that I have cherished. Their are those few that stand out and I can truly say I love then and they are not only friends they are family to me. My father always said you may have millions of acquaintances but your true friends you can count on your right hand. I happy to report I have more than that lest so far. People who I had no idea would stand up to the plate for me. Those who truly were sincere in the comfort when things just got to harry and I was just disappointed beyond belief. Today I want to thank these special family members who are my friends and know that although through the years although I may not always be their physically I am always thinking of you. So I leave you with this poem:
I may not come from wealth, but because of you I am more than wealthy! I may have not had my schooling paid for, but because of you I am educated!I may not be the best looking, but because of you I feel attractive! I may not have some fancy house, but because of you I feel I have a home!I may not be a movie star, but because of you I feel I am a shinning star!I may not be at times strong, but because of you I want to live long! I may not have everything that someone wants, but with you I have every thing I need! It is that of my soul you feed! My dear Friend! Thank You!
by anna siqueiros 2011

Confusion of feeling Broken

Have you ever felt Broken? Feeling that everything around you has  falling apart in to a million pieces?You find your self hiding in bed with the blinds closed tight curled up in a ball and having not a once of energy to accomplish anything you need to do. You fight to achieve something and then something else goes wrong I mean really wrong you loose things left and right and your mind is bottled up with nothing with frustration. Every Artist at times encounters this no matter who you are. Your spirit seems it is crushed and you see no light at the end of the tunnel. You just don't care anymore about anything or anyone let alone your self. Well I just went through this again and I will tell you it is one hell of a place to be. Why do we go through this? What triggers this? Well my take on it is that we have to it is a way of changing our mind set and being passionate for why we do the things we do. We can find our selves a head of our  own bodies with not being present too far on the other side that we for get that we must remain grounded. We lost apart of our spirt that drives our creations from the creator to flourish. We must seek deeper into our being and know that we do count and we do make a difference in this world. Thus why the creator chose us to be Artist! We should never ever allow that the o mighty buck validate us to be Artist. If our work is not bought by those who claim they want to buy it yet never do. It's OK! Remember it is not others who buy our works of art that light the spark of creation. It is the passion that our creator has given us to represent a language of Visual Movement to move those who are privilged to see it yet alone given the opportunity to own a part of you!
Just do your Art for Art Sake! 

The Star Gods The Fukit's (Performance Artist)

         Great wines start with stomping on a lot of grapes, and so it goes with the soul!
 Revealing your greatness requires moments of pain.   And since our human nature is to run from it, we must make a contract with ourselves to go through the hurt, no matter what.

Today, renegotiate your contract, and commit to going through discomfort in order to become great.

An Inspirational Video from Artist to Artist

This seems to have really got me this morning when I saw this video. I can really relate to this artist of artistic movement as a women always in change feeling separated and pulled in all kinds of ways. It really has inspired me to create I hope it dose the same for you.

It is so easy to be negative but if you just smile maybe just maybe you will have a great day!

Time to Smile!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hohbIlQL8qY

SIQUEIROS LIVES ON!: Venice Art Walk 2011 Invitation

SIQUEIROS LIVES ON!: Venice Art Walk 2011 Invitation

Venice Art Walk 2011 Invitation

The Rise of America/ Made In America#4

The Rise of America

To A Higher Conscientiousness

Work in Progress

By

Anna E. Siqueiros

This work is based on the union of the people who represent moving forward in enlightening a higher conscientiousness, awareness of the past to our modern times for the good of change for all peoples that have come from all countries around the world to make United States of America what it is today.

This painting is partly a Performance Art Piece:

 Over time, in the Gallery at West Los Angeles College, the Artist will continue adding figures of portraits: Those portraits symbolize the knowledge, wisdom and talents of those who live in the United States of America, who are helping in raising a higher conscientiousness; setting an example for those around them as well as those who view this painting in the future.

Upon completion, the Artist will have a list of names as well as a diagram of whom were chosen and depicted in this painting for future reference.

Ms. Siqueiros would also like to extend a warm “Thank you” to all those who have contributed in setting aside their time, and providing space towards the completion of this painting for future generations to view.

SIQUEIROS LIVES ON!: Blue Today

SIQUEIROS LIVES ON!: Blue Today: "Blue Today Acrylic on wood 2010 by a.Siqueiros Fighting Depression again just like every Artist dose. Perhaps it is the coming of a storm ..."

Blue Today

Blue Today Acrylic on wood 2010 by a.Siqueiros

Fighting Depression again just like every Artist dose. Perhaps it is the coming of a storm headed our way that adds to all the grimness of all you see on television, newspapers, the edge of the energy of doom by those I seem to pick up around me. Although I know I will get through this I can not help to feel sadness creeping up. I like to sleep my way through it but I know it won't get things done. So I plunge my self in it and process the enviable to create through it. I will keep you posted on my accomplishments of process  that helps me with it. Depression always seems to make me feel more lonely than I actually am but their is no doubt that it still some glimmer of hope beyond this so called darkness that surrounds me. I refuse to have it absorb me in to deeper negative frame of mind. I look to the sky and see the clouds change with the gust of wind. Why can't I? Well I can and I will. I believe it is all about the frame of mind to latch on to that keeps me going so I will ! And if you are ever here You Can Too!

SIQUEIROS LIVES ON!: John Mooney Glass Movie,Photography, Graphics & Fl...

SIQUEIROS LIVES ON!: John Mooney Glass Movie,Photography, Graphics & Fl...: "http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z5R_PEzWcTgNothing makes me more happy than to share and help my fellow Colleagues with promoting their n..."

John Mooney Glass Movie,Photography, Graphics & Flyer by Anna Siqueiros

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z5R_PEzWcTg

Nothing makes me more happy than to share and help my fellow Colleagues with promoting their natural born talents to share with the world.