Yep...though I miss the creative aspect of making signs...I'm still having a good time in retirement by replacing that void with another creative outlet...though the scene below is an imaginary one...it is characteristic of many places along the Buffalo River where I often float during the summer...this time I included a weird twisty vine and 2 Green Herons in the composition...both seen on my last float trip.
[ July 28, 2015, 12:08 AM: Message edited by: Rusty Bradley ]
Posted by Rick Sacks (Member # 379) on :
very nice, Rusty
Posted by Dale Feicke (Member # 767) on :
AllrightY then......On the big flat rock to the left of the water......put a SIGN, that says " Heron's Rest" You're not going to do much floatin' on that little piece of water anyway.
Actually, I'm kidding. Beautiful, Rusty. Love it.
[ July 27, 2015, 11:00 AM: Message edited by: Dale Feicke ]
Posted by Curt Stenz (Member # 82) on :
Beautiful work Rusty.
What size is it, what medium do you use? I have done a few illustrations, usually automotive in subject, and I actually prefer to use lettering enamels and linseed oil.
The nice thing about doing this type of work is that you get to pick the subject, colors, layout and everything. No arrogant customer to deal with, take it or leave it.
Posted by old paint (Member # 549) on :
awesome........and you wasted all those years making .........SIGNS))))
Posted by Joy Kjer (Member # 3026) on :
You do such amazing work Rusty. It's fun to see your talent expressed in a different way. Your signs were always an inspiration to me.
Posted by Jean Shimp (Member # 198) on :
Posted by Dave Sherby (Member # 698) on :
That painting makes want to go there and just relax. Beautiful work Rusty.
Posted by Craig Sjoquist (Member # 4684) on :
Excellent indeed, amazing talent
Posted by Ian Stewart-Koster (Member # 3500) on :
I think I could enjoy that kind of retirement too! Great work, Rusty!
Posted by Bob Kaschak (Member # 3146) on :
Awesome!
Posted by Sal Cabrera (Member # 1236) on :
Beautiful work Rusty.!
Posted by Wayne Webb (Member # 1124) on :
Sweet!
Posted by Duncan Wilkie (Member # 132) on :
Good for you Rusty. Your a fine roll model. Are you by chance penning an article or series of articles on the transition from a sign making business to a life in retirement. There are lots of us about to make that move and frankly it's a little nerve wracking.
Posted by DianeBalch (Member # 1301) on :
make sure you have a variety of hobbies.
Diane
Posted by Susan Banasky (Member # 1164) on :
Beautiful painting Rusty..very tranquil, very mystical. What a great way to enjoy retirement. Thanks for sharing.
Posted by Dave Grundy (Member # 103) on :
quote:Good for you Rusty. Your a fine roll model. Are you by chance penning an article or series of articles on the transition from a sign making business to a life in retirement. There are lots of us about to make that move and frankly it's a little nerve wracking.
Duncan, I think a whole lot of folks would appreciate an article on making the jump into retirement, written by Rusty.
As for myself, it was an easy transition. We had been investing and saving heavily for it for about 15 years. We were constantly "cash poor" while working, because we were putting a lot of our earnings into retirement investments.
I was confident of our financial ability to retire when I was 60 but Shirley was hesitant. It took 2 more years and, finally, a visit to a reputable financial advisor (that she had known all her life) to convince her.
We have never regretted the decision.
There are various considerations, of course, and the two biggies are "Can you afford it? and What do you want to do in retirement?" The first consideration is best discussed with a professional advisor, the second can only be decided by you and your spouse.
Shirl and I are probably different than many in that we don't mind "doing nothing, sleeping in until we feel like getting up, staying up until 3 am if we want to" We don't like being cold, so we live in Mexico for 7 months of the year. We have lost any desire to do mindless yard work, so we live in an apartment in Canada, during the warm weather, where all the day to day maintenance is done for us.
Retirement is different for everyone. Some want to golf every day. Some want to sail every day, some want to vegetate, some want to semi-retire. Everyone is different.
We found our niche.
But the basic starting point always has to be "Can I afford to do it?" and the answer to that question should always be answered by a trusted financial advisor.
Hope to see you soon in "Retirementland" Duncan!!! Posted by Rusty Bradley (Member # 6938) on :
An article from me on retirement?...I think Duncan has done a fine job on the subject...I just got back from floating the river again and tonight I'm into throwing a few ideas and impressions into a new composition...so I'm not so much into writing...but I do have a few personal insights I would like to add to those that Duncan has mentioned...maybe I'll do that tomorrow...and then again maybe not...that's what retirement is all about.
[ July 30, 2015, 01:16 AM: Message edited by: Rusty Bradley ]
Posted by old paint (Member # 549) on :
just dont take on a bathroom remodel when your retired(((((
Posted by David Harding (Member # 108) on :
I've always admired your work and your heart full of concern for others. My brother in law and I often backpack along the Buffalo in the fall, although we probably won't get to do it this year. It's a gorgeous place and you capture it well. Have you ever been up Indian Creek to the Needle's Eye?
Posted by Rusty Bradley (Member # 6938) on :
David...the Buffalo River you're referring to would probably be in Arkansas...the Buffalo I float is in Tennessee and about 20 minutes from my house...I go at least once a week during the summer...I like to float the head waters most of all...though narrow and shallow... often having to pull over rocks and around logs...I prefer the intimacy of the smaller water with overhanging trees for subject matter and compositions...the pic below of me in the kayak is down river a bit where the river is a little wider and more open.
[ July 31, 2015, 09:11 AM: Message edited by: Rusty Bradley ]
Posted by David Harding (Member # 108) on :
Yep. I'm referring to the "other" Buffalo. It's a good thing we didn't plan a float trip together. There would be a killer portage involved!
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