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Hand-painted Frame Orig Oil

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Amer Indian Fantasy Character

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Box and Art Print Sculpture

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A Knitting Basket

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(KNITING, NEEDLEWORK, APPLIQUE, WEAVING)

Sacred Heart Curio Collage

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Art Prints Recycled Frames 3

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G rated Self Portrait
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MERTON INTEGRATED WHOLE HUMANMERTON PARRISH:  INTEGRATED/WHOLE HUMAN   
In which Merton moves toward being  an "Integrated/Whole Human"  and considers the implications of being  an “Eros Spirit Creative” and “Hermit Artist”   
 
This essay/entry stems from personal insights which becoming a member of (and subsequently leaving) an erotic online community induced. I recently determined that I did not fit in this community, deleted my profile and contributions, and left it.  Afterwards, I did a great deal of soul searching, took a look at who I am, my life, and my ultimate goal for my life.  MERTON INTEGRATED WHOLE HUMAN
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THE REVERSE HERMITTHE REVERSE HERMIT   
an essay/entry by Merton Parrish  with above sculptural illustration by Merton Parrish   
 
 
INTRODUCTION TO THIS ESSAY / ENTRY   
A deviation I just came across represented some sort of hermit card. I was so surprised to see this, since I had a painful experience today which seemed to affirm and strengthen my increasing attraction to the artist hermit life (which has been growing gradually and consistently over the past two decades or so).   
I was licking my wounds from the experience I refer to above, doing my DA stuff to take my mind off of it, when up popped th THE REVERSE HERMIT
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ON RELATIONSHIPS AND LOVEON RELATIONSHIPS AND LOVE  A very short little essay on this important topic   
Relationships are certainly interesting... and the events, storms of life, fate, personal development, time, etc., all play in with how we change and our relationships change.   
Hubby and I are POLAR opposites:  me the artist sort with a strange combination of hermit and extrovert qualities with w/strong verbal and metaphoric tendencies, him shy yet dominant and playful, very literal, and a nuts and bolts computer nerd sort.   
Somehow it works... though we fuss alot, even after ten years (which he LOVES, the freak!... ON RELATIONSHIPS AND LOVE
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WHATS NOW N WHAT COMES AFTERWHAT IS THE NATURE OF NOW?  WHAT COMES AFTER?  Belief and Perspective is a Funny Thing...  We shall See, or not See, as the Case may be   
A friend, in a comment, (if I understand him correctly) has suggested (through well-reasoned words based on Buddhist thought, notions of impermanence, etc.) that this world is not a world of spirit, and that we progress, in some fashion to a world of spirit later.     
I think I see it all (life now AND whatever comes after) as a world of spirit.  I see us (we humans) as energy and spirit, both now and after death (whether we retain post life sentience WHATS NOW N WHAT COMES AFTER
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Heaven Forfend a Booby 2
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HEAVEN FORFEND A BOOBYHEAVEN FORFEND... A BOOBY!  In which Merton has an encounter with the Booby Police on DA   
I was reported for a violation.  Normally I would probably be upset, as I try so hard to follow DA rules, and it is upsetting to be reported.  This time, however, I am rather amused.   
Apparently, my male chest is so shapely and erotic that some of our more sensitive DA viewers might be scarred for life if they happen upon it unwarned!  Though we are instructed, in various news articles/info/instructions (which wrangle over the definition of nudity, artistic nude, mature, etc) NOT to consider the HEAVEN FORFEND A BOOBY
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HUMAN FOLLY AND GRIEFHUMAN FOLLY IN THE GRIEF PROCESS   
In which Merton relates that he knows he is in denial about the major and complete changes his Diabetes requires, and sees that he is a bit stuck (emotionally) in his grief process concerning his health   
 
Here is an edited version of a note I just sent to a fellow DA Diabetic which details the above situation which I list in the subtitle of this little essay.   
Hope it is helpful to the rest of my fellow humans, who, no doubt, find themselves in the middle of a grief process about something (since we grieve all sorts of things in life, large and small, mundane and unus HUMAN FOLLY AND GRIEF
by =mertonparrish
MERTONS UR MORTAL WAKE UP CALLMERTON'S "YOU ARE MORTAL" WAKE UP CALL   
I just read that a friend is Diabetic.  I sent him a note, and thought I would post it, edited a bit, as an essay.  I am hoping that it will make others think, and let all who struggle with health issues know that they are not alone.   
Memento Mori... "remember you will die"  but also be hopeful, joyous, keep trying, experiment, find ways of adjusting, changing growing...   
And, whine a little, and share your feelings, when necessary. It makes you feel better and helps you to take stock of things!   
Well, don't whine too much. &n MERTONS UR MORTAL WAKE UP CALL
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Your Inner Core
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MERTON INTEGRATED WHOLE HUMANMERTON PARRISH:  INTEGRATED/WHOLE HUMAN   
In which Merton moves toward being  an "Integrated/Whole Human"  and considers the implications of being  an “Eros Spirit Creative” and “Hermit Artist”   
 
This essay/entry stems from personal insights which becoming a member of (and subsequently leaving) an erotic online community induced. I recently determined that I did not fit in this community, deleted my profile and contributions, and left it.  Afterwards, I did a great deal of soul searching, took a look at who I am, my life, and my ultimate goal for my life.  MERTON INTEGRATED WHOLE HUMAN
by =mertonparrish
THE REVERSE HERMITTHE REVERSE HERMIT   
an essay/entry by Merton Parrish  with above sculptural illustration by Merton Parrish   
 
 
INTRODUCTION TO THIS ESSAY / ENTRY   
A deviation I just came across represented some sort of hermit card. I was so surprised to see this, since I had a painful experience today which seemed to affirm and strengthen my increasing attraction to the artist hermit life (which has been growing gradually and consistently over the past two decades or so).   
I was licking my wounds from the experience I refer to above, doing my DA stuff to take my mind off of it, when up popped th THE REVERSE HERMIT
by =mertonparrish
ON RELATIONSHIPS AND LOVEON RELATIONSHIPS AND LOVE  A very short little essay on this important topic   
Relationships are certainly interesting... and the events, storms of life, fate, personal development, time, etc., all play in with how we change and our relationships change.   
Hubby and I are POLAR opposites:  me the artist sort with a strange combination of hermit and extrovert qualities with w/strong verbal and metaphoric tendencies, him shy yet dominant and playful, very literal, and a nuts and bolts computer nerd sort.   
Somehow it works... though we fuss alot, even after ten years (which he LOVES, the freak!... ON RELATIONSHIPS AND LOVE
by =mertonparrish
WHATS NOW N WHAT COMES AFTERWHAT IS THE NATURE OF NOW?  WHAT COMES AFTER?  Belief and Perspective is a Funny Thing...  We shall See, or not See, as the Case may be   
A friend, in a comment, (if I understand him correctly) has suggested (through well-reasoned words based on Buddhist thought, notions of impermanence, etc.) that this world is not a world of spirit, and that we progress, in some fashion to a world of spirit later.     
I think I see it all (life now AND whatever comes after) as a world of spirit.  I see us (we humans) as energy and spirit, both now and after death (whether we retain post life sentience WHATS NOW N WHAT COMES AFTER
by =mertonparrish
HEAVEN FORFEND A BOOBYHEAVEN FORFEND... A BOOBY!  In which Merton has an encounter with the Booby Police on DA   
I was reported for a violation.  Normally I would probably be upset, as I try so hard to follow DA rules, and it is upsetting to be reported.  This time, however, I am rather amused.   
Apparently, my male chest is so shapely and erotic that some of our more sensitive DA viewers might be scarred for life if they happen upon it unwarned!  Though we are instructed, in various news articles/info/instructions (which wrangle over the definition of nudity, artistic nude, mature, etc) NOT to consider the HEAVEN FORFEND A BOOBY
by =mertonparrish
HUMAN FOLLY AND GRIEFHUMAN FOLLY IN THE GRIEF PROCESS   
In which Merton relates that he knows he is in denial about the major and complete changes his Diabetes requires, and sees that he is a bit stuck (emotionally) in his grief process concerning his health   
 
Here is an edited version of a note I just sent to a fellow DA Diabetic which details the above situation which I list in the subtitle of this little essay.   
Hope it is helpful to the rest of my fellow humans, who, no doubt, find themselves in the middle of a grief process about something (since we grieve all sorts of things in life, large and small, mundane and unus HUMAN FOLLY AND GRIEF
by =mertonparrish
MERTONS UR MORTAL WAKE UP CALLMERTON'S "YOU ARE MORTAL" WAKE UP CALL   
I just read that a friend is Diabetic.  I sent him a note, and thought I would post it, edited a bit, as an essay.  I am hoping that it will make others think, and let all who struggle with health issues know that they are not alone.   
Memento Mori... "remember you will die"  but also be hopeful, joyous, keep trying, experiment, find ways of adjusting, changing growing...   
And, whine a little, and share your feelings, when necessary. It makes you feel better and helps you to take stock of things!   
Well, don't whine too much. &n MERTONS UR MORTAL WAKE UP CALL
by =mertonparrish
MERTON ON THANKFULNESSI do not think thankfulness is required when I pray or manifest or live my daily life.  I do not think I will be punished if I am not thankful, or that my soul will be less "acceptable" to "God.  Nor do I feel guilty if I don't thank. However, I do think thankfulness is a good thing, and a joyful state of mind and heart to be in at all times.     
Thankfulness helps us to be noticing what is good in our lives, self, world at all times, to be in a happy/positive state always (which is what we want, since our every thought, word, deed is really a prayer which God the mirror then reflects right back to us MERTON ON THANKFULNESS
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CLARIFYING MY SPIRITUAL VISIONCLARIFYING MY SPIRITUAL VISION  Merton gives some requested explanation concerning the phrase "lessons we are to learn in life" and the term "manifesting" and in the process clarifies his spiritual/philosophical views, their development and progression  
 
 
A friend wrote, upon reading one of my essays, to ask exactly what I mean when I speak of “lessons we are to learn in life” and the term “manifesting.”  My friend asked as well for some links to some of my essays where I speak in depth about these ideas.   
Here is my explanation, complete with quite a bit of detail, references t CLARIFYING MY SPIRITUAL VISION
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MANIFESTING IN TRADITIONSMANIFESTING IN VARIOUS SPIRITUAL TRADITIONS  An examination of the idea of manifesting Christian and New Thought traditions  (c) 2009, Merton Parrish  
 
This is a piece of a larger, broader-themed essay, but I felt it could and should be featured on its own, since it, in itself, is an important topic all its own.  I have added to it and edited it for the purposes of this essay.   
Enjoy.   
Merton :)   
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Manifesting is a New Thought term. New Thought churches are churches such as Unity and various independent churches/spiritual forums who support phi MANIFESTING IN TRADITIONS
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What do you think you need to improve upon most with your art? 

29%
12 deviants said Working/creating daily
27%
11 deviants said Technique
12%
5 deviants said Creativity
10%
4 deviants said Finding my "voice" as an artist
7%
3 deviants said Color combination/selection
5%
2 deviants said Composition
5%
2 deviants said Following my muse
5%
2 deviants said Not worrying about what others think of my work
0%
No deviants said Knowledge about art history
0%
No deviants said Spontaneity
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=mertonparrish:iconmertonparrish:
Ty for your comments, Michael and Katu! :)
Mon Nov 16, 2009, 3:31 AM
*michaelzer0:iconmichaelzer0:
im with you on not wastig time with hierachies good luckwith the inward journey
Sun Nov 15, 2009, 2:46 AM
=katu01:iconkatu01:
Your comment on Sept 11 at 7:58AM is right on target. I recall when Clinton spoke in Congress and the Repubs never applauded, never stood up - bad manners are a partisan thing!
Mon Oct 5, 2009, 4:05 AM
=mertonparrish:iconmertonparrish:
Less time here on earth, that is... I meant in the shout below...
Sat Sep 19, 2009, 3:30 AM
=mertonparrish:iconmertonparrish:
If I get less time, or am less "successful" because I did not push myself with health, exercise, diet, creating, etc., so be it... whatever time I have where I am whole and healthy will have been happy.
Sat Sep 19, 2009, 3:29 AM
=mertonparrish:iconmertonparrish:
I have in the past, really pressured myself about many things (health, exercise. schedule, creating, "success"). Now I just want to live whatever time I have here on earth (one day or 60 more years) calmly and happily.
Sat Sep 19, 2009, 3:27 AM
=mertonparrish:iconmertonparrish:
I do feel that I am making some progress about what is truly realistic for me in terms of time, schedule, creating, diet, exercize, etc. I may not get as much done as I would like, or be perfect w/diet, health, etc., as I would like... but I'll be happy.
Sat Sep 19, 2009, 3:23 AM
=mertonparrish:iconmertonparrish:
Blood pressure readings continue to be good... Hooray.
Sat Sep 19, 2009, 3:21 AM
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And, apparently, I must be very good about carbs... I have learned that, anyway, about myself in this blood sugar process.
Sat Sep 19, 2009, 3:21 AM
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Blood sugar readings not that good at the moment, but I have not finished dickering with the supplements, and I have not really been that good about carbs lately either, not consistently good anyway.
Sat Sep 19, 2009, 3:20 AM
=mertonparrish:iconmertonparrish:
Still working on my blood sugar readings... an ongoing process... I started over with my alternative supplements... adding them in one by one, so as to be a bit more scientific and see if I can tell for sure which are helping me the most..
Sat Sep 19, 2009, 3:19 AM
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A nice dinner at the Chinese buffet with hubby last night... lots of sushi... yum!
Sat Sep 19, 2009, 3:17 AM
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A good week... quite a bit of fine tuning of my schedule, involving how to get laundry done and not stress me in the process...Ho hum... the intricacies of life...
Sat Sep 19, 2009, 3:17 AM
=mertonparrish:iconmertonparrish:
Is there a spell check for journals and deviations? I am not seeing it. This would be a great addition. so would an option to insert pictures into our journals, instead of just thumbs. Also, it would be great to be able to insert code, just like a blog
Fri Sep 11, 2009, 7:14 AM
=mertonparrish:iconmertonparrish:
On the anniversary of 9/11: May humanity progress, and learn to live in love and peace.
Fri Sep 11, 2009, 7:01 AM
=mertonparrish:iconmertonparrish:
I am appauled that republican detractors of the president were fiddling with their blackberries, holding up bills, and in one case heckling the president. Appauling !!!!!!!!!! Show some respect. He is the president!!!!!!
Fri Sep 11, 2009, 6:58 AM
=mertonparrish:iconmertonparrish:
Get well soon, Garrison Keillor!
Fri Sep 11, 2009, 6:57 AM
=mertonparrish:iconmertonparrish:
Oh, and goodness gracious, why has DA changed the software so that when one chooses a deviation for the box, one cannot go four or five pages at a time! Gads, it takes forever to change the featured deviation now!
Fri Sep 11, 2009, 6:56 AM
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Why don't shouts go out to everyone, as journal entries do. I think that would be good, if they did!
Fri Sep 11, 2009, 6:54 AM
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And why is DA so slow on IE and so much faster on Firefox. I use firefox so I can utilize CSS in my journal (which IE wont allow) and because firefox is so much faster in general.
Fri Sep 11, 2009, 6:53 AM

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Where I am at (essays about me, as human and artist): [link] [link] [link] [link] [link]

Some Reviews of my Work: [link]

MERTON'S JOURNAL

Journal Entry: Thu Nov 19, 2009, 4:37 AM






HERE IS THE LATEST FROM MERTON
Update 11/19/09

Again, gonna print one word on each line of this entry, so that the squiggly thingie in my otherwise wonderful journal css does not appear. I find the squiggly thingie visually distracting, so please bear with the silly format of my message, below.


Each

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Take

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Have a great day!

Sincerely,
Merton :)

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  • Listening to: XM Folk Channel/Imeem/Public Radio shows online
  • Reading: Ray Bradbury short story collection
  • Watching: Masterpiece Mystery Public TV series
  • Playing: With my buddies (wink)
  • Eating: Less and less carbs per meal
  • Drinking: Tulsi/green/black decaf tea (my special brew)
Skin by `DWALKER1047 (modified by =mertonparrish)

Devious Info

  • Current Residence: I am 46 years young and live in the midwestern part of the USA
  • deviantWEAR sizing preference: XXL
  • Interests: Art, lit, music, erotica, Priapian spirit, philosophy, writing, illustrating, recording, filming
  • Favourite movie: Too many to list... but I like art movies and movies based on novels
  • Favourite band or musician: Those whose lyrics are poetic, and whose music is lyrical
  • Favourite genre of music: Folk, Broadway, standards, classical
  • Favourite artist: I do like Van Gogh... and have enjoyed movies about him, and love the song "Vincent"
  • Favourite poet or writer: So many... Poets: Ginsberg, Cavafy, Dickinson, Whitman... Writers: Sarton, Bradbury, Isherwood...
  • Favourite photographer: Hmmm... not sure... but I enjoy imaginative artists and photographers
  • Favourite style of art: I enjoy poets, writers, musicians, artists who create in a lyrical fashion
  • Operating System: Windows
  • Wallpaper of choice: Various artworks I have created
  • Favourite game: I am not a game person
  • Favourite cartoon character: I enjoy beautiful, erotic, nude male characters
  • Personal Quote: Let all aspects of ourselves be integrated within us!
  • Tools of the Trade: Pencils, pens, markers, brushes, sclptr tools, knitting/tapestry ndls, looms, glue gun, recycleables

WELCOME AND INTRODUCTORY INFO



WELCOME, DEAR VIEWERS AND FELLOW DA ARTISTS! :)


"Beauty is in the eye of the beholder!"
-Ancient Greek saying, echoed historically in literature


"Let all aspects of ourselves be integrated within us!"
-Merton Parrish


"I choose to see love and light in my brothers' and sisters' postings on DA, even if they are not to my taste. I choose to be tolerant, flexible and loving."
-Merton Parrish

____________________


ABOUT ME, MERTON PARRISH…

I am a varied artist, working in many genres. My page represents and integrates various parts of me as a person, soul and artist.


WHAT THEMES DO I UTILIZE IN MY CREATING?...

I create based upon the following themes, amongst others:

eros, sexuality, homo-sexuality, homo-eroticism, spirit, spiritual growth, Priapian spirituality, New Thought, manifesting, alternative spirituality, theology, philosophy, health, art, the arts, the nature of art, practicalities related to making art, the nature of time, the beauty of the natural world, and the awesomeness of the Universe.


WHAT MEDIUMS AND GENRES DO I WORK IN?

I create:

*Essays, editorials, poems, and illustrated books
*Audio recordings, slide-shows and films
*Photographs and photo-manipulations
*Drawings in pencil, pastel, col.pencil, ink, craypas
*Paintings in oil and watercolor
*Digitally altered original drawings and paintings
*Various artworks of traditional & recycled materials
*Artworks framed in traditional/recycled materials
*Various artworks in series on various themes
*Sculptures: clay, foil, wire, paper, recycled stuff
*Hand painted plastercraft statues
*Curios, diarama boxes, and charm boxes
*Knitted textiles: scarves, shawls and blankets
*Needlework: needlepoint, cross stitch, crewel, applique
*Collages and groupings of framed art
*Art and framing of recycled materials
*Mobiles, branch and hatpin cups
*Faux stained glass CD ornaments


ABOUT ADULT CONTENT ON MY PAGE...

My journal and gallery contain some adult material, and feature both erotic and non-erotic works. All my mature works are set to mature and contain warnings. I am assuming that all who are not at least 18 years old are using the mature filter, as the DA rules require. I also assume that all adults who have a sensitive nature are using the adult filter or are sensible enough to turn the page if they do not appreciate my content.

Here is an essay which will explain all you might wish to know about adult content on my page:

[link]


ABOUT MY ART AND LITERATURE, YOUR OPINIONS, TOLERANCE AND CENSORSHIP...

In general, my creations are an outgrowth of my artistic vision, philosophy, sexuality and spirituality. Please be respectful, even if you "do not approve" of some things I put forth here. If you disagree or disapprove, please go check out one of the many pages here on DA more in line with your beliefs and taste.


PLEASE REMEMBER...

There would be no art without variety of outlook, style and vision. When you start the ball of censorship rolling today, it will come back to bite you in the posterior tomorrow (when the things you love are denigrated and stamped out).


If this page is for you, enjoy!

-Merton :)

A PREVIEW OF MY GALLERY




Please enjoy the following preview of original artistic and literary works created by myself, from my DA gallery. This is only a small representation, but should you visit the full collection, you will find it to be detailed, varied, frequently updated, and filled with many themes, categories and mediums. I hope you will visit often.

A complete list of folders which are to be found in the gallery may be viewed in the module directly below this one. The actual folders themselves are located on the left side of the gallery, in one long column. Writings are at the very bottom of this column.

To visit the gallery, go here ([link]) or click the "Gallery" tab in the toolbar at the top of this page.



“THE ARTS” IN OIL:
(Representing my love of so many genres in the arts)


SELF-PORTRAITS:


DIGITAL, COLOR PHOTOGRAPHS:


PHOTO MANIPULATIONS:


WRITINGS:


PAINTINGS:


DRAWINGS:


ALTERED DRAWINGS:


PEN AND INK:


PASTELS:


COLORED PENCIL:


SCULPTURES:


HANDPAINTED PLASTERCRAFT


CHARM BOXES:


DIARAMA BOXES:


CURIOS:


MOBILES:


KNITTED HEADBANDS:


KNITTED SCARVES:


KNITTED SHAWLS:


KNITTED BLANKETS:


WEAVINGS:


APPLIQUE:


GLUE GUN APPLIQUE:


CREWEL:


NEEDLEPOINT AND CROSS STITCH:


COLLAGES AND GROUPINGS OF FRAMED ORIGINAL ART:


ART AND FRAMING CREATED FROM RECYCLED MATERIALS:


BRANCH AND HATPIN CUPS:


CD FRAMES AND FAUX STAINED GLASS ORNAMENTS:

COMPLETE LIST OF FOLDERS IN MY GALLERY

I have worked very hard to make my gallery quite organized for you, and full of a variety of themes and mediums. I am a varied artist, and hopefully there is something for everyone. I hope you will visit and enjoy! Here are all the folders you will find in my gallery, in this order:


Slide-show of my Gallery
My Thoughts Superimposed over Photos n Art
Deviant IDs
Photographic Self Portraits
Outdoor Photos
Indoor Photos
Sculptures
Drawings, Illustrations, and Altered Drawings
Oils and Altered Oils
Watercolor and Altered Watercolor
Knitted Scarves Shawls and Blankets
Needlepoint Cross Stitch Crewel and Applique
Weavings
Charm Boxes with Art Prints and Clay Charms
Diarama Boxes
Hand Painted Plastercraft Statues
Best Laid Plans of Mice and Men
Abstract but Thematic
Male Nudes
Female Nudes
Male Couples
Priapus Works
Male Nudes with Pointed Ears
The Evil Penis Exclamation Point Smiley Face
Angelic and Daemonic Males
Mythic Males
Male Nudes with Horns
Male Nudes with Wings
Satyrs, Centaurs and Herms
Musical Male Nudes Series
Male Nude Chubs Series
Male Nudes Engaged in Activities Series
Male Nude Ancient Civilization Fantasy Series
Mythic Male Nudes Holding the World Series
Male Portraits
Collages and Groupings
Art and Framing of Recycled Materials
The Cutest Doggie in the World
The House of Many Studios
Branch and Hatpin Cups
Disembodied Figures
CD Frames and Faux Stained Glass CD Ornament
Photo Manipulation
Mobiles
Writings, Essays, Poems, Comment Trails
More Essays and Poems
Yet More Essays and Poems
Oh No Even More Essays

NEW DEVELOPMENTS IN MERTON'S LIFE



UPDATED 10/22/09


HOORAY!

THERE ARE NINE NEW AWESOME DEVELOPMENTS IN MY LIFE:


1.
I JUST FINISHED AND POSTED 130 NEW WORKS IN VARIOUS GENRES AND 9 NEW GALLERY FOLDERS (SEE THE NINE FOLDERS JUST ABOVE THE 3 "WRITINGS" FOLDERS AT THE BOTTOM OF MY GALERY).


2.
COMMENTS HAVE BEEN TURNED ON FOR MY DEVIATIONS.


3.
I HAVE ADDED A REVIEWS AND FEATURED WORKS SECTION TO MY JOURNAL.


4.
I HIT 11,000 PAGE VIEWS... HOORAY!!!


5.
I HAVE STREAMLINED THIS JOURNAL:

To see previous editions of "As Merton Sees it," my favorite quotes and stamps, reviews of my work, and works of other DA artists which I have featured... please check out previous journal entries.


6.
I AM INCORPORATING MORE OF MY WRITINGS HERE ON DA:

I have written a whole slew of essays over the past year or so on various topics, such as: spirituality, sexuality, work, life, balance, the artist life, art, inspiration, muse, health, happiness, fulfillment, etc. Check out the last three folders in my gallery. Without patting my self on the back too much (lol!), I think there is some pretty good, useful, thoughtful stuff there!


7.
MY GALLERY HAS BEEN REORGANIZED AND EXPANDED GREATLY:

As alluded to above, I have been busy reorganizing my gallery here on DA and have added quite a few more genres, categories and folders. I moved a lot of works around too, in the "featured" section, putting deviations in a more organized and aesthetically pleasing order. Throughout 2009 I will endeavor to update frequently. See the "Complete List of Folders in my Gallery" section, above, for a complete list of what can be enjoyed in my gallery.


8.
I HAVE A NEW SCULPTURE STUDIO IN MY HOME!

I have just posted a new clay sculpture, a wire sculpture, and some sculptures of recycled materials. There were already some interesting sculptures in my gallery (and its "Sculptures" folder), and now (mid April 2009)there are the new works referred to above for you to enjoy. Be on the lookout throughout 2009 for more new sculptures.


9.
I AM LOVING THE NEW DA FORMAT!

As you can see from my page, I like variety, and truly consider it the "spice of life" (and art), as the old saying goes. The new DA format has really allowed me to present to you all the things I enjoy in a complete, colorful, and interesting way. I just love this new format!

I truly hope you enjoy all the works in various genres which I present to you on my page. I hope there is something for everyone here, and I look forward to getting to know you! It is so gratifying to have so many see my work and comment upon it. It is like having a walk-in gallery, but without the expense and headaches. And, I truly think one gets more and better feedback here on DA than one would get with a walk-in gallery.

Finally, it is just such a pleasure to meet and relate with so many artists and appreciators of art. Art is so important. It blesses, enhances, saves and heals the world... and, thus, DA is doing a major service. Kudos to DA, to it's new format, and to my fellow DA artists!

TY FOR VISITNG. COME BACK SOON. LEAVE A FRIENDLY COMMENT! :)

Comments


:iconmyroski:
*myroski 16 hours 7 minutes ago
Thank you, you always leave an encouraging feeling :D

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Suzy: Before I found my pet clam I was lackluster, and morose.
Peggy: That's a coin purse!
:iconmertonparrish:
=mertonparrish 11 hours 56 minutes ago
Most welcome, dear friend :)

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"Let all aspects of ourselves be integrated within us!" -Merton Parrish
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~JadedMorgahn 1 day 45 minutes ago
Thanks for the :+fav: :)

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"i like night much better than day
i like the dark and nobody is around to bother you
i like walking at night too
nobody is there to bump into you
you dont have to have a care in the world
because nodoy is awake to bother with you"
-K.J. Hayward
:iconmertonparrish:
=mertonparrish 12 hours 2 minutes ago
:)

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"Let all aspects of ourselves be integrated within us!" -Merton Parrish
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~HombreEnBolas 1 day 8 hours ago
Hey Merton!!! Thank you for the Fav!!! :-D

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Amateur Photographer
:iconmertonparrish:
=mertonparrish 1 day 8 hours ago
Welcome, friend :)

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"Let all aspects of ourselves be integrated within us!" -Merton Parrish
:iconpeetie:
~Peetie 2 days 2 hours ago
Thanks my friend :+fav:!
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=mertonparrish 2 days 1 hour ago
:)

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"Let all aspects of ourselves be integrated within us!" -Merton Parrish
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~Kimbuddy666 3 days 7 hours ago
thanks for the +fav & nice comment :)

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=mertonparrish 3 days 7 hours ago
My pleasure :)

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"Let all aspects of ourselves be integrated within us!" -Merton Parrish
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*NimbusThunderhead 3 days 7 hours ago
Thank you for adding my work to your collection!! (^_^)

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~Nimbus
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=mertonparrish 3 days 7 hours ago
Welcome :)

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"Let all aspects of ourselves be integrated within us!" -Merton Parrish
:icontimerelease-ue:
=timerelease-ue 4 days 6 hours ago
MERTON!!
:wave:
Thanks for the FAVS and support!
Much appreciation from both of us!

:D -DOC :smoking: - ML

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TR-UE is: =thedaemonspawn and *MichelleLynn725

TR-UE: Unearthing untold stories, one shutter click at a time. :camera:
:iconmertonparrish:
=mertonparrish 3 days 8 hours ago
You are most welcome... my pleasure! :)

-M

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"Let all aspects of ourselves be integrated within us!" -Merton Parrish
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*mcdermid 4 days 13 hours ago
Thank for the :+fav:s

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"Are you making fun of us?"
"It's the universe that makes fun of us all."
"Why would the universe that makes fun of us all?"
"I dunno, maybe it's insecure."

:peace::XD:
:iconmertonparrish:
=mertonparrish 4 days 11 hours ago
Welcome, friend. :)

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"Let all aspects of ourselves be integrated within us!" -Merton Parrish
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*gulgulass 4 days 14 hours ago
Thank you for the fav.
:iconmertonparrish:
=mertonparrish 4 days 11 hours ago
Welcome :)

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"Let all aspects of ourselves be integrated within us!" -Merton Parrish
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~Peetie 5 days 49 minutes ago
Merton, thank you for the :+fav:'s, from me & Cobus!
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=mertonparrish 4 days 11 hours ago
Most welcome, Peet... Good to have you back :)

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"Let all aspects of ourselves be integrated within us!" -Merton Parrish
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~Peetie 4 days 4 hours ago
Thanks Merton!
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=mertonparrish 3 days 8 hours ago
Welcome, dear Peet :)

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"Let all aspects of ourselves be integrated within us!" -Merton Parrish
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*inObrAS Nov 11, 2009, 11:12:56 AM
Thank You very much for the :+fav:! :hug:
:iconmertonparrish:
=mertonparrish Nov 11, 2009, 11:36:12 AM
:)

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"Let all aspects of ourselves be integrated within us!" -Merton Parrish
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