The canvas.....
alabaster
in color
Tautly prepared
for the first stroke
The Master's preference for his tableau?
A finely crafted
brush,
with firm
and yet pliable bristles
The rich
cherry sheen of the fine wooden handle
softly glowing
in the ambient light
To set the
palette requires a deft hand....
to lay upon
in gossamer strokes,
to imbue
with subtle shadings,
according
to his intent and discernment
A glimmer
of color,
an infinitesimal
tinge,
a pastel
streak,
the soft
crimson blush,
as the brush
strokes,
upon the
unblemished canvas.....