Work Day Blues
(Original No Longer Available)
Vivian Edwards©
(Original No Longer Available)
Vivian Edwards©
(Original No Longer Available)
Vivian Edwards©
Workday Blues by Vivian Edwards©
Vivian Edwards: “These two mules are true farm hands, dedicated and well-trained, ready for a full day’s work before the sun rises. They take a well-deserved break at noon, with a deep drink of water, before heading back to the fields to plow until dusk. For the farmer, a mule was more than just an animal; it was a partner through each season—from planting and harvesting food crops to winter tasks like hauling hay to the cattle and wood for the fire. This painting is a tribute to the strength, loyalty, and rhythm shared between farmer and mules in the demanding dance of farm life.”
Work Day Blues, painted by Vivian Edwards, offers an intimate and striking portrayal of two powerful brown work mules standing side by side, harnessed together as they plow a field. Rather than focusing on the entire scene of the field, Vivian chooses to zoom in on the upper halves of the mules, capturing their strength, endurance, and the quiet dignity of their labor.
Vivian captures the essence of a workday through the lens of these noble animals, bringing attention to the beauty and grace found in everyday toil. The mules steady gaze reflects a resilience and commitment that mirrors the hardworking spirit of those who depend on them.
The title, Work Day Blues, adds another layer to the painting, hinting at the repetitive nature of the work and perhaps the weariness that can accompany long days of labor. Yet, within that weariness, there is a quiet beauty—the connection between the mules and their task, their unwavering spirit, and the simple, honest work they do.
This painting honors the hardworking animals and the labor they represent, reminding us of the strength found in perseverance and the grace that can emerge even during the hardest days of work.
Vivian Edwards©