Gypsy Wagon Canvas Print

I call this the Gypsy Truck because I can imagine a couple of old travelers sitting out back of the truck begging for passersby to get their fortune told. The wooden camper has some unusual and ornate pieces added to make this a very unique home for those wandering souls. This is a must see if you are looking for Route 66 attractions. It is on the west side of Tucumcari.

My personal connection with art started as a child living on a farm along historic Route 66 and the Canadian River. My mother had art talent as well, but like me, she never had any training. It wasn't until after her death that we discovered some drawings of hers from middle school. So I owe her for my interest in many forms of art. Living on the farm adjacent to the Canadian gave her the chance to teach us all about nature and the wonders to be found in the woodlands and streams. I grew to appreciate and care for all living things and that ultimately led me to photography. My first camera was an old Kodak box camera using 620 film. Our first family trip farther than Oklahoma City was to Montana when I was about 14 years old. I shot...