In southern Virginia there is a world-class race facility that quickly became a favorite destination of mine. This is the story behind the painting I did of the fabled oak tree as a symbol of what VIR means to me. I am honored to say it is now in the possession of VIR.
Read MoreWe all have heroes, don't we? This somewhat strange phenomenon of idolizing a person, borderline wanting to be a person who could be so far fetched, a pillar to us mortals, is a powerful, often mesmerizing, and entirely misleading thing.
Read MoreJust Below Bronze is the journal of Scott M. Dwyer where I share my thoughts as I learn, explore, create, and dream.
Read MoreA short post that provides insight to the thoughts, motivation, and rewards of creating art. I never expected this to occur with my experience on Big Bald Mountain.
Read MoreA past trip to California landed my wife and I on Montara Beach near Half Moon Bay. Our reward was a sunset that went way beyond the obvious beauty. I have that memory and my painting in our breakfast nook to reflect a most important time in my life.
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