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Thomas Guettler @tguettler.bsky.social · 6d

A photo my #brother took when he was flying with #AmericanAirlines. He loved to fly, and lost a batter with #cancer in 2022. I wanted to do an impression of his picture for my wall. #art #oilpainting #painting #aviationart #737

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Thomas Guettler @tguettler.bsky.social · 9d

He loves the country so much we served in Vietnam without hesitation...Oh yea, that's right. His "medical" condition. But if not for that, he'd would have won all the medals for acts of valor and heroism.

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Thomas Guettler @tguettler.bsky.social · 9d

But there was lots of broken glass and unruly people at every turn. But in the end, the elected officials then certified the election results at the Capital late that night. He was talking about the Capitol, right?

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Thomas Guettler @tguettler.bsky.social · 22d

In light of the dumpster fire that is our nation at the moment, here's a #painting of a #dog for a diversion. I wanted to send a thank you gift to someone who has been helping out the family as we moved our aging #dad to a new home. #art #oilpainting #dogart #dogpainting #thankyou #pet

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Thomas Guettler @tguettler.bsky.social · 23d

My question to the gop...Would you all be fine if trump did the exact same thing, but was a Democrat?

Thomas Guettler @tguettler.bsky.social · Sep 12

Taking the time to also remember #MelissaHortman, #MarkHortman, and #Gilbert. I wish the outrage would be applied equally. For those who are calling for a political war, were you also calling for it back in June?

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Thomas Guettler @tguettler.bsky.social · Sep 12

#Memories seem to be fleeting and short. In light of recent events, I think it's good to also remember #MelissaHortman, #MarkHortman and #Gilbert. #Tragedy is universal, not only when it fits any a preconceived narrative. #RIP to all taken before their time.

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Thomas Guettler @tguettler.bsky.social · Sep 5

Cleaning out some stuff from my dad's house, I came across a basket with an under-painting my mom created. She passed from #cancer back in 2012. #fuckcancer I wanted to honor her creation and completed it in her memory. #art #lighthouse #painting #crafts #craftpainting #family #mom #love

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Thomas Guettler @tguettler.bsky.social · Sep 5

Morgen, the one eyed #cat. Recently passed, so I wanted to capture his likeness for a #friend. #art #painting #oilpainting #pet #petart #catpainting #loss #grief

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Thomas Guettler @tguettler.bsky.social · Aug 28

A glorious #NewYork Central Hudson 4-6-4 #locomotive. #ArtDeco in all her glory. I wanted to put in a NYC skyline in the same style. It was a bit of a process, but it was a great #learning experience and very rewarding. #art #oilpainting #train #trainart #steam #steamtrain

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Thomas Guettler @tguettler.bsky.social · Aug 9

A long time ago, our family visited the #USAF museum in Dayton, HO. I bought a book at the #P-38Lightning, and devoured it before the end of our vacation. One of my favorites, and finished this 12 x 16 wood panel. #WorldWar2 #ww2 #art #painting #aviationart #airplane

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Thomas Guettler @tguettler.bsky.social · Aug 4

I wanted to share the #eulogy I wrote for my Uncle Johnny. A great man, fully of life. His #legacy will endure, and was a role model for us all. #family #loss #death #love #life #living #livingwell

Uncle Johnny’s Legacy of Love

A wise man once said that the measure of a life is a measure of love and respect. We ask ourselves how we measure up. What’s the final tally we bring before God? What’s our effect on others? Di…

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Thomas Guettler @tguettler.bsky.social · Aug 3

I wanted to surprise a co-worker with a #painting of a #sail boat. He and the family enjoy sailing, and used an existing painting as a reference and for practice. If I was a professional I'd not do this, but as an amateur, I need some practice. #art #painting #oilpainting #sailboat #seaart

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Thomas Guettler @tguettler.bsky.social · Aug 3

A 12 x 16 #portrait of a #dog. The picture I used didn't have the full legs or body. For good or bad, I decided to just focus on the face. I keep tinkering with it, but at this point, for good or bad, it's done. #art #painting #oilpainting #petart #dogart

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Thomas Guettler @tguettler.bsky.social · Jul 20

A second attempt at an #aurora. 11 x 14 on a wood panel. Next time I may try some different colors. #art #painting #auroraborealis #oilpainting

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Thomas Guettler @tguettler.bsky.social · Jul 6

Some things you work on and they go easily enough. Others...they fight all the way. This was a fighter. The more I did, the less it became. I'll have to practice #auroras a bit more. #oilpainting #auroraborealis #northernlights #art #painting

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Thomas Guettler @tguettler.bsky.social · Jul 6

A saw a picture and tried to do my take on it. A small 10x10 on a wood panel I had laying around for a long while. I wanted to do a colorful #sunset. #art #painting #oilpainting #beach

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Thomas Guettler @tguettler.bsky.social · May 14

It's said to not judge a book by the cover...But this looks fantastic. Makes me think of this one. Classic, intriguing, and makes you wonder...

Thomas Guettler @tguettler.bsky.social · May 13

He’s already five steps ahead of everyone. Probably has plans within plans.

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Thomas Guettler @tguettler.bsky.social · Apr 27

This is a picture of my #mom, on what would have been her 82 birthday today (4/27/25). For all those who've been touched by #cancer, hopefully one day we can have a good handle on this disease. Take the extra effort to help your friends and #family. #cancersucks #love #living #deepthoughts

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Thomas Guettler @tguettler.bsky.social · Apr 26

A test piece. Sometimes you have a canvas/panel laying around, and you just want to do something with it so it stops mocking you for never using it. :) This is a 10 x 10 on a wood panel. #Sea #Painting #Art #OilPainting #OilStudy #beachart #tree

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Thomas Guettler @tguettler.bsky.social · Apr 21

Much of the doge cuts were framed in such a way that “this will be done at the state level”. The Dept. of Education comes to mind. So when it gets kicked back to the states, it seems to be code for “we’re cutting something we don’t like.” Forward thinking has left the station, it seems.

Thomas Guettler @tguettler.bsky.social · Apr 21

The world is a better place because of him. A combination of eloquence and forward thinking that is desperately needed today. Such an enduring legacy. One of my heroes growing up.

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Thomas Guettler @tguettler.bsky.social · Apr 21

Each year #bluebirds take up residence at the house in the backyard. Typically, they’ll lay eggs three times. The first batch are looking good. Getting close to spreading their wings for the #firstflight. #birds #bluebird #nest #nature

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