I did this rough sketch last year of a very well known musician here on St. Croix named Jamsie. He’s shown with a dried gourd that provides the unique sound that identifies his music as Quelbe` or scratch. He’s the oldest working performer and at 79, he still plays often. I liked the sketch, done roughly in acrylic and liked it so much, that I didn’t know when to stop. Essentially, I ruined it. That WAS a problem.
It’s better that the real Jamsie lives on and my painting died.
-No Problem is the least generous, non-thoughtful response to” Thank You ” that a person can say. It contains two words- NO and PROBLEM. Two negatives in a two word sentence. How good could THAT be? It’s everywhere! I know it’s hopeless but can’t we petition to bring” You’re Welcome “back into conversations? OK, so the phrase ” My Pleasure ” is pushing the civility and believability limits but NO PROBLEM? Five minutes from now it could be a problem, but oh lucky you, you caught me in a moment of lighthearted jocularity so right now it’s NO PROBLEM.
Chili Pepper obviously really has No Problem (s)
Asheville: The North West of The South East 
December 4, 2007 at 3:44 am |
WHAT are you talking about????? Jamsie is excellent. I think you really captured the feeling and excitement of a “scratch” musician. You are too hard on yourself. I like Jamsie!
December 4, 2007 at 12:12 pm |
There seems to be ‘no problem’ that you cannot solve in your creative pursuits. You go girl! Love, Chili Pepper. He has the right idea about life.
December 10, 2007 at 4:04 pm |
I can’t wait to hear a little of Jamsie the next time I’m in town! If his music is even half as good as he looks cool, I know I’m going to love it!