New Release! Transitions; Poetry of Love, Life & Being

Image © Don MacIver 2013 For the past year I have been engaged in many things that life sends our way while at the same time the muse flowed with endless passion and inspiration. I am pleased to announce the release of my newest publication of original works of poetry, my third such volume, titled ‘Transitions; Poetry of Love, Life & Being‘. Well into middle age I find that my life has evolved in so many ways the past decade including the loss of my dear mother ten years ago, the loss of several other relatives and dear friends along … Continue reading New Release! Transitions; Poetry of Love, Life & Being

NEW PAGE LAUNCH! …Pacific Eye & Ear; Into The Future!…

PACIFIC EYE & EAR.com …More excitement to announce with the launch of a new dedicated page linked at the top of the home page! ‘Pacific Eye & Ear; Into The Future’showcases the remarkable collaborative album cover artwork makeovers bringing Pacific Eye & Ear into a dramatic, eye-popping visual experience for 2013 and beyond! Link from the top or right here:  Pacific Eye & Ear; Into The Future! Get it? Got it! Related articles More New Updates & A New Page! (donmaciverpoetry.wordpress.com) Continue reading NEW PAGE LAUNCH! …Pacific Eye & Ear; Into The Future!…

An Embodiment of Souls; Ernie Cefalu

                    © Ernie Cefalu, Pacific Eye & Ear Pacific Eye & Ear Original Album Cover Art   In tribute; Ernie Cefalu…   In the dawn, as in awakenings, I often lay awake in bed with thoughts streaming in my mind as waterfall, constant in its cadence, its flow, its effervescent shimmer and destiny. And so it was on this sunlit summer’s morning that I awoke to thoughts of dear friend and associate Ernie Cefalu, an exceptional illustrative artist who, along with a celebrated team of illustrators, has created a vast portfolio … Continue reading An Embodiment of Souls; Ernie Cefalu

The Promise Of All Tomorrows; author’s voice, creative arts

New beginnings abound! In my most recent post here titled ‘Rising Suns’ I shared the inspirational poem reflecting on the great anticipation of tomorrows in the words “amber suns rising on new horizons”. That featured poem was a lead-in to my days ahead. In the midst of a major career change to the extent that I will be channeling all of my focus on professional writing endeavors, I had paused to consider the great potential, indeed the promise that every tomorrow has to offer. My great passion for writing will continue to be shared here as I feature new writings … Continue reading The Promise Of All Tomorrows; author’s voice, creative arts

Historic Album Cover Art Exhibit Launches; creative artworks

photo image © Ernie Cefalu & Jorge Nogueira 2013   The excitement builds as the doors of Gallery 13 in Minneapolis swing open on Tuesday, July 16, 2013 marking the launch of the historic ‘Fine Art of Rock’ exhibit! On display through the duration of this highly anticipated exhibit will be the remarkable and iconic original album cover artworks of world-renowned Pacific Eye & Ear Owner/Senior Creative Director Ernie Cefalu and his highly acclaimed team of illustrative experts during one of the most powerfully creative periods in cover art history. The stunning visual images that burgeoned from Pacific Eye & … Continue reading Historic Album Cover Art Exhibit Launches; creative artworks

The Fine Art of Rock; A Celebration of Creative Genius; music, art

In the continued celebration of greatly inspired creative, artistic genius I wanted to share in the excitement of the launch of a new business venture by one of the most highly regarded album cover art design experts in North America and renowned world-wide. World-renowned album cover design artist Ernie Cefalu is about to launch his new website celebrating his vast portfolio of original album cover art. These iconic artistic cover designs for many of the most high-profile recording artists, comedians and more will be available in print and original versions. The remarkable hand-sketched and painted cover art designs by Ernie … Continue reading The Fine Art of Rock; A Celebration of Creative Genius; music, art