With Painting by Lyrics, Mark Stevens and Sumiyo T0ribe have created a beautiful book.  Mark's heartfelt lyrics evoke musical melodies, perfectly enhanced by Sumiyo's gorgeous paintings.  A unique concept, and a true work of art.

 

—Ezra Weiss, Jazz Pianist, Composer, and Educator

 

 

I was already familiar with Mark Stevens as a creative and sensitive musician, but now I know him as a talented wordsmith as well.  Painting by Lyrics is a stirring collection of lyrical musings on life, love, and the beautiful world we live in, seen through the eyes of a man who thinks and feels deeply.  Perfectly enhancing the experience are the striking watercolors by Sumiyo Toribe, which evoke the emotional core of each lyric. Thanks, Mark, for sharing your soul!

 

—Larry Shackley, Pianist, Composer, Editor, and Educator