Friday, December 19, 2014

The Lady and the Lambs -Paint Party Friday


This is a graphite rendering from 2005, of an old picture my Mother loved. It was a gift from long ago--the person who gave it to Mums said she looked just like this beautiful woman. It is true! Indeed, in her younger years, Mumsie was beautiful--but not in the classical sense. She is still lovely--a stately yet mischievous and fun lady whom everyone loves.



Years ago, when color programs were first coming out, I scanned my sketch into the computer, then played with the paint programs. I was astonished to see so much color coming from a grey and white graphite drawing--I saved the results. But after that, any attempts to recreate these color patterns failed. I wonder . . .
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May the joy and beauty of Christmas permeate your lives--even through great tragedy and loss.  God is good. 

MERRY CHRISTMAS

Thank you so much for dropping by!  Have a lovely weekend, sweet Friends!  Happy Paint Party Friday!




13 comments:

Deann said...

Okay...well this is just absolutely breathtakingly beautiful. Why don't you get some Christmas cards published with your lovely artwork Sis. {Hugs}

~Cheryl said...

Yes! So beautiful.... in every way!

Binoy Mathew said...

beautiful work... and I wish you and family a wonderful christmas...

Lois said...

I definitely like the first one the best!

Clytie said...

Beautiful, dear sissie. I'm with Deann - you should have some Christmas cards published with these.

Jeannette StG said...

A beautiful picture, Beth! Not only in the way the lines flow, but also the meaning of it:)

Geckostone said...

Wow, so beautiful!!! Merry Christmas!

Valerie-Jael said...

Beautiful work Beth. All the best, Valerie

Lisabella Russo said...

It's a beautiful piece! Happy holidays to you!

Linda Kunsman said...

such a moving and lovely picture-and you did a beautiful job adding color. Merry Christmas to you and yours!

Giggles said...

Dearest Beth I know this is a difficult Christmas for you and I've been praying you find some comfort in your memories. May the warmth and love of the season hold you tight. Wishing you quiet moments of joy. Beautiful artwork.

Thinking of you with love!

Hugs Giggles

Tammie Lee said...

such a lovely piece and post about your mother. wishing you a lovely winter Solstice.
xo

denthe said...

Such a sweet and beautiful work! I hope you can find peace these holidays, and comfort in your memories. Wishing you well ♥