Tomato & Asparagus -A Love Story Oil - Still Life Sold

I had fun with this one even though it does not have fur or feathers! The client told me that he and his fiance referred to each other as "Tomato" and "Asparagus" and she would send little sketches to him. He figured it was time to have a "Portrait" done of them and this was a gift for her birthday.

I added a few extras because I knew them. He is a massive insect lover and used to tease me about Lady Bugs really being Lady Beetles so I could not resist adding one to help pollinate the flowers. I told them the flowers were a symbol of their love (and fertility!!) past, present and future!

I am told that she cried when she received it, and although not my goal, I am happy to have been part of their "love story"!

Sunny Shine Chloe 8x8 Oil Portrait

Sometimes ignoring the clock and surrendering yourself to the joys of your passion is the greatest gift you can give yourself. Last night I did just that. Yes I am tired this morning but I am so contented and happy that losing a few winks of sleep means little to the grand scheme of things.

This is a portrait of my mare, my main muse when I am not inspired by the racehorses.

Many more paintings got some TLC last night so hopefully this blog will not be as neglected as in the past!