This painting is of my sweet Aunt Mable Jane, who is now 85 years old. She pulled the photo out of her closet when I was visiting a few months ago and asked me if I would paint it for her. It was discolored and faded from age, so not an ideal source photo, but I didn't have the heart to say no. Besides, I get a kick out of wee little challenge once in a while!
It was particularly gratifying to see my oil paints do their magic with this darling, age old, photo!
Mabel Jane is coming to our house for a visit on Sunday. Imagine her surprise when she gets a studio tour and sees her younger self on my easel!
Oh the joys of being an artist!
- Subject Matter: Portrait
- Collections: Portrait