I showed this piece last summer, for Creative Tuesdays and Paint Party Friday. It's a little duckling I painted in acrylic on cardstock.
I recently framed it and gave it away as a gift. I've since learned to sign the art in such a way that it will show up after framing. There is a story behind this gift. This little duckling was raised by friends. Its egg had likely fallen from a tree. It was found and it was hatched and raised last summer by these friends. They watched it grow up over the summer until it eventually flew into the wild. I had painted it by chance based on a photo I saw of the little duckling. We decided they would like this as a gift. And I think they really did, as the image captured a treasured memory! They said this picture will sit on their mantelpiece in their home. I have the satisfaction of having given a meaningful gift!
Linking to Sunday Sketches.
18 comments:
This is such a sweet painting and that frame really sets it off beautifully.
Love how it is so pared down, but still expresses perfectly the essence of the little creature! Looks great framed! <3
AWE. How cute. I really want to raise a duck! Or something... lol. I watched this show the other day "Natural World" and the first episode was about a man who raised 16 wild turkeys from the egg! Amazing episode!
Gorgeous, what a wonderful gift. Ducklings are really funny. I raised a whole batch one year. It was sad when they flew away.. :(
Lovely painting made more beautiful with the frame and the story behind it.
Love your duckling, and especially the lovely story behind it, which makes it extra special. Have a good Sunday! Valerie
Very meaningful indeed. :)
Such a sweet painting. You framed it perfectly too.
Wonderful and sweet, you inspire me to make some animal art!
ManonX
So Sweet ~ yet another 'seasonal sketch' ~ think we need Spring to come? ^_^
it's wonderful! I love the idea of giving art away as something to be cherished.
have a sweet day.
Oh, Christine, what a wonderful story and a beautiful painting! I am sure your friends treasure your gift. What an honor to have it.
one of your best
Delightful story, precious painting! They surely love it.
It is a beautiful painting, and a very meaningful gift, Christine!
What a wonderful gift to wonderful people. I know they will treasure it as they did that little bird.
it looks fantastic framed up doesn't it... really brings it together...xx
what a sweet story, no wonder your duckling looks so cute!
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