Monday, May 9, 2011

Time Flies When You're Having Fun

Are you lovin' my sweet Nellie? I think she's the bomb. If you're not a primitive lover, you probably won't understand the love of primitive portraits. The little kids with the small bodies, thick necks and big heads are not for everyone but I tell you, I have a soft spot for these cuties For the longest time I have wanted to add one to my home but as you probably know by now, my house is tiny (and yes, I do mean that literally). When you have such a little house you have to be very picky with what you put in it, lest you end up on one of next season's episodes of Hoarders. I had looked and looked and had not found one that I loved so it was put on my home's "wish list". Then, in late Winter Cynthia Ereksen posted a Saturday workshop for a "Primitive Portrait" and sight unseen, I signed up.
I've never been disappointed in any of the pieces I have painted with Cynthia and this one was no exception. As soon as I saw her I knew it was just meant to be. Notice she is learning to stitch... coincidence? Nah. Destiny! She was meant for me to paint and was well worth the wait.Isn't she the cutest thing ever? Look at that sweet little face, and her fancy little dress. Oh, I just love her. Now I just have to find her a spot in my tiny little love shack; I know there's bound to be a spot for her... I just have to find it, LOL!


Hope you're month is on a roll too. Is it really the ninth already? Wow! Time does fly when you're having fun...

8 comments:

Jenny said...

She's adorable. And, hey, you can use your ceiling for hanging stuff on, too!

MARCIE said...

I love this! You did such a great job!

Anonymous said...

Great job of painting. I am sure you will find a place.

Charlotte

WoolenSails said...

You did a beautiful job on her. I printed out some antique portraits, still haven't had a chance to try one.

Debbie

Anna said...

I am in awe of your many talents! I also have to be careful what I bring in...don't like that cluttered look but over the years DH and I have collected a nice selection of art (many artist family/friends) the problem now...I want to hang some of my own stuff and take down theirs...a little guilt here!

Quiltdolls said...

Our lives as autistic mothers never ends.....

Kim from san diego.

My son is now 19 yrs old. Post high school.

Dianne said...

Thanks so much for stopping by my blog today and leaving a sweet comment. I love your blog and will have to spend some time catching up on back posts!

Blessings,
Dianne

Erin said...

Love this..where did you take her workshop? local? next one let me know..love to do this too!