Friday, August 22, 2008

Fruitful Fridays...

Two weeks ago I gave you a sneak peek of a sketch I was working on for a friend. This precious lady lost her husband last year and has had a tough year since he passed away. He and she were performers in the award-winning American West Reenactment and Performance group, Southwest Legends Gunfighters. They so enjoyed doing this together that as a tribute to his memory, she asked me to do a sketch of her in costume standing by his "gravesite" at the Southwest Legends Gunfighters' cemetery called Boot Hill. I consider it an honor to have been able to do this sketch of her and hope that it will be a source of comfort to her.







"Widow Noakes at Boot Hill"


Love ya, Miss Rosie!

11 comments:

  1. what a sweet gesture...from a real sweetie.

    blessings this weekend, friend.

    xoxo
    melissa

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  2. I am a fan of the Old West, this photo and sketch are so touching.
    What a loving tribute.
    Thanks for sharing with us.

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  3. You certainly know how to capture the essence of things.... your sketch beautifully depicts, not only the spirit of the Old West, but also the mere essence of life…. Just beautiful!

    Have a wonderful weekend

    cielo

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  4. What a beautiful tribute. I'm sure she was thrilled. Great job!

    Happy Friday!

    Hugs!
    Kat

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  5. I'm sure this will mean the world to her.

    Happy Weekend to you!

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  6. Thanks for stopping by my blog and leaving a comment. I appreciate it very much. Be blessed.

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  7. Breathtaking sketch Christie!!!

    Ruth

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  8. I hope that she finds comfort in that wonderful sketch.

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  9. I have chills! What a loving tribute. You captured the real spirit.

    hugs,
    Barb

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  10. What a beautiful tribute! I love the idea and your sketch is wonderful.

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  11. The Widow Noakes is VERY pleased with her portrait. I will treasure it always, because I know it was done with love.

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