Day 23 NaBloWriMo Mary Ann, the Painter

My mother-in-law is an amazing painter! She's talented ~ breathing life onto the canvas. She has a soft texture, yet depth in her artwork. Mary Ann, my "second mother," as Greg says, works with all sorts of mediums from oils to watercolor and anything in-between.

Just recently Greg and I went to the Art Show where Mary Ann had her work on display. (Have I mentioned that she's won countless awards and sold her paintings?) Her subject matter is as varied as her media, from paintings of fawns to flowers and family members.


She recently became interested in making prints of her paintings. We're hoping to help with the pictures. I also think it would be a great idea for her to start up a blog. Once she does, I'll be sure to share her blog address!













One night we went to visit Greg's parents and as I stepped out of the vehicle, I saw this beautiful yellow rose in Mary Ann's front garden. Greg said, "The picture won't come out. It's too dark." I took the chance and used the flash. When I showed Mary Ann, she asked me to send her the picture. She made a painting of it and I absolutely love the painting! When we were at the Art Show, that particular painting was on display. I took a picture of it and Greg said, "You realize that you are taking a picture of a painting of a picture?" Hehe. Yes, I know. It's just that the painting looks so real, I could almost smell the rose!

If you look at the picture of my mother-in-law standing next to her paintings, one of my favorites is on the second column from the left, third one down. The painting is so real, I feel as if I could step right into the scene. It's calm and soothing to the soul!

Comments

2Wired2Tired said…
How exciting for her and those are great pieces. She's very talented and looks quite proud of herself in her picture. Very cute!
Tabitha Bird said…
She is very talented. Thank you for visiting my blog. And your comment was beautiful:) Thank you:)
Jen's Farmily said…
I LOVE that rose! That is so beautifuL! She is very talented. It always amazes me when people can do things like that!
Dr. Wifey said…
beautiful paintings! she is very talented
Helen Ginger said…
Beautiful paintings. She's very talented, I agree.

My husband's side of the family has a lot of painters, too. My mother-in-law, an aunt and a sister-in-law are all wonderful painters. I love having their paintings in our home.

Helen
Straight From Hel
Unknown said…
I always admire anyone who can paint (or for that matter draw or sculpt). My scientist's mind seems to lead to rather insipit attempts at art. {*grin*}
Your mom-in-law's very talented. Thanks for sharing her work with us.
Carma Sez said…
Wow! She is quite talented. I was involved in an Art League for several years and got to meet all sorts of interesting artists. I work in an art-related field so I get to be surrounded by art all the time which is fabulous!
Lisa said…
I am in complete awe of artists. I think what they do is magic. You are lucky to be close to someone who paints so well who can paint something specifically for you. That's wonderful!
Unknown said…
Thanks for visiting and leaving a comment! I'm glad you liked the post. You have a very lovely blog, btw. Your MIL's work is delightful.
septembermom said…
Oh I love artists! She is really talented. I love her use of light and color. I think she should start up a blog. I would follow for sure :)
♥ Boomer ♥ said…
She is awesome, Aleta!!!!!!!
victoria said…
Ok, can I say that I'm totally jealous that you have a cool MIL?! And very talented, too! Beautiful work.
I am SO jealous of her talent! I wish I could paint like that. Beautiful!
Holly said…
Oh how I envy her talent! And she is very talented indeed!