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In Loving Memory

2009-12-29T05:50:00.000-08:00

My cousin Cory passed away unexpectedly this last June. He was a modern day stripling warrior and a young man to look up to. When my cousin asked me to draw a portrait of him as a surprise Christmas gift for her parents I was honored and so happy to be part of this very special project. My Aunt called me Christmas day and told me how the family all sat around that morning crying after they opened it. She said it was the best Christmas gift she has ever received. I absolutely love drawing, but what makes drawing even more special for me is the opportunity I have to touch others with my work.

In the spirit of Christmas

2009-11-23T18:21:00.000-08:00

My friend, Kasey, being the sweet mom that she is placed a special order. She has decided that every year for Christmas she wants to give her little boy a spiritual Christmas gift. Here is the finished product of her little one looking toward Christ. He is our light and He is the way. Thank you Kasey, for giving me the opportunity to take part in such a special project.

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Can you say HEARTBREAKER?

2009-04-14T13:42:00.000-07:00

I wish I had a scanner versus taking photographs of my pictures, but I guess this will do. The originals look much better. Anywho, this is Jack and isn't he handsome? He has these eyelashes that go on for miles. And his hair, don't get me started....those curly locks. I'm sure envious.

I think this is one of my favorite portraits.

everyone loves a brown eyed girl

2008-11-08T13:27:00.001-08:00

Haliegh

Doesn't he just exude wisdom?

2008-10-29T10:21:00.000-07:00

I drew this portrait in high school. I decided on this subject since it is so different than what I usually draw.

looking back

2008-10-23T03:14:00.000-07:00

My little sis and I have been best friends all our lives, so when she got married I wanted to do something special for her. This is what I came up with.

"Our portrait was a surprise wedding gift, and I was blown away by the likeness of the sketch to our real selves. Something about having it done as a portrait just seemed to be more of a tribute than a photo ever could be. Words can't do it justice."

miss shelby

2008-10-21T16:43:00.001-07:00

Isn't she a cutie??? You should meet her in person. Pretty sure she'll be breaking hearts. My husband was best friends with her daddy growing up

"I love it!!! I cannot believe how much it looks like her! The hair, the eyes, the mouth, everything is perfect. You are so talented, thank you so much!"

Aves and Bree

2008-10-21T16:33:00.000-07:00

Just before the delivery of my sister's third child I decided this would be a fun gift to surprise her with. Since I started this portrait years ago I thought it was about time to finish it!

"So beautiful and lifelike. This drawing helps me remember the details of my children's baby faces."

In Sweet Remembrance

2008-10-21T16:25:00.000-07:00

When my good friend asked if I would be interested in drawing a portrait of his grandparents and brother I was honored. The Richards family is truely full of strength. Within a matter of months they mourned the passing of their grandparents and youngest son.

Grandpa and Grandma Harris

Tim