Monday, December 12, 2011

A most wonderful gift...thank you Ces!

One of the most special things to me is when I hold a handmade, original piece of artwork. A few days ago, I became the recipient of a most wonderful gift..from my dear friend, Ces.

A few years ago, when I started this blog, I was visited by a smart, smart, witty, and fun lady..and I was delighted to peek at her world, Cesandherdishes. I was overwhelmed with the intricacy of her fine black and white penwork, and after a few comments back and forth, I also discovered her love of dishes, which now make so much sense to me as I can say that her gorgeous oil paintings show great love of color, much like her dishes. I've often visited Ces and contemplated what to say in my comments, as her posts make me think. She is a critical thinker, and I am so grateful that Ces is there to keep asking the tough questions, and stating her mind, as well as granting us with views of her beautifully intricate works of art.

I am so honored to have this piece, Shirley's Ant Brigade, hanging in my home for all to see. My daughters, as well as my daughter's friends, my husband, and friends and family have all stopped to peer into the world she has drawn..for there is much to discover each time you view it. I love that about Ces' work. It is multifaceted..much like Ces is herself. I am so happy to call Ces my sisterfriend - for she has been truly that as we go along this journey here in blogland as well as life...painting, creating, and thinking. A heartfelt thanks to you Ces. Tsup!

Please visit Ces and her lovely, lovely post about this most wonderful piece.

15 comments:

  1. Oh My Goodness!!! Who is that person you are talking about? Heheheh. Thank you Shirley. You are most kind!!! Hey! You deserve that very much. I only hope it is worthy of your attention. You are a wonderful artist and it is my pleasure to present it to you. I am also honored to call you sisterfriend.
    Wow, thank you for the generous and kind praise. I am truly honored.

    Hey there Mita! Tsup to you. I love you too.

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  2. Boy Shirley, YIPPPPPPPPPPPPPEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE you are blessed :) Ahh, Ces is so kind and wonderful and fantastic and a special artist that well, she makes me green with envy :) How can such a person have so many miraculous talents and combine them with charm and good looks?

    beats me! Hummph. I am going to sit in the corner now and sook :)

    But seriously, I am so pleased for you. It's a wonderful gift that you deserve fully

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  3. Oh I forgot to say what a fantastic peice of art this is . ces is indeed a grandewitch:)

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  4. Isn't it marvellous! Like an embroidery!

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  5. Whoooaaa! Who is that Andrew Finnie guy? I like him. Hehehehe!

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  6. Gosh Shirley that really is an awesome piece of art. I am sure it hangs in your home with pride.
    Jane x
    PS love your snowy banner ;0)

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  7. It's an Amazing work of art...great detail. I have seen her works before and have been amused by her creativity. You are very Lucky Shirley and that's a fabulous piece of art,Ces.
    Thanks for sharing both of you:)

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  8. wow, you are so lucky, great gift :)

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  9. Isn't that WONDROUS?! Holding an original Ces piece in person is a whole 'nother experience, isn't it? And your description of her is SPOT ON! She is amazing, and so are you!!!!

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  10. Really beautiful! Love the textures and movement!

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  11. Ohhhhhhh, she is so amazing and so are you!

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  12. Shirley, please join my giveaway!!! Tsup!

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  13. One word comes to mind when I see this piece: Incredible! Shirley, it's just amazing! I would be captivated every time I looked at it. You're right--it does have a way of drawing you in; and almost hypnotic effect! :)

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