One of my absolute heroes has passed....

Today I learned of the passing of one of my artistic heroes - Georgia Deaver. I am so saddened to hear of her passing through the Friends of Calligraphy, a calligraphic guild I've been a member of for many years. Georgia Deaver was and is an inspiration to me..and she had been someone I had admired throughout my years in college. Right after graduating, I decided to set my foot out into the freelance world, and I wrote a letter to Ms. Deaver asking for any advice on the subject. She wrote back to me. I remember how powerful that event was in my life..to receive words of wisdom and kindness from someone so acclaimed and established as her. I was able to attend one of her calligraphy workshops, and her sweet and kind nature blew me away along with her effortless skills and talent. To witness a master at her craft is something I view as a special gift in my lifetime.
If you are not familiar with Ms. Deaver's work, please visit: georgiadeaver.com
A sprinkling of her amazing work: All works © Georgia Deaver

My condolences to her family and friends of her passing. I will miss her amazing work but will continue to be inspired by what she has left for all of us to enjoy.