Something happened on Christmas day that was such a surprise. I was painting my dog, Steve. It was a delightful Christmas morning. I had my favorite jazz album on, First Time! The Count Meets The Duke, I was sipping coffee working on the little painting. I was having a blast.
As I was working, a text came in. I picked up my phone, nudged my glasses up and saw a number I did not know. I opened the text, and saw a photo of a woman, holding a painting I recognized immediately. It was Pringle, Emily’s dog. Her husband, Cory, had commissioned me to paint a watercolor portrait of Pringle. He wanted something whimsical and colorful. He mentioned it was for his wife. So when I saw the photo, a huge smile flickered across my face.
Emily was so touched by her painting of Pringle, she text me Christmas morning. Here’s what she said…
“Nathan, you are an amazing artist! You captured Pringle perfectly. And, I LOVE the colors. It was such a touching surprise, the tears were flowing! Thank you!”
Receiving that text from Emily meant so much to me and warmed my heart. I was so glad she loved the colors and whimsical nature of the painting. It was such a great feeling, knowing that what I created connected at such a deep level with who it was created for. That is why I am an artist. That’s my goal with each painting I create.
Learning that Emily loved her painting so much was a Christmas surprise and gift all rolled into one. In fact, it was my favorite gift that Christmas morning.
As I sat back down to paint, sip my coffee and sing along with the jazz, a huge smile remained on my face.
