Monday, December 17, 2012

Curious George

Friends requested a painting of Curious George for their baby girl's room. Their only request was a painting of the monkey with the baby's name incorporated into the painting somehow.

I selected a 12" x 12" thick canvas to paint this on. I like the thick canvas because you can hang it without a frame. I also needed it to be a reasonable size to ship to Alberta. Alberta is very expensive for shipping so I knew it shouldn't be gigantic.

Getting started...
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I was happy to hear that they loved it. I'm always nervous painting a request for others. It's different if I just paint something and someone likes it and wants it. There's no pressure. When I paint something by request, I'm always worried they have an idea in their mind and it might not be what I imagine in mine. That's just how I am.

Ready for shipping...
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2 comments:

westmaple said...

We love it so much, you seriously have no idea. I admire it every day when I go into the baby's room. I didn't really have something specific in mind aside from the two details I asked of you but when we opened up the package and saw the painting it was perfect and EXACTLY what we wanted. I can't thank you enough for such an awesome gift that will be treasured on the wall in our home for years to come.

Stacey said...

Thank you for the lovely words. It always means a lot to hear that someone likes what you've made for them. :) I was happy to do it and happier that you like it.