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by AnnaJo Vahle
$70.00
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This is an acrylic portrait of my late husband. He served in the United States Navy for nearly 30 years. He was covered with all kinds of tattoos. ... more
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This is an acrylic portrait of my late husband. He served in the United States Navy for nearly 30 years. He was covered with all kinds of tattoos. I didn't paint all of them. Some of them reflect memories of where he traveled or served. Some of them are pretty silly. For instance, the “Hey you” and “Who me?” cartoons on his chest are quite goofy. He got all of them long before I met him. The masted ship in the middle of his chest seems so typical of a sailor.
He didn't usually have a beard. He did for a few months when I painted this portrait. He was a regular reader. I painted him sitting in front of some of my books, a favorite place of his. He was reading as I painted. It was a bit fun to show the book cover of the dictionary as a beat up mess. It was obviously a well-used book in our home.
I mostly painted this as he “posed” for me. Just as I was engrossed in my painting, he was engrossed in his reading. Despite the many details inv...
Although born in upstate New York, I grew up mostly in Nevada and California. The fabulous panoramic views of the far west inspired me to begin painting and photographing it’s beauty. I’ve lived in various areas in the states and in Europe but always had the desire to express through painting and photography. While living in the Mediterranean, I was especially influenced by the great Renaissance art and the chiaroscuro work of Caravaggio. I began with oils, worked with a wide variety of mediums but now mostly work in acrylic, oils, and photography. I studied mostly engineering in college but ended up with a degree in Technical Illustration, one in Psychology after several moves and colleges, one in Art Education. My experience as a...
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Deborah A Andreas
Such a touching portrait, for many reasons. Especially now that I read your description. I am sorry for your loss. Through your wonderful talent to paint, your love for your late husband is evident and keeps his memory alive for years to come. I love the detail in this painting and could look on at it for quite a while. Love the books and how some of them lean. And I love the print on the page of the book that he is reading. But I must say, for me, when I first saw this painting, the song "Son of a son of a Sailor, popped into my head! Do you know it? By the late Jimmy Buffett! Your husband even resembles Jimmy a bit. : ) L/F/V
Jim Cook
Such a terrific painting that reflects your love of him. L,F
AnnaJo Vahle replied:
Thank you, Jim.
Alla Savinkov
Beautiful portrait! Excellent work! L/F
AnnaJo Vahle replied:
Thank you, Alla.
Michael Durst
A beautiful portrait. You have really capture his essence
AnnaJo Vahle replied:
Thank you, Michael.
Monte Arnold
I love this, AnnaJo. The beard really suits him, and this is a great way to keep memories bright in our minds. Sorry for your loss as well, it's a helluva thing to go through. Much Love-💔😢
AnnaJo Vahle replied:
Thank you, Monte.
Nina Silver
This is magnificent! What a wonderful treasure for you to have.
AnnaJo Vahle replied:
Thank you, Nina.
Laurel Adams
MASTERFULLY Rendered AnnaJo, Magnificent...v...best to you LF
AnnaJo Vahle replied:
Thank you, Laurel.
Belinda Low
Beautiful work! Love all the details! F/L
AnnaJo Vahle replied:
Thank you, Belinda.
Linda Howes
Wonderful painting of your husband Anna, and I enjoyed the story too! l/f
AnnaJo Vahle replied:
Thank you, Linda.
Regina Geoghan
What a wonderful portrait and thanks for sharing the story with it. I'm so glad that you have this treasure. L/F
AnnaJo Vahle replied:
Thank you, Regina.
Joan Stratton
Congratulations on being selected for this week's Showcased artist :)
AnnaJo Vahle replied:
Thank you, Joan. I am honored.
Lyric Lucas
CONGRATULATIONS AnnaJo! I have chosen this excellent unique and creative image to be "SHOWCASED" at the top of the Home Page in the "Out Of The Ordinary 1 A Day" group! L/F/PIN 2/11/19- 2/25/19
AnnaJo Vahle replied:
Thank you very much, Lyric. I am pleased and honored.
Jeff Iverson
Great work!
AnnaJo Vahle replied:
Thank you ever so much, Jeff.
John Malone
Congratulations! Your skillful and interesting painting has been FEATURED on our Homepage!
AnnaJo Vahle replied:
Thank you, John. I am delighted.
Madalena Lobao-Tello
My today feature and favorite on WP group. Shared on Facebook. Great portrait. Very well done.
AnnaJo Vahle replied:
Thank you very much, Madalena. I am always delighted to hear from you.
Sharon Duguay
wonderful portrait work AnnaJo l/f & my favorite for today in Women Painters
AnnaJo Vahle replied:
Thank you, Sharon. I am honored.
David Neace
Congratulations, your work is featured on the homepage of "Created by My Hands"
AnnaJo Vahle replied:
Thank you very much, David. I am honored.
Laurel Adams
What a beautiful tribute to your husband, AnnaJo. I can feel the love in this painting. When one loves something, it is quickly FLOWING and non-contrived. Beautiful! One can almost feel him looking up from his pages and giving you a wink and half smile! L/F
AnnaJo Vahle replied:
Thank you, Laurel.