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Wednesday, February 16, 2011

Painting #4 Mouse Love - Claire

Thinking of Valentine's Day reminded me of a cute Messenger of Love that my parents used through the years to deliver their messages of love to each other. We never had real mice at my home growing up, but through the years there were many mice on cards and notes, and little mice figurines in the house. Since Dad passed away in 2001, I've taken over for him and I periodically find a special mouse to give my mom. She has even given me a few. I'm quite fond of the "Charming Tails" figurines that often feature mice, and I decided that one would be a good model for my page. The only problem was that I couldn't remember which Valentine Mice that Mom has... (and I didn't have any pictures of her mice). So, I searched the internet for a Charming Tails mouse to use as a model for my sketch. This Cheese guy looked so cute that not only did I sketch and paint him.... but I also ordered one to give Mom for Valentine's Day. Just a little surprise.... I had for her this year.

3 comments:

Mermaid's Palette said...

Love your mouse sketch and the story behind it!
Sheryl

Kelly said...

Claire...this is just so darn cute. His expression is pure love... Also, so sweet that you've picked up your parents secret. It must have made your mom so happy to see it!

Elva Paulson said...

Your mouse is sweet, Claire! I bet his heart warmed your mother's heart.