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A couple of years ago I painted a series from photos I took of a particular camellia bloom and I titled it “Vespers”. They were done in my monochromatic palette and looking back now that seems especially fitting. Many of you know I lost my mom in May 2014. Fewer of you know she was in hospice care at home during her last few months.
And it occurred to me this time, while I was painting this special camellia, that this must have been the last bloom from my mom’s garden. Wow. And, I painted it in color.
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"Being a nature lover and gardener, I was immediately drawn to Amy's paintings. The first painting I purchased was a nest containing four eggs with a butterfly perched on the side of the next. I have since purchased several more, but that one is my favorite. To me, her paintings evoke a sense of serenity—something we could all use more of in our busy lives."
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"In Amy's work, I see a sense of wonder that has been gifted to her. She paints in a way that helps and enables me to see intricate details of creation as I've never seen them before. I honestly think that her paintings have caused me to take more time to stop and look deeply into bits of nature that surround me daily. Her art has enriched my own sense of wonder."
"One of our favorite artists in all of Alabama is Amy. We love her realistic representations and dramatic use of shadowing. But more than that we just love Amy. She's always so warm and welcoming when we see her at local shows. Come out to her next show and purchase an original Amy Crews. You will not regret."
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Admire your painting so much! Loved reading your blog! So meaningful to me as my mothers health is declining.
I am so sorry that you lost your Mom at such a young age. What a beautiful story about the last bloom from her garden.
I too lost my Mom at a young age. I know for certain time does not heal the pain of our aching hearts. It’s been 35 years ago this month that my mother died and sometimes it feels like yesterday. Sometimes simple things like a song playing on the radio or a memory popping up as I play with my grandchildren and I wish she would have seen my children grow and flourish. I do feel she is with me daily. Occasionally I even chat with her.
I bet your Mom would be so proud of your accomplishments and your awesome artistic talents!
May peace be with you!❤️
She was extremely proud. My biggest cheerleader (and sometimes critic of course). Thank you for your sweet message and encouragement. It means so much! And also, I am sorry you lost your Mom at a young age. That is a great void and those who share it, understand better than anyone.