Yes, it's true, I am in love. Deep love. I am hoping you all fall as madly for her as I have...Her name is Jen. Jen Lobo and she is an amazingly talented artist. I think she describes herself and her inspiration best--"I like all things avian, aquatic, feathered, and furry."
Now brace yourself for some serious oohing and ahhing because if you haven't been privy to Miss Jen's work yet and you have an affinity for any of the above inspiration this is going to make you burst with emotion...
This kiwi brings me to tears. So simple a title, so powerful a visual. I just want to let this little kiwi know it's okay to be different. Tell me you aren't mesmerized by all the detail-- the wallpaper? Divine..the colors? Sublime...I told you I am in L-O-V-E!
When I wrote to Jen and professed my undying love for her, I mentioned that this image nearly had me bursting out in tears, the kiddie kind where you need to suck in your breath and wipe your runny nose with the back of your hand across your swollen face. It's a heartbreaking piece. Maybe it's supposed to be happy? But I just feel sad for the rhino and the story I have made up for him in my head.
If you liked this little gallery glimpse please do visit Miss Jen and tell her how much you like her. These paintings are truly a labor of love and I am sure she would appreciate the appreciation... (I think she thinks I am a bit kooky..) so if you can let her know that this love is real....
