This painting was originally done by Philip Steele and sent to me as a postcard. I decided it would be a good lesson in values for my class. One of my students was diagnosed with a brain tumor and given a short time to live. This happened very suddenly. Her name was Jean and she came to class that day to say good-bye to all of us. She sat next to me as I painted. When I demonstrated how to do lettering I got a sudden inspiration to put her name on the boat.
I have since given the painting to her son. We all miss her.
I recently learned that the painting is hanging on her son's boat. Seems just right.
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