This month has been frantic, and I have not made the time to do some of the traditional paintings that I do each year. However, I did find the time last night to do an envelope for a young man who just recently gave up a year of his life, under extremely trying medical challenges, serving the people in South America. I saw him shortly after he came home and he seemed a little down for not being able to stay even longer in his service. In my eyes, however, I felt that he was very noble for sticking with it for so long, and putting people above his own condition.
I painted this little holiday envelope for him and thanked him for his service.
This is done in gouache, an acrylic background and a bit of pen and ink.
I hope that everyone has a great holiday this year. Find someone to serve and make their day a little brighter!
