tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2891643331061427318.post129755681706605754..comments2024-03-23T08:53:29.282-07:00Comments on The Watercolour Log: Evie by Gerard Hendriks.Peter Wardhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07451951778074071828noreply@blogger.comBlogger25125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2891643331061427318.post-49739197236877743072012-08-20T04:58:03.604-07:002012-08-20T04:58:03.604-07:00You finally made it Jan! It is inspiring isn't...You finally made it Jan! It is inspiring isn't it. I have another portrait finished of Evie which I think is much better than my previous effort and it will be posted soon. However I now turn to trying to produce something worthwhile for Harvey and Mackenzie.Peter Wardhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07451951778074071828noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2891643331061427318.post-66613615869425836482012-08-20T04:25:17.400-07:002012-08-20T04:25:17.400-07:00Wow Peter, what a response to Evie's portrait ...Wow Peter, what a response to Evie's portrait and it is indeed a heartwarming story. It has also inspired me to have another go at painting my granddaughter Evie Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10336009446808140726noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2891643331061427318.post-74189476816135344922012-08-19T01:59:33.611-07:002012-08-19T01:59:33.611-07:00Welcome Helena and thank you for commenting. I'...Welcome Helena and thank you for commenting. I've looked at your blog and bookmarked it. Always nice to meet fellow fanatics.Peter Wardhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07451951778074071828noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2891643331061427318.post-64678690143433457682012-08-19T00:33:22.257-07:002012-08-19T00:33:22.257-07:00Hi Peter
I found your blog by just googling around...Hi Peter<br />I found your blog by just googling around and im glad I did:) Its always funny to find others who have à big and genuine interest in Watercolor! <br />Im à big fanatic painter myself and if you got the time you are welcome to visit My blog:)<br />Kind regards Helena ÖhmanHELENA TROVAJ (fd Öhman)https://www.blogger.com/profile/12846932306805730279noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2891643331061427318.post-57871139258099053302012-08-15T12:05:36.312-07:002012-08-15T12:05:36.312-07:00Thanks for commenting Trevor. I think you sum it u...Thanks for commenting Trevor. I think you sum it up very well.Peter Wardhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07451951778074071828noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2891643331061427318.post-84601168967545911152012-08-15T02:17:47.506-07:002012-08-15T02:17:47.506-07:00A stunning portrait by Gerard.
A lovely story.
A l...A stunning portrait by Gerard.<br />A lovely story.<br />A lovely gesture which I am sure will stay with you for ever.<br />There are indeed some nice people in this world.<br />Regards<br />TrevorTrevor Lingardhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17296017013239522340noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2891643331061427318.post-51967490314154051192012-08-14T05:16:25.098-07:002012-08-14T05:16:25.098-07:00True Laura!True Laura!Peter Wardhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07451951778074071828noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2891643331061427318.post-33079231159442041132012-08-14T04:14:16.407-07:002012-08-14T04:14:16.407-07:00Wow lucky you Peter. :-)Wow lucky you Peter. :-)Laurahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16709571152864645964noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2891643331061427318.post-17856907234333103352012-08-14T01:16:33.103-07:002012-08-14T01:16:33.103-07:00Thanks Irena. It is a great heartwarming story isn...Thanks Irena. It is a great heartwarming story isn't it. He is a super man. I've only communicated with Gerard by e-mail but he comes across as so modest and nice. Peter Wardhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07451951778074071828noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2891643331061427318.post-87814762254288426202012-08-14T01:14:18.101-07:002012-08-14T01:14:18.101-07:00Nice of you to say so John. It isn't exactly t...Nice of you to say so John. It isn't exactly the same though as I'm not Gerard Hendricks.Peter Wardhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07451951778074071828noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2891643331061427318.post-24753611596027754212012-08-14T00:58:08.771-07:002012-08-14T00:58:08.771-07:00Peter,
Now you know what it feels like. You did ex...Peter,<br />Now you know what it feels like. You did exactly the same for me with your painting of my Great Grandfather.<br />There are many generous gentlemen within our chosen pastime / profession and you are one - what goes around comes around.<br />Beautiful painting!<br />Cheers<br />JohnJohn Softlynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2891643331061427318.post-42251796625300606532012-08-14T00:50:42.124-07:002012-08-14T00:50:42.124-07:00What a heartwarming story. Such a generous and lo...What a heartwarming story. Such a generous and lovely man.Irenanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2891643331061427318.post-9902074511878113852012-08-13T23:41:10.447-07:002012-08-13T23:41:10.447-07:00A charming man and a true gentleman indeed Oscar.A charming man and a true gentleman indeed Oscar.Peter Wardhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07451951778074071828noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2891643331061427318.post-26225763829150832932012-08-13T23:40:26.731-07:002012-08-13T23:40:26.731-07:00It is amazing isn't it Carmen. I think this is...It is amazing isn't it Carmen. I think this is a one in a thousand happening.Peter Wardhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07451951778074071828noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2891643331061427318.post-7095288890299299722012-08-13T23:39:04.837-07:002012-08-13T23:39:04.837-07:00I wouldn't dream of comparing my effort with t...I wouldn't dream of comparing my effort with that of Gerards Mick. I only wish I could.Peter Wardhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07451951778074071828noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2891643331061427318.post-13932499246434602432012-08-13T23:37:57.581-07:002012-08-13T23:37:57.581-07:00Quite right ray. I was blown away by it. I'm s...Quite right ray. I was blown away by it. I'm still staggered by Gerards generosity.Peter Wardhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07451951778074071828noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2891643331061427318.post-77714366896250979242012-08-13T19:51:21.507-07:002012-08-13T19:51:21.507-07:00A true gentleman.A true gentleman.Oscar Solishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05266668061798353541noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2891643331061427318.post-87667734114112604552012-08-13T15:46:02.084-07:002012-08-13T15:46:02.084-07:00I am constantly amazed by stories like this but al...I am constantly amazed by stories like this but also love reading them so much. What a fabulous thing to do and a gorgeous (and HUGE) portrait at that. Lovely to read this :)Carmen https://www.blogger.com/profile/07968725221313800020noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2891643331061427318.post-43931979606347262222012-08-13T15:40:56.535-07:002012-08-13T15:40:56.535-07:00That's one of the loveliest stories I've h...That's one of the loveliest stories I've heard in a long time and if I dare say it he's done a better job than we saw from yourself. Marvellous.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09350381570737387904noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2891643331061427318.post-21972848699539107642012-08-13T14:42:14.746-07:002012-08-13T14:42:14.746-07:00You must have been blown away Peter. The likeness ...You must have been blown away Peter. The likeness is perfect and the colours go so well. The mouth ties it all together.Ray Maclachlan Arthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16542553965601642263noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2891643331061427318.post-29811934088908483162012-08-13T14:39:47.571-07:002012-08-13T14:39:47.571-07:00What can I say Delilah and Sharon you've both ...What can I say Delilah and Sharon you've both said it for me.Peter Wardhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07451951778074071828noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2891643331061427318.post-8788114036586964882012-08-13T14:22:16.631-07:002012-08-13T14:22:16.631-07:00I LOVE stories like this - how wonderful - it real...I LOVE stories like this - how wonderful - it really puts your faith back in human nature when sometimes all we here is bad things, you and Evie must be thrilled - it's a big piece too, what a lovely guy!Sharon Whitleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00403989834480218330noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2891643331061427318.post-76516140718498686092012-08-13T14:01:26.251-07:002012-08-13T14:01:26.251-07:00What an amazing portrait and a wonderful gift for ...What an amazing portrait and a wonderful gift for you and your grand daughter.<br /><br />artisthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08815102383391759565noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2891643331061427318.post-16519524729135803732012-08-13T10:40:53.784-07:002012-08-13T10:40:53.784-07:00Yes Judy we are.Yes Judy we are.Peter Wardhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07451951778074071828noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2891643331061427318.post-89426736859793726932012-08-13T10:14:34.815-07:002012-08-13T10:14:34.815-07:00Wow Peter, what kind and generous gesture! The por...Wow Peter, what kind and generous gesture! The portrait is really amazing! You and Evie must be delighted!Judyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14715473069364081174noreply@blogger.com