With Gratitude

Heartfelt gratitude to those who have touched my life and my art:

First, I give praise and thank God for the countless blessings
he brings to my life each and every day. You overwhelm me!

David, thank you for urging me to pursue my dream
and for providing constant support and encouragement.
You are always so excited about what I’m doing!  You are my love, you are my rock.

Christine and Matt, you are such wonderful blessings,
bringing incredible meaning, hope and joy to my life! You are my treasure.

To our family and friends, and especially my mom, Barbara –
whose love, friendship and encouragement are constant, I thank you.

To Patricia McMurrer Bashford, whose love for all of her nieces and nephews
helped kindle the fire in each of us.
Your warm love and sincere interest made all the difference.

To the incredible artists who have shared their time and expertise –
especially Rose Frantzen and Dan Gerhartz.  Your generosity is so appreciated.
You taught much more than art.

To the artists of the past who provide both inspiration and instruction to so many,
John Singer Sargent, Joaquin Sorolla, Cecelia Beaux, Sir Lawrence Alma-Tadema,  Abbott Handerson Thayer, J.W. Waterhouse, and John Everett Millais,  just to name a few.

To Gallery Framers who construct the perfect finishing touch to my work.
James, thanks for your encouragement and consistently excellent framing suggestions.

To my web site designer, Glenn Heino,
thank you for your professional and expert work, and incredible patience.

To my collectors, I offer sincere thanks.
I hope to offer you a glimpse of the wonder and beauty of Creation.
I am delighted you are interested,
and very honored that you have chosen my work.

Diane