Mrs. Jackalope

[The_jackalope]

If, as I believe, the goal of a portrait is to reveal the subject's character and inner landscape, I have to count this as the most successful portrait I have ever made. The photo was taken just a few days ago, and shows Mrs. Jackalope as she enters the final stage of ovarian cancer. She is completely at peace; her serenity, dignity, grace, awareness, wisdom and humour are clear. Her eyes hold no fear.

We are standing together, hand in hand on the bank of the river Styx. In the distance I can see the ferryman's light approaching. The scent of love fills the air.

[cilla4progress]

1. Lovely

woman.

[msdogi]

2. beautiful

so much love and grace in this portrait, and in you sharing. peace

[CaliforniaPeggy]

3. Oh my goodness, my dear jackalope...

She is lovely. And your beautiful words brought the sting of tears to my eyes...

[Fresh_Start]

4. Beautiful woman, beautiful portrait, beautiful tribute nt

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[alfredo]

5. I love the Mona Lisa smile.

[procon]

6. A sweet and heartfelt testament of love's enduring strength.

Thank you, The_jackalope, for sharing this poignant tribute to your lady love.

[RandomAccess]

7. Beautiful woman, beautiful portrait

Her grace, dignity and strength shine through. Thanks for sharing her with us.

[GentryDixon]

8. Beautiful.

Her strength & and your words. 💕