I was so grateful to receive this positive feedback about my work in connection with an order of my book "Colours of the Sea". So I asked permission to share the mail here on my blog.
Well Elizabeth, what a wonderful surprise to hear from you! I imagined I was writing to a member of an office team.....
So now I can really tell you how transfixed I am by your work. Only last night, before I went to bed, I masked out some blackberry stems and some grasses ready for some experimental action today! I found your whole sailing story obviously sad but then so inspiring. Your attention to detail is a delight but the intrigue of all your different techniques is utterly fascinating.
It is the strangest and most exciting thing to be drawn instantly to a painting. That electric shot through your body and mind and a deep emotion for what you see in front of you. All I can do is thank you for creating those moments for me whenever I look at your work. I can look into your paintings time and again and always find joy and happiness. The reflections of the natural world, which forms a big part of my daily life, are all so enhanced for me by you. My eyes are opened to the beauty in a small pebble or a berry. .....
I hope the years ahead continue to give you pleasure in your work and enjoyment of sharing it with others.
With very best wishes
Sue Alexander
With very best wishes
Sue Alexander