The sources of an artist’s inspiration are many – the seasons, a vision, a memory, a mood.

The special, limited edition piece on display at the desk of
Cherry City Kitties
(alongside a winter 2012 canvas and a beautiful and thoughtful card).
2013 © cherrycitykitties.com and Colehaus Cats

Last month after the sudden loss of big brother Seth, we were feeling low. Many, if not all of you, sent us hugs and purrs and good thoughts toward his memory. We read and cherished every single word. Thank you again.

Cherry City Kitties must have felt our lingering deep gloomy vibe despite all the good wishes and sent us a bottle of flower essences from Green Hope Farm specifically formulated as part of their Animal Wellness Collection for helping with feelings of grief and loss. CCK recently wrote up a wonderful post entitled help during especially sad times. We hope you find it as informative and helpful as we did.

In return for such kindness, and with Quint’s consent, we offered a very special Spring 2013 canvas painted just for them; for their friendship, concern and caring. The photo above is Quint’s art on display at the desk of Cherry City Kitties. Below are photos of Quint at work on this limited edition piece.

Thank you, Carolyn, Harry, Dexter and Tipp. A painted-paw toast to healed hearts and a wonderful friendship!

Quint painting for Cherry City Kitties – 2013 © Colehaus Cats

Canvas – check, paint palette – check – 2013 © Colehaus Cats

…and he begins. Quint paints a very special piece for Cherry City Kitties – 2013 © Colehaus Cats

Alternating hard and soft strokes, Quint paints – 2013 © Colehaus Cats

In the mirror’s reflection, Quint’s method of holding his canvas still – 2013 © Colehaus Cats

Applying the bluish-lavender color now – 2013 © Colehaus Cats

Bonus use of a left paw. His first two-paw piece! – 2013 © Colehaus Cats

Wrapping up with a few dabs of soft white color – 2013 © Colehaus Cats

Quint calls this special piece of art finished – 2013 © Colehaus Cats

Thank you for reading!