Toads and Diamonds II after Gordon Laite

The elder daughter ran home. "Oh Mother--" she began. At once two horrid toads hopped from her mouth, and two slimy snakes slithered to the ground. The daughter was so frightened that she ran into the woods. She was never heard from again. So ends Gordon Laite week. Hope you have enjoyed these illustrations in his honor. My granddaughter has an early day today so I rushed to get this one done--(as the rude daughter rushes into the woods)...
Whoops! I forgot to paint her little foot! Well, she won't get too far.
Watercolor 6"x 6"
$120 matted / $160 matted & framed

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Toads and Diamonds after Gordon Laite

"I'm sorry I'm late, Mother," said the pretty daughter. As she spoke, two diamonds, two pearls, and a red rose fell from her mouth. Painting Gordon Laite's illustrations have been fun--like going back through time to my childhood, but also check out the style of dress. Look at that hat the mother has on! Or that puffy shirt/jacket--cool. As a child, this story didn't make much sense to me. I have a strong gag reflex, so hacking up diamonds, pearls and roses seemed more like a curse than a gift.
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Watercolors 6"x 6"