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Elle, My Belle Ballerina

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Painting by Lin Lane

Not yet as graceful as the swan she shall be but charming and delightful is Eloise to me. Trying her best to stay en pointe on tiny toes, focusing on pirouettes, she wiggles her nose. Still a bit shy when she knows others are looking. A few years more until The Royal Ballet's booking. This petite ballerina twirls in circles all around in her leotard and tutu or in her pink nightgown.

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Bill Baker

Date: 3/1/2024 4:24:00 PM

When she's older, she will appreciate this painting and the fact that in your heart you saw her as a ballerina. Love your painting with your brush and your pen, Lin. A FAV for my list. Thanks for sharing your talent with us. Hugs, Bill

Lin Lane
Date: 3/2/2024 5:17:00 AM

She started classes last month and all she wants to wear is something like she's wearing in the painting. lol Thanks for liking this duo, Bill.

Sara Etgen-Baker

Date: 3/1/2024 3:06:00 PM

A beautiful painting and poem for an adorable little ballerina. I could just picture her. You must be quite proud of her. Thanks for sharing your artwork as well as your poetic artwork. Have a splendid evening, hugs, Sara

Lin Lane
Date: 3/2/2024 5:15:00 AM

Merci, Sara. Not as content with this one as the last painting I posted of her, but I captured a still moment, and there aren't many. ;-) Have a fantastic weekend.

Jay Narain

Date: 3/1/2024 11:23:00 AM

Beautiful ballerina. Swan lake ballet in making. Great poem.

Lin Lane
Date: 3/2/2024 5:14:00 AM

Thank you very much for reading me and leaving your thoughts, Jay.

Duke Beaufort

Date: 3/1/2024 9:41:00 AM

Lin, a marvelous painting. It's a wonderful thing and seems influenced by French impressionism. The poem is humorous and a delight to read. Really a pleasure. She is so very lucky to have you and vice versa. I can see you are enjoying and making the most out of the together time. An inspiration to all.

Lin Lane
Date: 3/2/2024 5:14:00 AM

Good morning and thank you for visiting, Duke. She was born during the beginning of the pandemic and I had her for the first 10 months of her life. She's a sweet child with an inquisitive and imaginative mind. I enjoyed your insight, Duke.

Jan Allison

Date: 3/1/2024 8:12:00 AM

aww Lin this is a true gem in so many ways from your exquisite painting to the wonderful accompanying poem. i know Elle will just love this!:-) hugs Jan xx

Jan Allison
Date: 3/1/2024 9:23:00 AM

aww bless her heart she is sooooo adorable xx

Lin Lane
Date: 3/1/2024 9:17:00 AM

Thank you, Jan. She hasn't seen it yet. I think it's instilling a love of painting for her to see herself in those I paint of her. When we paint together, she no longer brushes over my strokes, but watches and tries to replicate. Now, she wants her own easel!

Daniel Henry Rodgers

Date: 3/1/2024 6:47:00 AM

Dear Lin, your poem beautifully captures the grace and innocence of Eloise as she navigates her ballet journey. The imagery of her delicate movements and determination shines through, evoking a sense of admiration and joy. Eloise's journey is depicted with charm and tenderness. Ah, the beauty in striving for our dreams. I always enjoy your poetry - Blessings, Daniel

Lin Lane
Date: 3/1/2024 6:54:00 AM

Good morning, Daniel and thank you for your generous appreciative review of this one. I took several pictures of her practicing when we were alone until with a sweet smile, she asked me if I was going to use them to paint her. ;-) She already knew I would. I place great value in your comments.