A prospective client requested me to make samples using the style of Dore's art. It was a big challenge as the artist's style was exceptional. Deep in my heart, I knew I couldn't give a perfect match. The least I could do was to study his style through the link of images provided by the client...and hope the client was not looking for Dore's twin. Hah! While I was doing this, I came across Dore's biography. He was famous during the mid 1800's. In my humble way of paying respect to him and my being a loyal prayer warrior for the souls in Purgatory, I included him in my family's list of the Souls whom we pray for regularly...promising him prayers and mass offerings.
Over the weekend I made the first sample. The final piece didn't come close to Dore's unique style. My eldest son commented I need to do another one and apply improvements even if the client asked only for sketches. So, I complied. Like the first sample, I made again an original concept and layout. While working on the 2nd sample, I prayed silently asking for Dore's assistance so I could do justice to his style. Early yesterday morning, I was doing the finishing touches. Maybe he heard me as in a little while, I was experiencing ease in my pencil strokes. I even felt his hand guiding me especially in difficult corners. At this point, I was aware that the pencils strokes were different from mine. My son was amazed of my progress.
The work continued towards lunchtime. I was completely engulfed with the satisfaction of the results until I felt Dore whispered from the back over my left shoulder(no actual voice, but just the feeling), "Today is Monday, it's mass day for the Souls at the cemetery." I was completely stunned by the reminder. I whispered back my thanks and told "him" that his name will be included in the mass offering...which I did for the 5pm mass.
The 2nd sample:
The Light of Love
Copyright: Ramie
The first sample is at my website, www.artsehub.com, Gothic Gallery.
Tomorrow, I will post my 2nd encounter yesterday. Friends, please say a short prayer for the repose of the Soul of Gustave Dore. May God bless you and your family and most especially the Souls whom you pray for.
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