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Untitled,
October 1998
This is just a modest beginning. Note the extensive use of earthtones and
the repeated lenticular strokes. What could she be saying here? |
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"Letter
to Kim", late 1998
Here the artist tries her hand at writing. This is clearly a love letter to her new
babysitter, Kim. The translation was provided by Melissa's teacher, Mrs. Klear. |
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"Faces",
late 1998
The Thiringer family, I believe, looking a bit hollow. Looks more like the
"Casper the Ghost" family. |
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"Mommy
& Daddy & Melissa & Stephen", December 1998
Here we have a full-bodied artist's depiction of the entire family. I think I'm the
big fat one in the middle. With the scribbles on it. |
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"Me
With Toenail Polish", late 1998
An instant classic. |
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"Sammy",
early 1999
Here Sam -- the family pet, and favorite model from the animal kingdom -- poses for
Melissa. Here we are also fortunate to have the artist's comments documented forever
on the canvas. |
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"Our
New House", early 1999
Contrary to popular belief, this painting represents our future home, NOT our current
home. You can tell by the large central staircase and multiple levels, of which our
current home has neither. |
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"That's
Sammy Too", early 1999
Yet another depiction of the family pet, this time in red. Note the detailed facial
features and the semblance of fur on the shoulders. |
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"Mrs.
Klear", Spring 1999
A lovely portrait of the beloved teacher, complete with facial features, belly button,
fingers (12) and toes (9). |
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"Me
and My House", Spring 1999
A joyful self-portrait, running barefoot in the freshly-cut Spring lawn.
Interestingly, the painting appears unfinished. Who is the lone face that floats
hauntingly next to the artist? We may never discover the truth...` |
