The Family Tree, scratchboard and ink, 10 x 8 in., 2020
So, I had planned on making a Covid-19 series and started this piece. And then my mother-in-law got the virus and died from it. And 2 weeks later my father died from it. And then my mother got it. She is recovering at home. I didn’t work on this piece for a while. I am not sure I have it in me to make a series. This piece is for our parents.
Nancy, this image appeared in my email feed and I immediately loved it, so beautiful and intricate. Then I read your words. I am so sorry to hear of what your family has gone through – to lose one close family member, then another so soon must have been very hard to bear. The US is in such a sad state with this awful virus. I do hope you will be able to continue with this series, it is such a wonderful tribute to your parents.
Thank you Anna. Since I admire your art so much it always means a lot to me when you have good things to say about my work. Thank you for what you said about my losses. It has been a very difficult time for my family. It is a tough time here in NYC.
NYC must be a very scary place to be right now – SO sad. It is one of my favourite cities in the world, the people are so full of energy, its just a great city. One day this will be all over, but it will have such a terrible impact. I’m thinking of you.
Thanks so much Anna.
So very sorry, Nancy. This piece is special. Perhaps you can return to the series when more time has elapsed,
Thanks so much Annie. I hope that I will be able to return to the series.
Nancy I am so sorry to hear of your losses! My heart goes out to you and your family. Your art is outstanding as always. Stay safe.
Thank you very much much. I appreciate your kind words.