Ah a tribute to mothers everywhere who sell their children 's art for naught.

What pray tell would we collectors do without you Moms?

Teresa Prator "New Mexico" oil on wood 1986. Teresa Prator is an art professor over in South Carolina - do a google and take a peak at her work in charcoal - its to die for! I am going to call this an early work of a truly great artist - but on close examination what first passes for someone's quick oil on wood is anything but = there is a definite engagement beteew the imperfections of the plank and the exercise of the artists brush. One of those paintings that lokes better each time one takes the time to well - look.

Would you believe 50 cents? Thanks Mom.
cpyrght John Sebastian 2004