"I Gave You Life, and You Gave Me Strength"

Every life is deeply connected to life around it. This is especially true within families. I was thinking about the connection between mother and child when I painted this piece, but I think that the sentiment I intended it to convey applies to many kinds of relationships. Personally, I have never experienced motherhood, but I still feel that my life is permanently connected to future generations. The thought of children still to come--my own or otherwise--gives me a potent sense of courage and motivation. In this way, the unborn change lives before they enter life itself. I find this inspiring. Also inspiring is the selfless service of mothers, fathers, and caregivers of all kind who sacrifice for the little people in their stewardship. They, too, provide courage and motivation to a tired world.
 
Details:
The original painting and print reproductions are available. Here is some additional information about each option:
 
Original painting:
The size of the artwork is 8 x 10 inches. I also package my original paintings with a 11" x 14" framing mat so that they are ready to be framed upon arrival. I painted this piece by hand using professional watercolor paints on archival watercolor paper. The artwork is signed with my name and the year that I painted it. 
 
Print reproduction:
My matte prints measure 8 x 10 inches. They are giclée (high-quality inkjet printing) prints on fine art paper. Prints do not come with framing mats. I sign every print by hand with archival-quality ink.