Wednesday, May 25, 2016
Bob was a wonderful friend at Peter's watercolor class on Saturday mornings. We often chatted about a variety of things--his beautiful paintings, his insightful photographs from his many travels, my latest problems with my current painting, his French class, and always his love of his family.
Bob was a gifted, realist painter of landscapes, architecture, portraits, and animals were among his many subjects--most of which were based on his own, beautiful photography. He was a patient, dedicated painter who often spent weeks on very detailed paintings. We, his classmates, were often amazed by and always impressed with his beautiful paintings. He also was always willing to help classmates who asked with advice on how to achieve their vision for their own paintings or how to fix the latest painting crisis. He was a happy, upbeat presence in class who had many friends.
Bob's love of his family shone through any conversation I had with him. He often mentioned how priviledged he was to have his wife in his life. And he really lit up when he talked about his grandchildren...they were always his favorite subject. He would eagerly anticipate his trips to see them for weeks, then share little stories about them when he returned. I am very sad that his family has been deprived of his loving presence.
I am also sad that we will no longer have Bob's bright, happy contenance in class, be able to benefit from his advice or be inspired by his intricate, wonderful paintings. I will miss my friend, as will our class. Watercolor class will not be the same without him. The world is a lesser place for his loss. God rest his soul in peace.
