N0128-O -  9 X 11 Open Edition*: $45.00

Much more than just instructors, coaches often become close friends...someone their students can confide in. Coaches take great pride in their students, and experience the highs and lows of competitions and tests along with their students. The coaches and volunteers in figure skating are the backbone of the sport.

   
Inspiration

N0129-O -  11 X 16 Open Edition*: $49.95

Dreaming of her own future, this little skater is totally absorbed as she watches the older girl glide gracefully across the ice. The hours of practice and dedication required to be successful in figure skating seem less formidable when you have someone to inspire you. It could be a professional in an ice show or someone you know personally but it still begins with one small step.
   

N0131-O -  8 1/2 X 11 Open Edition*: $45.00

It was just a short time ago that she needed your help to lace up her skates. They grow up so quickly and each act of independence brings a small pang of regret. As she skates onto the ice for her first competition, you are filled with nervous pride and amazement. Your little girl alone on that huge ice surface - smiling and confident.

N0051-O -  7 1/2 X 11 Open Edition*: $45.00

This is the most exciting part of a skater's program. It allows them to display their originality and personality along with the required elements. It allows the special feelings and presence of each skater to shine through to the audience.

N0062-O -  8 1/2 X 11 Open Edition*: $45.00

Watching a group of skaters, each on her own "patch", practicing figures in silent concentration, was a very calming experience. Today school figures are no longer a required element. However, to millions of skaters around the world, the countless hours of practice and discipline required to produce perfect figures will be fondly remembered.

N0203-F - Postcard size print in 8x10 frame: $45.00
N0203-O -  8 X 8 Open Edition*: $45.00

The beauty in pairs figure skating is difficult to match. The graceful, powerful movements of the skaters performing their jumps, lifts and spins are breath-taking. In this painting I have tried to capture a fleeting, dramatic moment as the skaters stop momentarily in a quick passionate embrace.

N0130-F - Postcard size print in 8x10 frame: $45.00
N0130-O -  8 X 9 1/2 Open Edition: $45.00

This young pair have just finished their first dance together. After long hours of practicing steps and changing holds, they have finally mastered it. As they end with a smile of congratulations to each other, they look forward to what the next dance will bring.

N0008-O -  8 X 9 1/2 Open Edition*: $45.00

From huge bear hugs to tiny baby hugs, they come in all sizes. This young mother's affectionate embrace of her child, as he nestles into her, is obviously pleasurable to mother and child. In the midst of an affectionate hug, whether the giver or receiver, is a warm safe place to be.

N0070-O -  8 X 13 1/2 Open Edition*: $45.00

Sometimes a shortage of free hands can be a problem when raising a family. This resourceful mother has found large families of teddies much easier to manage.