Contrivance.
I wish thee to sketch her
in rightful shades.
Portraits sans thought
might alter a Lady.
Paint her ambitious
and thou judge her wrong.
Pencil her ugly
and thy neck gets strung.
Crayon her wistful
and that may'st not fit.
Pastel her wanton
and thou wilt regret it.
Draw her romantic
and my wishes complete.
Colour her love
and thou need'st not fear.
Portraits thus taken
met patron-contrivance.
Artists found fame
in painting wives wisely.
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Author:
Fay Slimm. (
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And it was ever thus throughout history - now we have photos 🙂 Being an artist this one resonates - a fine piece..
Yes - - I thought - being an artist that you would appreciate the wry message in this one Michael.
A fine write and pic Fay.
Many thanks Orchi.
Greetings FAY ~ BRIAN here ! Nice to communicate with you again ! I have never been asked to paint a Lady's Portrait ~ But if I am asked I will take note of your observations.
1. Colour is paramount
2. Enhance Beauty & Presence
3. Wistful NOT Wanton
4. Loving & Romantic.
For me to try to capture all Angela's attributes in Acrylic would be a Bridge too too Far !
Thanks BRIAN 😎 & ANGELA 🧡
Glad you enjoyed the comments on art contrived and agreed on Brian and you will no doubt agree that just does not apply only to days gone by !! - - Thanks for the visit and read my friend.
Fay, the imagery in your poem brings the written word to life. A wonderful write and a joy to read. 🙂
Many thanks Tamara for your encouraging support - so pleased you enjoyed the read.
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