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"Troyce's Heart", original mixed media painting by Colorado artist, Donna L. Martin

Troyce's Heart
 
 
 
 



 

This is an original mixed media piece that was specially created for a little baby boy that will be undergoing heart surgery next month.  He has been through such a rough time already, but he has a strong family and a contagious smile! 

His Grandmother wanted me to create something special for his Mom and Dad as they travel this journey.  I was honored when she asked me to do this piece.  Through the years I've always felt close to her, even with all the twists and turns our lives have taken.  She and her family hold a special place in my heart.

I have no idea where the inspiration for this piece came from.  Even the colors are nothing like what I had originally planned.  Doug Collins, from Redeemwood provided the small wooden pallet that the heart was constructed on.  It seemed like the perfect special touch for this piece.  There are quite a few layers of paper, paint, molding paste, and burlap.  The round knob in the middle of the heart was made by a friend of mine, Wrenn Boulton, who does amazing fused glass pieces.  To me it symbolized fusion of the heart into one complete, beautiful creation...kind of like Troyce's heart. 

This little piece will soon be on it's way to Texas.  I hope it will hold special meaning for Troyce's Mom, Dad, and Grandmother.  Please pray for this family and Troyce's upcoming surgery.

I would love to hear your feedback, so please email me with any comments or if you are interested in a commissoned piece!
 
saltlightwatercolors@yahoo.com
 
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  1. AnonymousJuly 16, 2014 at 1:53 PM

    This is beautiful art, and will be so healing for the boy and his parents.

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  2. Linsey RJuly 21, 2014 at 11:38 AM

    What a lovely and heartfelt piece. It's absolutely beautiful and very inspiring too! Thank you for sharing it with us! :)

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  3. Linsey RJuly 21, 2014 at 11:42 AM

    PS- I will be praying for Troyce, his family and for a positive outcome in the upcoming surgery. I think this is such a kind way to show your support--it's a very comforting work of art and it would mean the world to me to receive something so thoughtful during this difficult time for this family. You are very inspiring!!! God bless YOU!!

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    1. Donna Martin Fine ArtJuly 22, 2014 at 10:38 AM

      Wow, Linsey...thank you so much. Your kind words mean the world to me. And especially, thank you , for keeping Troyce and his family in your prayers.

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