Original oil painting by Liz Vaughn. "Kindness Radiates". I was asked to design a bench for a lovely local organization, for their annual Celebration of Kindness fundraiser. To say that this was way out of my comfort zone is an understatement. That being said, with the help of their expert team, my painting came to life in the form of a mosaic bench.
"Magical folklore tales are often the fabric that bind us together. The Jackalope is no exception, and feels especially close to our Sonoran roots. Our sacred desert presents us with so many gifts, each one radiating a special kindness."
Details: My original painting was traced and transferred to paper, then carefully cut into individual pieces. Next, I glazed each piece, and then they were fired. I reglazed some pieces to deepen the color, and then they were fired again. None of this would have been possible without the expert guidance and patience of @lil_e_mecca and the staff @bensbells. They were amazing to work with!
The bench was auctioned off successfully, and now the painting can be released to further spread kindness!
Created: 2025
Dimensions:
24 inches wide by 12 inches high by 1.5" inches deep. Painted on all sides, ready for hanging, no frame necessary.
Materials used:
Oil paint on canvas.