Wednesday 4 February 2015

Motherly Love



Oil painting on board 8in. x 6in. SOLD

My husband and I had the wonderful privilege recently of witnessing something truly amazing....this mother cow and her lovely calf were lying in the morning sun, enjoying the closest cuddle, the calf sleeping on her mother's chest, their legs intertwined, such a peaceful , idyllic scene.  We have spent a great part of our lives around animals, including cows and calves and have seen how strong the maternal bond can be, but we have never seen this before.  It was such a magic moment, I just had to paint them.  This calf is the first for this particular cow and she is such a doting new mother.  This was a moment that just had to be shared!