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She represented several manufacturing lines. Initially, I was not interested in buying anything
from her. But she represented Vietri, an Italian line of pottery and plates. I enjoyed dealing with Arlene and pretty soon we became great friends. Through the years Arlene worked in my store. Her artistic talents were flowing from every finger. She could merchandise, decorate and make long flowing strings of bows. She knew how to help and make my job easier. Arlene was great with me, my employees and customers. Everyone liked her. I was blessed. Then one day she announced her husband, Don, was being transferred and they were moving to Arizona. Ouch! I missed her very much. However, whenever I needed her help she would drive over for a week, especially during the holidays and help me! She worked hard and tirlessly. A wonderful friend and a very talented lady. One day a few years ago she picked up a paint brush and started painting. I am delighted to present her work on my Crooked Stick Cottage Calendar Home Page and here.
ARLENE'S BIO FROM HER WEB PAGE
My recent works focus on the abstract qualities of landscapes. My paintings are stared by using mold paste, carving my surface, and then painting with oil. I aspire to have my paintings reach beyond words,
perhaps to transcend the landscape to a deeper place. The shapes, movements, and rhythms of the canyon walls in the southwest are my source of inspiration.
Arlene is married to a wonderful man, Don. They are retired. Originally, from Illnois they loved living in Orange County but now are in love with Arizona. Arlene has always had a horse and enjoys riding. She is a very talented lady. Her personality is bright and fun and most of all real. She is one of the happiest people I have ever met.
Love You Arlene!!!!!!!!!!
