Love at first sight

The two Marys--Mary and Mary Ann--had come to the store to see if I was interested in buying some antique books. They spotted David working on a painting outside the store, intrigued by the canvas depicting pirates on the shores of Old Tampa Bay. David was meticulously painting the vintage clothing worn by pirates in those days. His scene was in what is now known as Philippe Park in north Pinellas County. They left the books for me to evaluate. A few days later they returned to pick them up. (I wasn't interested in the books.) Again, they saw David working on his pirate painting. This time they decided they wanted it. They loved David's painstaking detail, a trait for which he is known. That was yesterday. David is finishing the painting, though not rushing. The two Marys insisted that he continue at his own pace. There are 24 pirates in the painting, each with is own distinct costuming and personality. And, of course, they're surrounded by lush Florida vegetation of another era. Another David Wm. Leonard finds a good home. Congratulations, Mary and Mary Ann. Enjoy!

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See more about David at his blog, David Wm. Leonard, Painter of Olde Florida.

See more of David's work for sale at MicklerSmith eBay Store.