Captivated.
Follow-up post to Part 1 here and mention here, slight change in thematic direction.
Words cannot describe the beauty that is the North Carolina Core Banks and to be able to work on a special (treasure) map for a special couple on location was a tremendously wonderful experience. Giant oak trees, boat rides, beautiful shells (Inspired Monday post to come), crystal clear turquoise waters, bait balls, fishing, seafood and great company!
The Original
This is the original painting, measuring 30″ x 11″ on thick watercolor paper. The idea was to work on a jewel-toned wedding map with pirate treasure map influences (the notorious Blackbeard once lived in the area) that would highlight the beautiful oak tree the couple will be wedding under, and would be an extra-special keepsake gift for their guests.
A Pirate History
The map would show all the important places for the wedding and point out noteworthy local attractions for out-of-town visitors. The towns in the vicinity were founded in the early 1700s and are one of the oldest towns in the country.
Wedding under a giant oak tree.
The wedding ceremony would take place under this giant oak tree and the couple wanted to include it in the map. What a lovely symbol of longevity in love!
Fun
Fun activities for the reception to entice guests.
Polaris
The stylized north symbol with the personalized wedding logo.
Ditty
I suggested a ditty for the map greeting, and the bride came up with this awesome poem above!
Please tune in next time for Part 3, the making of the keepsake map from the original painting…..