When Rolinda Sharples was ten years old, her mother encouraged her to draw by giving her daughter money for the efforts. The motivation worked. At thirteen Rolinda was accomplished enough to sell some of her artwork to others. Later, Rolinda supported herself with her art. Not a small accomplishment, and particularly fascinating for me because Rolinda was born in 1793.
Although she was born in England, Rolinda’s family moved to the United States when she was very young. At around age eighteen, she moved back to England with her recently widowed mother, Ellen.
At some point, Rolinda painted a portrait of her mother, and it’s an amazing depiction due to the elaborate dress and the artistry.
My guess is that Rolinda’s mother was astute in both art, motherhood, and business matters—and that the two women were quite close.
For me, that’s a happy ending.
Although she was born in England, Rolinda’s family moved to the United States when she was very young. At around age eighteen, she moved back to England with her recently widowed mother, Ellen.
At some point, Rolinda painted a portrait of her mother, and it’s an amazing depiction due to the elaborate dress and the artistry.
My guess is that Rolinda’s mother was astute in both art, motherhood, and business matters—and that the two women were quite close.
For me, that’s a happy ending.
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