Little Joe Big Joe is a painting by Gene Ritchhart which was uploaded on June 30th, 2010.
Little Joe Big Joe
Well I had planned on having this piece up by Memorial Day but I just kept thinking of something that might make an impact.My intent was to pay... more
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Title
Little Joe Big Joe
Artist
Gene Ritchhart
Medium
Painting - Acrylic On Canvas Panel
Description
Well I had planned on having this piece up by Memorial Day but I just kept thinking of something that might make an impact.My intent was to pay tribute to those that have sacrificed their lives in combat and those that left a piece of themselves in the battlefield. In my painting Little Joe is meeting his name sake, Big Joe.It Had started as a soldier in uniform standing with his son ( Lttle Joe ) looking at the grave of a fallen comrade ( Big Joe). It just didn't make an impact on me. So the final metamorphisis was to drop the uniform completely and show a prosthetic leg and silk jacket showing his tour of duty. My dad was a 30 year Navy man. A part of what we learned as kids was Duty, Honor,Country. Hopefully this painting honors those that have lived and died by this credo.
Uploaded
June 30th, 2010
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Comments (8)
Kym Nippes
Love this painting Gene! It certainly touches the heart strings. Its a wonderful tribute. Thanks for honoring those who served.
MaryLillian White
GREAT painting! As you intended, Little Joe Big Joe shows Duty, Honor, Country and also honors those that have lived and died by this credo. It "touches" emotions. You have a great collection of photos and paintings.
PAUL WALSH
Hello Gene, Thank you for your comments on my page. I had a chance to view your works. I enjoyed them. This one I would have to say is my favorite! Very powerful. Nice job.
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