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My Favorite Closing Gift - Painting by John Hollan

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Real Estate Broker/Owner with Rulnick Realty, Inc.

 

John Hollan Photography

"Half Life" by John Hollan

When I first walked into John and Deah Hollan's home in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida, I was struck by the exciting decor and contemporary flair.  I remember strolling into the living room, my eyes big and my smile bigger.  I turned to my right and then my jaw dropped.  There was one of the most beautiful paintings I had ever seen.  I exclaimed that I "loved" it and was truly moved!  My mother was an artist so I have always appreciated art and the creation of it.  John said he had painted it, as he had several others around the home.  I sold John and Deah's home in Pelican Bay a few months later, and they honored me by presenting  the painting to me as a "thank you".  I actually got misty-eyed at the closing to have received something so beautiful and meaningful.

 John Hollan

Here is the painting in my home.  It looks perfect on my fireplace mantel.

John Hollan is also a gifted photographer and has a studio in Gulf Place, Santa Rosa Beach, FL.  He specializes in beach photography, portraits, pet portraits, and of course, art!  You may contact John at johofoto@embarqmail.com.

 

 

 

Wendy Rulnick, Broker, Runick Realty, Inc

Destin Florida

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Comments (8)

Wendy Rulnick
Rulnick Realty, Inc. - Destin, FL
"It's Wendy... It's Sold!"

Erica - It really was amazing.  I was stunned! Thank you for the congrats.

Apr 09, 2009 10:28 AM
Bryant Tutas
Tutas Towne Realty, Inc and Garden Views Realty, LLC - Winter Garden, FL
Selling Florida one home at a time

Very nice. I too love art work. For years I have asked my sellers to give me something from their house to remember them by. I have received some really awesome stuff.

That painting really brightens up your house. You'll never forget those folks.

Apr 09, 2009 11:00 AM
Wendy Rulnick
Rulnick Realty, Inc. - Destin, FL
"It's Wendy... It's Sold!"

Bryant  - I wouldn't dared have asked, but the wife kept hinting  they had something to deliver to me at the closing!  I was praying!  I really cried when I got it.  No, I will never forget them.  Plus- she does my hair :)

Apr 09, 2009 11:07 AM
Sally K. & David L. Hanson
EXP Realty 414-525-0563 - Brookfield, WI
WI Real Estate Agents - Luxury - Divorce

We were just given some things by a short sale seller who moved out of state...it is not the value but the thought that brings tears and will always be a remembrance of the strength they showed during a difficult time and the courage to move forward.

Apr 09, 2009 11:03 PM
Wendy Rulnick
Rulnick Realty, Inc. - Destin, FL
"It's Wendy... It's Sold!"

Sally & David - You are right about the symbolism of it!  These sellers joked about the painting being called "Half Life" cuz they said it took "half your life" to sell the house :)

Apr 10, 2009 01:29 AM
Eric Reid
Renaissance Realty Group of Keller Williams Atlanta Partners - Lawrenceville, GA

Just a heart felt Thank You from some clients would make me misty eyed

Apr 12, 2009 01:11 PM
Wendy Rulnick
Rulnick Realty, Inc. - Destin, FL
"It's Wendy... It's Sold!"

Eric - :)

Apr 13, 2009 01:08 AM