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An Original Art and a Story

Original Art

A Smile For His Mother

About 40 years ago, when I became a Christian, I saw a 3D type of picture at an open house and I liked it so much I asked an artist to recreate it for me by my description. He didn't even come close but I've loved the painting all these years none the less. The artist Gregory Tougas of Fargo ND titled the painting, A Smile For His Mother.

The artist took longer to deliver the portrait to me then he expected. When he did deliver it he was very apologetic. He explained to me: "Bob, I was not a Christian when you asked me to paint this for you but putting that blood on his face was the hardest thing I ever had to do." That blood changed his life and he had a hard time giving up the painting because of how it affected him.

I have tried to contact Gregory since but have been unable to find any trace of him anywhere. If you know where Gregory Tougas is please let him know that even 40 years later the painting hangs on my wall and still moves me today.

Minot Real Estate broker

 

Posted by

Anna Hatridge
R Gilliam Real Estate LLC - Farmington, MO
Missouri Realtor with R Gilliam Real Estate LLC

Bob, what a nice way to find someone.  Sharing their works and how after 40 years their works still touch your life daily. 

Wishing you success in all your endeavors in 2016.

Jan 03, 2016 08:17 PM
Bob "RealMan" Timm

Thanks Anna Hatridge it's such an unusual painting as we seldom see Christ in such a brutal state.

Jan 03, 2016 11:20 PM
Gary L. Waters Broker Associate, Bucci Realty
Bucci Realty, Inc. - Melbourne, FL
Eighteen Years Experience in Brevard County

You never know how your request really impacted the artist. Who knows what that blood really did?  Have  a great day!

Jan 03, 2016 09:00 PM
Bob "RealMan" Timm

The blood has saved all that are saved in Christs name Gary L. Waters, Broker Owner, Waters Realty of Brevard, LLC 

Jan 03, 2016 11:21 PM
Sheila Anderson
Referral Group Incorporated - East Brunswick, NJ
The Real Estate Whisperer Who Listens 732-715-1133

Good morning Bob. I am not a Christian but this painting is very special.

Jan 03, 2016 10:30 PM
Bob "RealMan" Timm

Thank you Sheila Anderson it certainly has been moving to me all these years.

Jan 03, 2016 11:22 PM
Raymond E. Camp
Ontario, NY

Good morning Bob,

The Lord works in mysterious ways and will keep you spellbound if one pays attention.

Make yourself a great day.

Jan 03, 2016 10:38 PM
Bob "RealMan" Timm

He sure does Raymond E. Camp and when we are not paying attention then we are not focused as we should be.

Jan 03, 2016 11:23 PM
Potranco Realty
Potranco Realty - San Antonio, TX
"Sold with Potranco Realty"

I love this photo and the rope around the wrist also has much meaning like the blood, very powerful painting. I'm too a Christian and enjoyed your story how your photo moved the artist. I hope you can find him.

Jan 03, 2016 10:39 PM
Bob "RealMan" Timm

I hope so too Bob Ratliff, Broker Associate - REALTOR® CRS, GRI ~ 512-587-5689 I've "Googled" him and checked Facebook but to no avail.

Jan 03, 2016 11:24 PM
Bill Roberts
Brooks and Dunphy Real Estate - Oceanside, CA
"Baby Boomer" Retirement Planner

Bobby, commissioning a painting, any painting is a big deal. I am impressed by your dedication to your beliefs.

Bill Roberts

Jan 03, 2016 10:42 PM
Bob "RealMan" Timm

Thanks Bill Roberts if ones believes in an after life it's good to be one the right side of it. (even if one believes in reincarnation I'd rather come back as an eagle than a mosquito).

Jan 03, 2016 11:27 PM
Belinda Spillman
Aspen Lane Real Estate Colorful Colorado - Aurora, CO
Colorado Living!

Very moving painting indeed.  I am so happy to hear that this painting touched the artist.  That is amazing.

Jan 04, 2016 01:09 AM
Bob "RealMan" Timm

When I asked him to paint it I had no idea that he was agnostic, what a bonus that it touched his heart so strongly Belinda Spillman 

Jan 04, 2016 03:11 AM
William Feela
WHISPERING PINES REALTY - North Branch, MN
Realtor, Whispering Pines Realty 651-674-5999 No.

Bob, that is a different portrait for sure.  WE never know what will bring out the belief in our world

Jan 04, 2016 06:53 AM
Bob "RealMan" Timm

So true William Feela .

Jan 04, 2016 11:11 AM
Mike Frazier
Carousel Realty of Dyer County - Dyersburg, TN
Northwest Tennessee Realtor

Bob, thanks for sharing this story. We never know sometimes the results of our actions.

Jan 04, 2016 09:16 PM
Inna Ivchenko
Barcode Properties - Encino, CA
Realtor® • GRI • HAFA • PSC Calabasas CA

They say, an artist leave his/her emotions inside the art he/she creates, that's why it affect us so deeply. I hope, you will be able to find him.

God bless!

Jan 05, 2016 05:14 PM
Bob "RealMan" Timm

That is really a touching and revieling comment Inna Ivchenko I had never thought of it that way before. Just hearing you say that I wan't to see your art (or hear it if you are a musical artist).

Jan 05, 2016 08:48 PM