Independent Artist Day

Hello Everyone,

Today is Independent Artist Day which is mostly celebrated in the USA. It's a very important day for all artists that create any form of art.

Here is our talented artist from J.R. Art Gallery at Regent Street.

Wishing all the best to all artists that create any form of art. Keep up the good work and never give up.

Until next time.

Take care and see you soon.

Hugs,

Rebecca xxx

6th Day of Christmas - Visiting Sleepy Heather

  Hello Everyone,

"On The Twelve Days of Christmas, Miss Holly will be visiting Regent Street to bring joy and wonder during the magical time of Christmas. "

After yesterday's visit to Mister Rookie at the J.R. Art Gallery, Miss Holly was all set to visit Miss Heather who happens to be a relative to the artist. She had worked all night to prepare something special for the little girl. 

Late in the afternoon she walked back to Mister Rookies place, went up the narrow staircase and knocked gently on the door. 

No one came to the door and no sound came from the inside. Miss Holly called Heather's name and knocked once again. The door opened ajar with the second knock. The door mustn't have been closed as it should. Miss Holly pushed slightly at the door and called for Heather once again, but no answer came. 

She entered into the room to make sure that nothing happened to the little girl and to her surprise she found Heather sleeping on the bed.  Poor Heather must have gotten tired playing and singing during the day and just fell asleep on the bed with her teddy. The sweet little girl was lost to the world.

Miss Holly walked to the bed and she couldn't bare to wake Heather up so she decided to leave the lace Christmas Tree that she made for her next to her doll on the chair. 

Miss Holly thought it would be nice if Heather would find the Christmas tree there waiting for her as soon as she wakes up.  Just as Miss Holly was about to leave, Heather sprang out from the bed and was squeaking with glee when she saw the cute Christmas tree on the chair, without giving any notice to the lovely lady in the room. 

Miss Heather was so happy with the little lace tree as she was worried that Father Christmas wouldn't leave any gifts if she didn't have a tree. She was sure that if he didn't find a Christmas tree where to put the presents under, she wouldn't get what she asked for. Miss Holly giggled at the child's thoughts and she told Heather that the Christmas tree now belonged to her. Heather was so excited that she jumped into Miss Holly's arms to give her a warm hug. The little girl was so thankful for Miss Holly's gift that she didn't want her to leave. 

 Miss Holly spent a few more minutes next to Heather and had a girly talk. Poor Heather looked so lonely but at the same time she was content with the little that she had. 

Little Heather told her that at the moment she didn't have anyone to play with because her friend Ben was feeling poorly again. She told her that Ben was her only friend but during the winter days he got ill very often. Heather asked her if she would be so kind to visit Ben and make him feel better. She  told Miss Holly that Ben  didn't live far, that he lived in the building just above Mrs Pierce's Apothecary. 

Miss Holly smiled back and promised Heather that she would be visiting little Ben the next day if it pleased her. Heather couldn't be happier and told her to tell Ben that she was thinking of him and couldn't wait to meet him again.

This is all for today. Tomorrow Ms Holly will be visiting Master Ben as she promised.  Keep tuned for the 7th Day of Christmas.

Take Care and See You Soon.

Hugs,

Rebecca xxx

 

5th Day of Christmas - Visiting J.R. Art Gallery

 Hello Everyone,

"On The Twelve Days of Christmas, Miss Holly will be visiting Regent Street to bring joy and wonder during the magical time of Christmas. "

Today Miss Holly was all set to visit the gallery that was set right in the beginning of Regent Street; J.R. Art Gallery. She was always fascinated with the eye catching paintings that the gallery possessed. The paintings were painted by various artists and some were also painted by Mr. Rookie himself. 

In the past few days when she walked by the gallery she noticed that there was no paintings in any relation with Christmas.  

Ms. Holly had the right painting to fit the gallery with a true meaning of Christmas. Any artist with an eye for detail would see right through it she thought. 

She made her way to the shop with the bulky painting at hand. 

Mister Rookie was so surprised to see Miss Holly with a painting. Although she had visited the gallery a few times with great interest to art, he would have never imagined her to have any interest in the trading of paintings. 

She walked slowly to the counter with the painting and asked Mr. Rookie if he would be interest in this particular painting.

Mr. Rookie was very intrigued with the painting. He took the painting gently from Ms. Holly's poor hands and placed it on the counter to examine it for himself. 

The painting was beautiful. It had two small poor children sleeping in the same bed. The room looked like an attic, with a small cross hanging from the wall. The bed blankets were torn and the children didn't have much warm clothing but still looked content.  To the left of the bed there was a frail looking Christmas Tree that seemed to be standing what looked like some sort of a bed side table. He asked Miss Holly from where she acquired such a piece. 

She told him that the painting was called 'Christmas Morning' painted by the German artist Agathe Röstel.  Mr. Rookie studied the painting further and by the end of his thoroughly examination he had tears in his eyes. 

 He placed the painting on an easel, turned to Miss Holly and asked her for the price. She looked puzzled and told him that it was a gift. She told him what her intentions were for this Christmas and told him that the painting would give the gallery that special touch. 

He was impressed with Miss Holly's kind intention. He promised her that he would never trade the painting to anyone and that it will remain in the gallery, part of his own collection. Through the painting he could see the true meaning of Christmas. No matter how little one can have. No matter how insignificant one life can seem, you can still be content and happy if you believe in the Wonder of Christmas. 

They gave their best wishes to each other and just before Miss Holly left the gallery, she could hear a little girl singing a Christmas carol. She turned to see from where the singing was coming from. Mr. Rookie only smiled back and told her that it was little Heather singing to her dolls from the room above.  Miss Holly nodded and said her farewells knowing that the next day she will be visiting little Heather. 

This is all for today, keep tuned for tomorrow's 6th Day of Christmas. 

Take Care and See You Soon.

Hugs,

Rebecca xxx

A New Painting for J.R. Art Gallery

 Hello Everyone,

Here we are once again. Hope you are all keeping safe. It has been a very busy week and I can't believe how fast the days seem to go by. October passed so quickly and soon we will be preparing for Christmas. 

I am very proud to share with you the latest new painting that has been added to J.R. Art Gallery in Regent Street. Mr. Rookie is very happy with it.  

The new painting is called 'The Swan' painted by my dearest friend and fellow miniaturist José Pereira Torrejón. 

'The Swan' painting found it's place among José's other paintings; 'The Humming Bird', 'The Secret Garden' and 'The Cupola' .

The painting is so beautiful. I love the blending of it's colors considering that it is a miniature. It looks so rich in the gallery. 

'The Swan' painting has a story behind it. It is the ninth of a series of paintings that José painted for his own Conservatory Project. The paintings are so detailed and beautiful that give the Conservatory a very unique and special touch. You can visit The Rust & Steel Miniatures Blog to see The Paintings of The Conservatory. You will be impressed with José's work. 

I would like to thank José for such an amazing painting. It is an honor to have his work in J.R. Art Gallery.

So this is all for today. Keep tuned for the next update on 'Le Château'.

Take Care and See You Soon.

Hugs,

Rebecca xxx

J.R. Art Gallery featured on the DollsHouse World Magazine

Hello everyone,

Hope you are all well.  Quiet busy like always but today I wanted to tell you that  once again J.R. Art Gallery is featured on the latest issue (N0 335) for the month of August/September on the DollsHouse World UK magazine. 

J.R. Art Gallery

It has been three years already since I started building this dolls house and I have to say it is still one of my favorites. 

Very proud to say that J.R. Art Gallery has a four page feature with beautiful pictures and article.  It also got a bonus picture featured on the front Contents pages.  A big thank you goes to Sandra Harding for the publication.

For those who would like to ready the article you can click on the link: Rebecca put her heart and soul into this art gallery.

In the past few years a few additions were added to J.R. Art Gallery. It is very unusual for me to add more miniatures to a finished project but J.R. is quite the exception.  Apart from the sleeping girl Heather which was added months later, there has also been a few accessories added. 

The miniature Painting 'A Bar at the Folies-Bergère by Èdouard Manet. The Painting itself was also an inspiration for a doll that you will find in 'The Master Swordsman Pub & Inn'

A small copy of the Painting 'The Open Gate' painted by fellow artist and dearest friend José Pereira Torrejón.

 José had painted the beautiful painting for me which I have at home and it was only appropriate that I have a mini version of it in my gallery among his other original paintings that I have. 

Another small accessory that was added to the upper room was the amazing detailed coffee grinder which was also made by José. I totally love it!

A few weeks ago  José  painted another amazing painting for me called 'The Swan' to add to the Gallery. I am totally blown away with it.  I can't wait to see it for real and add it to the gallery. I am sure I will find a special place for it.  Will be sharing more about it once it is here. 

Here are some pictures that have been featured in the magazine. 

Hope you'll like it. Make sure to keep tuned for the next updates. 

Take Care and See You Soon.

Hugs,

Rebecca xxx

Celebrating the New Year at The Master Swordsman Pub & Inn

Hello Everyone,

Tonight down at Regent Street there's a New Year's Celebration. Mr. Edwin Barret wanted to throw a party marking the first welcoming of the New Year in Regent Street.

Sir Edwin invited most of the gentlemen that visit the Master Swordsman Pub & Inn on regular bases. His best friend Edgar was there like always at his table. Mr. Fletcher decided to join the men and found an empty seat near Edgar. 

Mr. Joseph Rookie from J.R. Art Gallery decided to join in. Miss Reeva  offered to look after Heather for the night as she didn't have any plans of her own. A girl's night would be great. She wanted to have a tea party with yummy cakes that she got from Manuel at the Coffee Corner. He made special cakes just for little Heather. 

Mr John Corbett, the jolly gentleman decided to join Mr Rookie for the evening, Like always he had so much to say. 

Sir Edwin, tried to keep up with all his guests thanks to his staff. Finally he sat with Mr. Ivor discussing business over a pack of playing cards.

Madam Barrett had plans of her own. She invited the ladies to her parlour. Her daughter Miss Roslyn helped her to organize the evening. Mrs. Perkins, the guest at the inn joined in with the ladies. Miss Leah from Miss Leah's Boutique was invited and also her older sister Quelina from Matquel's Antiques & China Shop.  Miss Ella came along and felt very welcomed to be part of the friendly neighborhood of Regent Street.

The ladies enjoyed gossiping and played all sorts of games until the time came to join the men and welcome the New Year together. 

I want to wish you and your loved ones a 

Very Happy New Year 2019

Have to run now and dress up for the evening. I don't want to miss the Party at the Master Swordsman Pub & Inn. 

Will keep you updated with the run through of 2018 and what's to be expected for 2019. 

Take Care and See You Soon,

Hugs,

Rebecca xxx