Under Zackaël’s Wings


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Today was a very cold, but very sunny day. A perfect day to receive a beautiful creation. In fact, earlier this morning, I received a wonderful surprise by courier! In my post “20 Ways to Remember our Loved Ones“, I briefly mentioned that we had asked an artist to create a painting in honour of Zackaël.

Last fall, my mom mentioned that she would like to give me something special in honour of Zackaël. I immediately thought of the artist Vé Boisvert (Véro), a second-cousin who is also from Hearst, Ontario. My mother replied that she also loved Véro’s paintings. Since we’ve always been impressed by Véro’s work, we thought “why don’t we get each our own painting” in honour of Zackaël. I’ve always liked that Véro’s creations are semi-abstractions, as they allow our imagination to dictate what we want to perceive.

The paintings of Vé Boisvert

Before describing the artwork that I received today, I would like to explain the story behind it. For any custom order, in order to ensure maximum customer satisfaction, Véro first creates two canvases. The first canvas is usually the one that contains the colours requested (preferred) by the customer. For the second canvas, Véro brings another dynamic and generally uses a different technique. Once the two canvases are completed, she lets the client choose the one they prefer between the two.

Since my mother wanted me to be completely satisfied with her gift, we had the idea that Véro could paint my mother’s first. This way, if there was a little something extra that I would like for my canvas, it would be easier to identify after first seeing my mother’s.

My mom chose a 36 ”x 48” horizontal canvas for her living room. I decided on a 60 ”x 48” vertical canvas for my living room.

The two canvases

As described above, Véro created two canvases for my mother to give her the option to choose between two. Once my mom’s painting is completed, Véro will work on mine.

On February 11, my mom and I received photos (from Véro) of the two 36 ”x 48” paintings, from which my mother had to pick her favorite. I immediately loved both canvases. They each have their own personality and differ in their colours and techniques; the first was created by brushstrokes, while the second by spatula strokes. Obviously, the green colour and the personality of Zackaël are reflected in both.

My mom and I both agreed that the first one would go well with her décor and was a good representation of Zackaël. The second one would therefore be sold externally.

However, the more I looked at the second one, the more I fell in love with it. I think it was the colours that really stood out to me. It was then that I decided to buy the second one, which was not at all planned! When I called Véro to tell her, she had already put it up for sale online as soon as she knew my mom had chosen the first one. But I couldn’t let it go!

I thought about my own situation and realized that I didn’t have enough art in my house. The canvas would be perfect for my dining room which always had empty walls!

Why I decided to buy the second painting

First, I love the variety of shades of green, as well as white, colours that represent Zackaël. White is the colour of purity and of an angel, my beautiful Zackaël. The iridescent mauve appealed to me greatly because it reminded me of Adélie. In fact, over the past year I have often posted about Zackaël and Adélie, and I regularly put on a little purple heart to represent Adélie 💜. I also often use a blue heart to symbolize Maxandre 💙, a recurring colour in the canvas. Finally, the bronze and silver bring a beautiful shimmering glow. These two colours enrich the canvas even more and they make me think of metallic armors that Carl and I must have to overcome such an ordeal.

Example of Emoticon Hearts I Would Use

The reveal

When I unwrapped it this morning
Close-up
The reveal to the kids

The title of the canvas

Thus, I came to realize that the canvas represented our little family perfectly. The four of us are cradled in Zackaël’s wings, his beautiful angelic wings. This is why I titled the artwork “Zackaël nous berce dans ses ailes” which in French, sounds beautiful as “Zackaël” and “ailes” rhyme and is gentle-sounding. However, the translation doesn’t sound as well “Zackaël rocks us in his wings”. It was important for me to include “us” in the title, because we’re all in it (us five), and Zackaël rocks us with him.

“Zackaël’s wings illuminate your heart forever. Powerful, luminous and sparkling, his wings gently rock you ”.

Vé Boisvert, artist

More to come

Later this week, my mother will receive her canvas. Since she lives in Hearst, delivery takes a little longer. I know she can’t wait to receive it. Véro is currently creating my future 60 ”x 48” vertical canvas, for which I will also be able to chose between two options. This artwork that will measure almost double the other and will be installed above our fireplace, in the center of our house. I will be happy to write a post about my mother’s canvas and the one the Véro will create for my living room!

That’s it for now! I hope you enjoyed the reveal and that you’re looking forward for the other art reveals!

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23 responses to “Under Zackaël’s Wings”

  1. […] why I preferred this canvas ahead of the other one that Véro painted. (As mentioned in my post Under Zackaël’s Wings, Véro generously gives the choice between two canvases for any personalized […]

  2. […] in honour of Zackaël! The first time I mentioned the artist Vé Boisvert, it was in in my post Under Zackaël’s Wings, in which I explain her creation process as well as the history of the paintings in Zackaël’s […]

  3. […] I’ve also posted a photo of our beautiful Maxandre in front of the other canvas “Under Zackaël’s Wing”. If you missed the post about it and the story behind it, here’s the link. […]

  4. Mia Avatar
    Mia

    Wow. Je pense que la toile est vraiment une bonne façon de représenter zackael. J’adore les couleurs et le thème. L’artiste a vraiment fait un chef d’oeuvre.

  5. […] I am revealing the painting chosen by my mother! As mentioned in Under Zackaël’s Wings post, I am excited to reveal the other painting created in honor of Zackaël. The artist, Vé Boisvert, […]

  6. Janelle Avatar
    Janelle

    C’est tellement beau Brigitte!!! Incroyable chef d’oeuvre. Quelle belle façon d’avoir Zackaël autour de vous, dans vos coeurs, dans votre maison. C’est certain qu’il ne sera jamais oublié ce petit garçon. Je vous admire continuellement. J’ai tellement hâte de voir la prochaine toile!

    1. Brigitte Lehoux Avatar

      Merci Janelle pour le beau commentaire! Je suis certaine que Véro adore elle aussi lire de tels beaux messages à propos de ses toiles! Plus tard cette semaine, je dévoilerai celle de ma mère!

  7. Sarah Avatar
    Sarah

    Aw this is so lovely Brigitte! I’m so glad you jumped on the opportunity to purchase this painting. You won’t ever regret it!

    1. Brigitte Lehoux Avatar

      Yes, it’s so beautiful! I just hung it yesterday and it’s perfect in our dining room, and the colours are stunning! Thanks for reading my blog!

  8. Margaret Lesarge Avatar
    Margaret Lesarge

    Beautiful art work. How nice the colours reach out to you.

    1. Brigitte Lehoux Avatar

      thank you Margaret. The colours are perfect, they go so well together too! Thanks for your comment as always! Hope you’re doing well!

  9. Marie-Claude Avatar
    Marie-Claude

    Quelle bonne idée Brigitte ! J’adore cette toile, et tu expliques bien comment elle vous représente! Ce sera une belle façon de penser à votre petit ange et sentir sa présence ! Merci pour ce beau partage et Bravo Vé pour ce chef d’œuvre ! J’ai hâte de voir la prochaine toile ! ❤️

    1. Brigitte Lehoux Avatar

      Oui, bravo à Véro pour ce chef d’oeuvre! Je ne pouvais la laisser partir! Merci Marie de lire mes publications, et j’ai très hâte de dévoiler les prochaines toiles!

  10. Jessie Ramien Avatar
    Jessie Ramien

    The painting is beautiful! What wonderful way to have Zackaël with you everyday. 💕

    1. Brigitte Lehoux Avatar

      thank you Jessie, I’m so happy with it and it looks amazing on my wall now that I just hung it! ❤

  11. Marielle lehoux Brisson Avatar
    Marielle lehoux Brisson

    Quelle belle façon de rappeler le passage de votre petit par l’art! Ainsi, il sera toujours présent au milieu de vous.

    1. Brigitte Lehoux Avatar

      effectivement, tellement un belle façon!

  12. Micheline Lehoux Avatar
    Micheline Lehoux

    Magnifique toile vous êtes une famille remplie d’amour pour votre petit garçon Zachël 💚 bravo pour ce beau geste .

    1. Véro Boisvert Avatar
      Véro Boisvert

      Wow, merci pour ce partage Brigitte! Je suis vraiment émue de voir le vidéo du dévoilement aux enfants et de lire ces mots! ❤ Ce fut un énorme privilège de peindre cette oeuvre en honneur de votre petit ange. xx

      1. Brigitte Lehoux Avatar

        merci encore une fois à toi Véro! Si tu peux lire tous ces beaux commentaires, ils confirment comment magnifique la toile est! Bravo et au plaisir d’en voir d’autres!

      2. Emmanuelle Avatar
        Emmanuelle

        Voici le message que j’ai envoyé à Brigitte au sujet de cette toile : “Je suis tombée sur ton blog au sujet de la toile que Véro vous a faite. Avant même de lire le blog, je me suis dit wow, Véro a vraiment bien saisi votre famille. En fait, ça m’a surtout rappelé toi. Je me suis dit “Ah oui, je me rappelle de Brigitte, cette toile me rappelle Brigitte, c’est elle.” Je ne connais pas si bien que ça ta famille mais je t’ai vue dedans. Et bien sûr j’ai vu le vert. J’ai donc commencé à lire le début du blogue et c’est drôle car je me suis dit : “Je te gage que cette toile était une des deux premières que Véro a faite!” She really hit the nail, comme ils disent. Je te comprends de ne pas l’avoir laissée aller!”
        Belle sensibilité Véro, bravo pour ton oeuvre!

    2. Brigitte Lehoux Avatar

      merci beaucoup Micheline. Bravo aussi à Véro, qui a fait une création exceptionelle!

  13. Renee Avatar
    Renee

    It’s beautiful! 💚💜

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