Steve Hanks
Time with Mom

A soft summer afternoon presents an enchanted moment, when mother and tiny daughter venture out together over the sun-dappled water. "How like life this painting is," muses the artist. "As adults we gently lead our children into the wider world, hopeful that the dangers will stay hidden well below the surface until we can teach them some of life's important lessons. Their confidence and trust strengthen us, enabling us to protect their innocence and instill the values we venerate."

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