Two weeks ago, April and I had the pleasure of doing a portrait for Jeff and Karen Beaudoin along with their dogs in their home in Calabasas. As you can see, the dogs were very well behaved, and Jeff and Karen didn't do too bad themselves! They spruced up in some of their formal wear that they'll be wearing on an upcoming month long cruise to China.

After the camera study was complete, Karen asked if we wanted a little snack, and then offered us a bit of her gourmet talent from the night before. "Meatloaf!", she said..."from Mario Batali." Let me tell you, I'm a real meatloaf fan, and this was nothing like I've ever had in my life! Jeff, you're a lucky man!

April did a painting sketch for them to see how one of our Masterpiece Portraits might look in their home. Her painting work really transforms a beautiful portrait into a work that is very close to the feeling of an original oil. April's art talents are such a compliment to my portrait work, and I consider myself to be a very blessed man as well. (She's pretty darn good in the kitchen too, I might mention. Personally, I think April and Karen should have a "cook-off" after the Beaudoin's get back from the cruise. Jeff and I will have to be the wine pairing experts!)