Your work is wonderful, as I'm sure you heard many times this past weekend, and this honor is well deserved. I enjoyed getting to know you at the conference. It's amazing that you've come so far so fast!

These are very beautiful pieces and I'm very happy for you.

Congrats.

Marina, what more can one say but my sincerest congrats. Maybe you will find the time and bring your talents to Europe. Another thing, Allan and I voted we would enjoy painting your portrait.

As always, all the best to you

That's great news Marina.
There is no doubt that you have choosen the right path. Receiving this letter after spending some time with wonderful artists that got so impressed by your inner beauty IS a sign of the destiny that you are made to be a happy artist.
I agree with everyone, it is well-deserved.

Marina, how wonderful! Many congratulations. I think you will have more success in the future with you beautiful work.

Michele, Bonfim, Mischa, Karine, Grethe : Thanks for the congratulations !

Michele, I enjoyed speaking with you, it was very instructive...

Mischa : I'm planning a trip to France in August to see the family, but I'm not sure to be able to travel in all Europ because I will be with my 2 young children... Anyway, it would be a pleasure to meet you and Allan.

Karine : Destiny... Great subject!
I believe there is 2 sorts of destiny : the passive persons who watch their life as spectators, and the active persons who act to decide their life.
I'm trying to be the second one, although it's sometimes easier when you are a little sleepy or lazy, and to become only spectator of your life.

Marina! I just spotted this. What terrific news! I am so happy that I got to see these in person at the conference.These are beautiful pieces and I am so happy for you!

You are a delight to know and a wonderful artist as well. This is just the beginning of many accolades for you.

Marina this is wonderful news and well deserved! I wish I could have been at the conference and not only met you in person, but seen these beautiful paintings. Your paintings of young children has a very special quality to them and it comes as no surprise that it is being recognized. Good for you! :)

I am absolutely in love with the painting of the child holding the branch!

Dear Marina,

What a wonderful homecoming surprise! I am thrilled for you, and that your work is so recognized! Brava!

Congratulations, Marina! Very well deserved.

Wow - you are such a quick study - who knows where you'll be a year from now!?