Wednesday, September 29, 2010

This feels weird (but in a good way).


I knew it was coming but I wasn't sure exactly how I would feel when it happened. When I signed the contract to have my Pegasus design put on a Trail of the Painted Ponies figurine, I knew I would be excited but today my ponies finally arrived and excited would be an understatement. I feel giddy, a bit nervous, butterflies are going mad in my stomach! When I left a "real job" 10 years and 6 months ago to pursue art, I never thought I would get to this place. Let's just say I count my lucky stars every day and am very thankful to all the great customers and friends I have made along the way.
It's has been a fantastic journey so far... onward and upward!


Original design for Celestial was on a running pony form.



TOPP designers translate the art to a rearing form.


So exciting to see my name printed on the bottom of this figurine.

27 comments:

Judy said...

How incredibly awesome! Congratulations, Celestial is just stunning! It sounds like you are living your dream, way to go!

Rebecca said...

Congratulations Jennifer! This is wonderful news.

mermaiden said...

Wow- that's so fabulous. Big huzzah for you!

De la Renaissance said...

A huge CONGRATULATIONS Jen!!! I am so happy for you!! Those ponies are beautiful!!

Robin Larkspur said...

Awesome! and Congrats!! You deserve it! We are all proud of you.

Kath said...

You are a hugely talented lady and you deserve every success.

Jeni said...

WOO hOOOoOo !!!!!!!

I thinks I needs one of them there fancy dancy painted ponies!! Ohhhh Husband, Christmas is coming!

*Grins* all kidding asside Jen, you are well deserving of this and one incrediable artist!

~Jeni

Tamara Dozier said...

Congrats!!! This is a beautiful piece and sure to become a favorite to those that collect it.

Danni said...

That's incredible... Congratulations!! You're definitely a huge inspiration to folks like myself who dream of one day doing art full time.

Again, a huge congratulations. It's a positively stunning design.

Jennifer Hepler-Takens said...

Wonderful news!

Heart of a Cowgirl said...

AWESOME Jen! That is HUGE!!!! Your pony is gorgeous and your art is absolutely worthy of such an honor. Very excited for you.
Bridget

Jennifer MacNeill said...

Thank you, everyone, so much. A great big old bear hug for all of you! I'll have to admit a lot of this was luck. I think the fairies are looking out for me:)

Jessie said...

Wow, I'm so happy for you!! You are a very talented artist, though, so you most definitely deserve it. You have a great eye for beauty. Congrats on your success and I wish you many, many more!! :)

Michele Cardi said...

Congratulations Jennifer! It is stunning, and I can't wait to order my own. You should be so proud of yourself!
:-)

Jennifer Rose said...

that is so cool! it looks great :D

Laura said...

Congratulations! It is so beautiful!!! You so deserve this, you are a fabulous artist!
blessings
~*~

angelandspot said...

Congrats!

Unknown said...

How surreal it must feel! A HUGE congratulations Jen! It's pretty interesting that they translated your work into relief as well. Ooo.. now I can say "I know the artist of that pony!" :-)
Well deserved Jen!

~ Deb

Blackfeatherfarm said...

Congrats Jen - its wonderful !!!! Good for you !!!

CTG Ponies said...

How very cool!!!!

Theresa MacNaughton said...

Congratulations!!!! This is just fabulous. The Painted Pony looks amazing. :) How incredible it must feel to be holding this treasure in your hands. :) You so deserve this wonderful honor! Theresa

Brenda Salzano said...

A Huge Congrats! I love your art, and this is so fabulous to see your talent coming up! WOW!!!

Catherine Darling said...

Beautiful work, Jennifer. Congratulations, that is so very exciting!

Anonymous said...

Congratulations! I guess successes like this along the journey are rarely to big/ small to overlook a celebration! Enjoy:)

starhorsepax said...

Oh that is an awesome horse! First Painted Pony I've seen in that position too. Of course, I've been afraid to look and subject myself to the temptation. Love the colors too.

Lin said...

WOW! Can I tell everyone I know you???! ;) Congratulations--that must feel great!

photogchic said...

Wow...amazing. I love it.