His First Date

By Terry Redlin - "Mother and child both experience the tensions of growing up." Each painting leads us deeper into the lives of this young American family. We watch them grow just like the trees around the neighborhood. As the full moon begins to rise, shadows dance across the yard. The new lamp posts illuminate the streets as the ground fog settles in. It is Halloween. In this scene, we are reminded of the nervousness of "young love." The boy has a visitor. She decided to tag along in "Daddy's Caddy" while her Dad takes her brothers and sisters trick-or-treating. As the boy and girl sit side-by-side on the front porch, Mom knows this is her son's "first date." This must be the girl whose initials have recently appeared in the heart-shaped carving on the tree just below the tree house, his "Private Club." Keeping an eye on the two, Mom offers a tray of refreshments. Her baby is growing up. His dog, Buddy, has already given his approval. The family loves their neighborhood and the life they have built. Limited edition of 3,500 signed and numbered prints. Image size, 18-1/2" x 32". Certificate of Authenticity.