2021 Ornament

Inspiration for the Painting:

Christmas time is a time for good food, laughter, gathering with your family and friends… and a time to
come home.

As Newfoundlanders, “Home for Christmas” has always held high importance in our holiday traditions.
Whether it is nan’s house just down the road or traveling from the other side of the country, going
home is synonymous with Christmas. Nothing quite compares to that warm feeling of being greeted at
the front door on Christmas Eve. The tradition of family gathering at Christmas is one that we all hold
dear in our memories.

For generations, many Newfoundlanders have had to move to the mainland or abroad to find work,
which made coming home for the holidays very much a part of our culture.

The importance of spending Christmas together with your family was only strengthened in 2020 by the
fact that many were separated, and many were unable to be home for Christmas. The gatherings with
family, visits with friends, the warm hugs from those closest to our hearts… those little things we took
for granted have proved to be the things we hold dearest.

From our home to yours, may the joy of the season fill your home with the laughter of friends, and the
warmth of your family… and may you always find your way “Home for Christmas”

About the Artist

Kelly McEntegart-Sheppard is a self-taught artist born and raised in Blaketown, Newfoundland where her studio is today. She lives there with her husband, Larry, and two children, Kelsey, Logan, and their dog Skippy.

She started painting as a hobby at the age of fourteen and now makes it her career. Along with creating new pieces, Kelly continually contributes to the Arts in education. She has been developing and teaching art projects to elementary students for the past seven years.

Her works are repeatedly noted to create nostalgic emotions. As clearly seen in her work, she gets her inspiration from the little things in life that mean the most. Among these are her love of animals, the detail and beauty in nature, along with her love for the innocence of the children in her life, particularly her own son and daughter. Christmas Skates”.

Kelly was featured under Artist Profile in “Collectibles Canada” magazine. Kelly has been nominated for awards in the arts on both a provincial and a national level. To see more of her works please view her website at www.kmacart.com

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Photography by Paul Tilley.