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The Freelance Artist

Cruelty is often its own reward.

18 total reviews 
Comment from Eleanor Buron
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A good poem with great ending. the artist had the last laugh and finally realized after putting his loved one under deep scrutiny in order to paint her, that she really was nothing. Meter is good, poem flows nicely.

 Comment Written 11-Sep-2011


reply by the author on 11-Sep-2011
    Thank you, Eleanor, for those kind words. Your comments are appreciated.
reply by Eleanor Buron on 11-Sep-2011
    You're welcome.
Comment from dbmccarter
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This should do very well in the contest. I really like this and the end is priceless. This is very creative and the art is great.

 Comment Written 10-Sep-2011


reply by the author on 11-Sep-2011
    Thanks for those kind words. They are much appreciated.
Comment from phattp
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Very good poem, well written and with a humorous ending.
This one should do very well in the contest.
Good luck with it.

 Comment Written 09-Sep-2011


reply by the author on 11-Sep-2011
    Thanks for your comments and good wishes. Much appreciated.
Comment from Mastery
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Very well done...and a true surprise ending for sure. I liked this stanza in particular, author:

"He labored long, painstakingly,
till each day's light grew dim,
his brushes knowing as they moved
her smile was not for him."

Good job, overall..Bob


 Comment Written 09-Sep-2011


reply by the author on 11-Sep-2011
    Thank you for your kind review. Your comments are appreciated.
Comment from fionageorge
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Now, this is one of the few where I hadn't guessed the ending. Very clever. Good flow and rhyme, but best of all, a wonderful story of spurned love, and the way he paid her back for her taunting. Good luck in the contest and warmest regards, Marijke :o)

 Comment Written 09-Sep-2011


reply by the author on 09-Sep-2011
    Thank you very much for those kind words and good wishes.
Comment from sunnilicious
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'The Freelance Artist' completely shocked me. Sometimes beauty is where we least expect it. You've got a wonderful sense of humor. Good work. Well written. All the best.

 Comment Written 08-Sep-2011


reply by the author on 08-Sep-2011
    Thank you for your kind words. Your comments are appreciated.
Comment from Betty517
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He asked no fee as he arose
and left her standing there,
staring at his painting of
an empty velvet chair.

Artist do love their work when it is their best! Until the last verse I had no clue! Great poem and good luck in the contest!

Betty

 Comment Written 08-Sep-2011


reply by the author on 08-Sep-2011
    Thank you for your comments. Your kind words are appreciated.
Comment from peggles
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I absolutely love this
it is making things difficult to pick a poem in this contest
Most are quite good
other simply brilliant
This is brilliant
Clearly crafted
A good pay back surprise in the last line

 Comment Written 08-Sep-2011


reply by the author on 08-Sep-2011
    Thank you, peggles, for your really kind words. I do appreciate your comments.
Comment from Keronica
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I thoroughly enjoyed reading this hilarious poem! What an amazing entry into this contest! The title is perfect, and the accompanying artwork is just right! Really funny, and different!

Thanks for sharing and good luck to you!

~Keronica

 Comment Written 08-Sep-2011


reply by the author on 08-Sep-2011
    Thank you, Keronica, for such a complimentary review. Am glad you enjoyed my poem and appreciate your kind words.
reply by Keronica on 08-Sep-2011
    You're welcome! :)
Comment from Carolyn 12
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Sa poem a woman who uses the man who loves her the most and casts him aside but in his revenge paints a empty chair. you gotta love the ending..thank youf or sharing.

 Comment Written 08-Sep-2011


reply by the author on 08-Sep-2011
    Am glad you liked it. Thanks for your comments.