July 21st, 2014 – Today on the Drawing Board: Caricatures for Hospice Fundraiser!
by Rob Smith, Jr. on Jul.22, 2014, under Caricatures, Cartooning
I was part of an Hospice of Marion County fundraiser held at The Ivy House in Ocala, Florida. It was a terrific event with everyone decked out in their vintage best for this first annual Vintage Gala. I met some really great people who have done some extraordinary things for others. Amy, below, has been counseling children for fourteen years. The average time people help young people with severe difficulties is just a few years. Most I’ve met that run beyond the few years tend to be cold and a bit distant. Amy has an amazing attitude considering her length of service with Hospice.
Judy’s husband hunts the deer and hog and she cooks ’em Southern style!
Below is Mimi, who owns the location of the event, The Ivy House. The Ivy House in Ocala is the second location. the first location is further west in Williston, Florida. Both are situated in historic homes and both are known for their outstanding Southern fare. I had the chance to speak to Mimi after the event about her restaurant, it’s 61 year history, their cookbook and many other things
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July 22nd, 2014 on 10:00 am
Rob, I have already heard from Terisa, after I messaged her that Sparky was famous even here in Ocala. Thank you for all your work for Hospice last night, you were entertaining and engaging, and very talented at capturing the essence of folks. I enjoyed meeting you and admiring your work. God bless you, brother FL native.
July 22nd, 2014 on 11:25 am
Thank you for adding so much fun to the wonderful event! I love, love, love how my caricature turned out… you bring a lot of joy to all you come across! Can’t wait to share it with my Kindergarteners!
>>>dreaming of Honeymoon Island with a labrador by my side!