Dear Vivian,
I wanted to thank you very much for the recent caricature site plan commissioned for Thunderbird Show Park.  We have received fantastic feedback from our customer and visitors with comments ranging from the accuracy of the site plan to the details of the drawing including the jumps, show ribbons on bridles, horse trailers, golf carts, riding apparel & of course the horses themselves.  What I am so pleased with is the sense of general festivity and atmosphere that you have created in your work of art.  Your painting will appear in our various publications, as a directional map for our customers and holds a place of honor on the wall of our tournament office.
Thank you once again for your very fine work and for meeting our deadline last fall.  It has been a pleasure working with you to come up with such a superior finished product.  If you ever require a reference please feel free to call on me as I am one of your biggest fans!
Take care & all the best with your future horse endeavors.
Sincerely yours,

Jane Tidball
President & Tournament Director, Thunderbird Show Park

The corporate painting “Down Time” is displayed in the presidential office-suite of the I.W.A. “I love this painting. When we are in stressful negotiations and I need a break, I go into the office and sit down and stare into the painting. It calms me and clears my head. I can go back into the meetings refocused.”
Brian Lund, Business agent

I purchased the print “A moment of Reflection” at a silent auction for the Horse Council of B.C. I have a friend that loves elephants and because I thought it was a poster – I thought she could use it in her classroom. Well- when I gave it to her- she opened it and we were absolutely blown away- it is actually a signed print and it is so beautiful. She loves it and it is not going in her classroom. It will be framed and displayed in her home. Her Mom asked “why didn’t I keep it to give as a Christmas present?” meaning that it is far too nice for just a “spur of the moment gift!” Good question! It will be hard to top.
Thank-you Vivian for the opportunity to give such a treasured piece of art to a great friend!
Debbie Lemaire

I had 4 large murals painted for my new restaurant. Vivian was able to paint in the style that I wanted to enhance the southern Californian atmosphere of my café. She took the initiative in design and produced roughs showing her intentions. She worked with my deadlines and the work was done in time for the grand opening. I found Vivian’s work was above and beyond my expectations!
Michael Dussault
Pepperoni Cafe

To Horse and pet owners
Almost 2 years ago, my husband and I lost our beloved English Springer Spaniel, “Koko”, to a hit and run driver - needless to say we were devastated!
Low and behold we met Vivian - and, equipped with just a couple of photographs and her unlimited talent, Vivian brought our “Koko” to life again on canvas in oils.
Along with family and friends who knew “Koko” well, all attest to the fact that the portrait is a wonderfully remarkable likeness of our dog.
Thanks to Vivian’s exceptional talent we have an everlasting, life like keepsake of our beloved pet.
Thank you Vivian from 2 very grateful patrons who recommend your work and artistry to everyone who is interested in a living image of their pet.
Bill and Fran White

Just wanted to let know that Sir Spike the cat portrait was a big hit on Christmas morning. Our son Paul was very pleased with his gift. Thanks very much for all your work.We really appreciate you accommodating  our request so close to Christmas, and doing such a great picture for us. Thanks again! 
Donna & Ray.

Thank You!! I just received for Christmas this year ('04) a painting you did of my cat, Spike - I just wanted to drop a line to tell you how beautiful it is and how much I love it!! Of course with me being away from home he hasn't had a chance to see it yet but as soon as I can get it home to him he will. It will look great in my apartment and I will treasure it forever.
Thank you again! Paul .

Vivian - Well it seems strange not to be e-mailing you daily anymore, but it sure is great having my brochure and cards done and getting "out there".  The printers had no trouble printing either of them and were very impressed with how the brochures were done.    I am just so happy with all the work you did for me and have been giving out you name and cards to anyone who may be needing your services - the printers even wanted to keep your name on file! .
So thanks so much for doing such a superb job!!! Julie Bose.