Hazel Leaphart
Great work! Such talent should not be hidden. I look forward to seeing more and more and more!

Hillis Edelen
Fantastic! I'm so proud of you!

Terrie Barber
Hilda, Congratulations!Keep those creative juices flowing!

Wesley Joyce
Good job mother, I am proud of you! Glad to see that you are doing something that makes you happy!

Janet Nicholas
Hilda, I had no idea you did such beautiful artwork. You go, girl! I'm really impressed. Keep up the good work.

Colin Gill
Hello Joyce, thankyou for signing my guestbook and for your response. I am happy to find another fellow Christian and Caribbean person in this Global place. I shall send you an email soon to let you know more about me. Thankyou.....Colin

Franka White
I just love your work. I find that you have gotten the soul of each person on paper. Keep up the work, and keep on working.

Tamara LaRose- Dorsey
Aunt Hilda your portfolio is absoultely wonderful. I love the new drawing you added with the child looking through the legs.

Janine Jackson-Leaphart
Aunt Hilda:You've been busy. What's that?, all I need is time, & rub a dub dub, your lateste drawings are marvelous. It's hard to pick a favorite, I love each one. Great work...keep them coming.

Phil Pegg
Hida,I really enjoy your art, It reminds me of home. I hope to see more of your work. Phil Pegg,The Chart House566 Fairview Rd.Nacogdoches, Texas 75961 www.networkvi.com/PHILPEGGwww.absolutearts.com/portfolios/p/philpegg/

Al Lewit
Very nice work. If I wasn't in a financial crunch, I would buy inspiration. (my family if moving to chicago for 3+ years). -al

Denise Lewis
Beautiful work! I'm very proud of you! You have been blessed with the wonderful gift of bringing things to life on paper! I love it all.

Stephany Washington
Aunt Hilda,Just splendid! I pray that God will continue to anoint your mind and hands as you create every painting that will demonstrate the Love and peace of God. Much success to you. Love,Stephany Washington

Niki LaBorde
Aunt Hilda -What a beautiful display of talent! I loved them all - although my favorite is Tantie Etta. So true to life!

Maria Fleming
Prof. Joyce this ia wonderful, but you know that already. I mentioned it a million times.

Danilo
Excellent works!Congratulations from Italy!!!

Henry Brother Morris
Dearest Hilda:Beautiful work. Your talent is a gift from GodBrother Morris

Vancito A. Wallace
Fantastic!!I din't know you had it in ya.Luv Ya Vance

Kevin Nicholas
Enjoyed viewing your work. Sorry I did not get to see you when I was in St. Thomas last.

Louise G. Hendricks
Hi Hilda, Congratulations on your art exhibit. Sorry I'm not there to physically view them but I have seen your portfolio Hazel has and it really fantastic. Keep up the good works. Love, Your Cuz Louise

Kim Wallace
Hi Hilda!I had no idea that you were so talented. Imagine my surprise when I received Janet's email with a link to your work. Absolutely beautiful! Our family is blessed with so many talented people. Good luck!

Henry Smith
Great job! Absolutely will visit the exhibit at Reichhold to see the works in real life!

Fern Richards-LaBorde
Bravo! Of course, my favorite is tante Etta. You have captured the heart and soul. God bless.

J.Peters
I always check out the art scene back home to see whats new and it is exciting to see such talent coming out of the Virgin Islands. Great job!

Jeffrey Greenwood
Hi Hilda . Love your inspiration, Have a look at mine, I'm a portraitist .www.absolutearts.com/jeffreygTake care Best regards Jeff.

Judy Donadelle
Your web page is fantastic! Keep up the good work.

Princess Penn
Looks wonderful!! Raise your prices...

Helen Browne
How special, Hilda! Thank you for the invitation to view yourtalent in capturing expressions, which seems to me the most challenging, yet the mostcaptivating with your God-given ability! Your expression of faith in God as ourCreator makes a terrific statement! God Bless You!

Anoop
I was going through some of the art works of Rina Sengupta ( on this site itself) who also works in charcoal. Saw your drawings too.I like the way you have portrayed the emotions of the subjects, the simplicity and the innocence is reflected very well. Keep up the good work.

Yvonne Penn
Lovely, just lovely. I will pass it on to the church folks!Thanks for including Princess in your work.

Jacqueline Hendricks
Hilda, What awesome talent! I knew you would strike it rich one day. I love tanti Etta. Will share website with other family members and friends.Love,Jackie

Kendra Frett
Bravo! Who would have thought that such talent exists in our little corner of the world. Simple, yet dramatic!

Maxine A. Nunez
Absolutely enjoyed reviewing your work and am grateful for your sharing it with me. I give God thanks for your talent which you have used to bring me (and many others I'm sure) soothing pleasure. Much success.

Ace Lewis
Your art brought smiles to face as I recognized various family members. I look at your titles, and I guess only the true titles for Ma and Ta were untouched! I was looking for the person who I shared so many birthdays with.Love Always, Ace

Velma Abramsen
Thanks for sharing a pleasant journey.

Gloria B. Callwood
Awesome!! I love your work!!

Ariel Melchior Jr.
Quite impressive. Best of luck always.

Rosalie Dance
Your warmth and loving spirit shine through your art. Thank you for sharing it, on the web and at the Reichhold.

Wenda Stephenson
Congratulations. Very impressive.

Valerie Combie
Professor Joyce, Congratulations! I'm so glad that you have decided to share such rich talents with us. Wonderful work. God Bless!

Jacqueline A. Sprauve
-- Very impres- sive for new-found talent. Would like to see work when you becomerenown (-:

Andrew Williams
Hi Joyce,These pictures are even better than I thought they would be. Looking forward to seeing them on my wall.

Dr. Patricia Cummins
Just Delightful! Stunning.I loved the tenderness, yet strength in each.Thanks for sharing.You have a wonderful gift.Patricia

Cherie Wheatley
I love your work especially Tantie Etta and Behold thanks for sharing your creations with me.

Marlene O. Rawlins
Professor Joyce: Great work! I'm really impressed with your art work; the pieces are oh, so beautiful. I like The Little Boy and His Donkey, what's That, Ki and Quianah, and let's say all of them. I know you are a vey talented lady, but ever so often you are coming up with more, wonderful surprises. I'm looking forward to viewing the exhibit at the Reichhold. Keep up the good work and continue to shine. Love, Marlene

Lecia S. Smith
Ms. Joyce, Excellent! Excellent! Excellent!One day I hope to have you draw a charcoal portrait of me.I especially love the boy and his donkey. I was suppose to be an artist also. I had gotten a scholarship to do art but however, I did not pursue it. Rather, I played woman and got pregnant and hence, lost the scholarship. Maybe, one day I will again, like you, pick up a paintbrush and some paint and do something. I am going to keep visiting your website.

Victoria M. Lamkin
Hilda, your work is just wonderful, I really enjoyed looking at it. When my husband (Martin) told meabout your work I was very suprisedbecause I didn't know you were anartist. Keep up the good work.

Suzy Green
I am so happy to see the path you are beginning. Soon you will be world reknown. I sent a copy of this to my friend Sonya who visited me when I lived at the home of the artiste. We never know what is meant for us to do. Good luck with everything, Hilda!Suzy

Martin J. Lamkin
Hi Hilda,I'm finally getting around to placing my remarks in your Guestbook.As I told you in a previous e-mail , I was completly shocked when I learned that you were the artist responsible for the wonderful art work displayed at Reichhold. I also told you that the portrait of Lad Richiards was simply magnifacent.I was even mor surprised to learn that he was your uncle. So a big CONGRATULATIONS TO YOU!!!!!!Martin Lamkin

Garfield Less
Interesting work. Will certainly pass it on.

Kevin Sottak
Just wanted to let you know that I've visited the exhibit at Reichhold and your website and think that the artwork is quite beautiful. Congratulations to you on cultivating this gift within and bringing beauty and inspiration to the rest of us!

Kathleen Dudemaine
Beautiful! Beautiful! Beautiful! Suck a remarkable talent! Best wishes, and keep on developing it -- we are all richer for having the privilege of viewing your work!

Sonya B. Elam
Dear Hilda,I’m overwhelmed by your talent and the love that you have expressed through your subjects. Thank you so very much for allowing me a glimpse at your ability during my visit with Suzy. I truly appreciated your gracious hospitality and kindness during my stay. God Bless you and I hope that your artistic abilities will enjoy worldwide acclaim. Take care.

Karen Kline
Hi Mrs. Joyce,Your artwork is absolutely beautiful.I really enjoyed all of them. My favorite one is the picture of your Mom.I would like to see the actual work in person. I will go to the Reichold this Saturday.Take care.Karen Kline

Donna Kline
Hi Hilda,Great artwork. You are truely blessed to possess such a gifted talent.Keep up the good work.Donna Kline

Leroy M. Walker
An inspiring range of endearing personalities and emotions. From you, I am not surprised. Congratulations!!

Carol Lautenslager
Hello Hilda, Your portraits are just great. I love the little girls,they are beautiful. you are a great artist. keep up the good work.I am an artist of portraits also. I love to draw faces.God bless you!Carol

Michael Middaugh
Excellent work, Hilda. I truly enjoyed it. You are a very gifted artist!

Dyma Williams
Wow! Your work is truly inspiring. One of my favorite pieces are of Tan Tan Tillie. You manage to capture the essence of her that can only be found in a mature virgin island woman. You have captured the many faces of us as a people. Continue to share your talent with us. I look forward to seeing more of your work soon!

Val Hill
This is great Hilda! I had no idea that you were such a talented artist!

stipe & faro
Hello, I'm a Belgian artist and i like your work.I was wondering if you want to exchange a work (drawing) of yours with a drawing of mine.I'm also a member of Absolutearts.I can send you some pictures if you want to, because there are not many works you can see of me.Please let me know if you want to exchange a work.Many greetings Stipe

Robyn Y Moore
Awesome work!

Gynah N. Guishard
Professor Joyce! Your drawings are delightful ... each one ... Thank you so much for sharing. I will certainly let my friends and family know about this. I wish you continued successful and God's richest blessings. Gynah!

Sharon Campbell Waters
Lovely artwork! Absolutely divine!Deborah Fontaine told me about your work and I am so glad she did.Do you do commissioned works from photos of children? Or do they have to be present?Have you exhibited in the states?I would love to come to one of your exhibitions.

Jennifer Grahame
You are truly an inspiration. Just like you I found my true love late in life. Two years ago just before my 50th birthday I finally had the courage to use the paint brushes I had bought over thirty years ago. Maybe one day I will have my own web page too. Thanks for sharing.

Ann Dando
Your works are beautiful. Ann

Erika
I enjoy your art work.. Its beautiful how you can look into your work and not only see a picture but also i story..Are most or all of you art work done in Charcoal? If so could you give me some tips on how to make the art work look more realitic..Im just a young artist trying to be great.

Desserie
Hi, Hilda. I was just looking a your drawings and I saw the drawing of Dr. Kean. I'd never seen that when I visited the site before. It is exactly - exactly - exactly Dr. Kean! He must love it. Keep up the excellent work.

Middy
An Inspiration! That is what you are to me Miss Hilda. God Bless you my sister. My sister recently purchased some of your artwork and introduced you to me. I will support your gift many times over as well. We are beautiful, aren't we?

Luz Monell
Tammy sent me this site so that I may take a look at your art. Your work is fabulous. It is hard to pick a favorite but if I had to I would say the boy on the donkey.

Robert Morón
I had not seen this beautiful lady in 50 years, yes 50 years, and what a pleasant surprise it was seeing her again, AND, becoming aware of her beautiful art.Hilda, you are indeed a gem of the Island.

Gladise E. Connor
I truly enjoyed your drawings. I see a very strong, rich (not monetarily),and spiritual people depicted in these drawings. Carry on. God Bless. G. E. Connor

rachel Clark
we saw a print of Daughter Of Jerusalem How Black You Are And Beautiful. It is wonderful, but we are interesting in knowing the cost of some of your original work and if it can be seen somewhere on line or the USA

Brad Michael Moore
Daughter of Jerusalem How Black You Are and Beauti, Ambenga, Behold What Manner of Love - I'd like them all - if you sell 'family sets' together (all your children). I'll make an offer. Best wishes in your continuing journey.

Lynn
Mrs. Joyce, I came across your charcoal artwork searching for a xmas present for one of my coworkers. When I picked it up at a Anitque Store I could not believe how much Ambenga resembles my friend Carla. Purfect present for a single mom to have inspiration to hold her head up high and stay strong. Would love to know some more about the person behind the drawing. If you could I would pass it on to her. Your artwork is beautiful. Thank you,

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