A very special leaving present

At the beginning of the year, I left my job of 13 years to complete my theology degree. It was a hard decision to make as I really enjoyed my role and the people I met in local government.  But I am finding my studies very engaging and enjoyable. 

My colleagues are a good bunch and commissioned this fantastic caricature of me as a leaving gift. They even got it framed. I think it is fantastic! They did a superb job communicating with the artist about the sort of trains I'm fond of, all unbeknownst to me! There were many reasons why this was an incredibly personal and significant gift for me and I'm very grateful to my friends and colleagues at the Gore District Council for this thoughtful gift. It was great working with you all over the last 13 years. You all give so much and make such a difference in our community. Thank you. 

                                    

The artist is Shaun Yeo from Invercargill, New Zealand. As you can see, Yeo is a talented cartoonist and illustrator who also accepts commissions.

I hope you enjoy the creative flair. Who knows, perhaps if you're searching for the right gift for a fellow modeller, they may appreciate the uniqueness and whimsy of a caricature. You may be able to find a local cartoonist who could help you out.