"To say that the paintings went over extremely well would be an understatement. I presented Diane with her beloved Refugio painting. She was sitting down on a small stool next to her mother (and had apparently just been talking about “Grandma Miller”) when I walked into the room for the unveiling. The moment it was uncovered, [they] spontaneously both jumped up and wept while calling out “That is Refugio”. Diane’s mother and Karen both had emotions and tears well up. Diane believes it is the most beautiful piece of art work she has ever seen, and the intent of “capturing a memory” for her was a complete success. While the room was still buzzing and fussing over Diane’s painting, I slipped out and brought in Karen’s. I slipped up by her side and said “Robbie said to give this to you”. The whole process started over again, this time with two sisters reliving a part of their life together that meant so much. Needless to say, Diane and Karen are very happy, and both were very surprised.

My memory will be of the day that you made a memory live as long as there is a breath left in two sisters. Again, thank you so much. I appreciate your devotion to your art. You are a talented artist and a warm human being."...Kevin Ousley

"How can I thank someone who so beautifully gave me a picture of my dearest memories? My picture of Refugio brings back to mind the smell of saltwater, the sand warm under my feet, the point, fishing for perch and rock bass, shell hunting, 10 cent Big Stick popsicles and most importantly, my grandparents, Vic and Audrey Miller.

I look at the picture and remember being so unconditionally loved and safe. Words can’t possibly convey the gratitude I have for your ability to capture all these emotions at one glance. When Kevin “unveiled” the painting, my eyes immediately knew what they were seeing, the 4 people in the picture whom I knew to be my grandparents, Karen and I at our favorite beach.

Thank you for the lives you touch through your art. I’ve said many times that Karen and I are the only 2 people on this earth who have these memories with our grandparents, and now others can see why this time in our lives were so very special. My sister is always willing to step in when needed and I am so happy you painted another picture just for her. My husband loves making memories of his own and he outdid himself with this surprise. Thank you, thank you, and thank you"....Diane Ousley 

"This painting has so many special meanings for my husband and I. I came here as a child to harvest abalone, search for sand dollars and make sand candles. Later, I learned to surf here and enjoyed many a bonfire. These rocks were the some of the first steps for my children. My husband spent the majority of his youth here too and still surfs here every chance he gets. It was very important to me to have this painting and Robbie did a fabulous job. This scene is from the fall of 2007. It was just in time. My painting was finished in January and by then the rugged seascape had been changed forever. These rocks were manipulated to form a foundation for the Hueneme Beach Promenade. I am so pleased and grateful to have had this painting done by Robbie. The autumn shadowing and her attention to the details of the sea that day grip me and have left a visual of one of the warmest spots of my heart." ... Kellie Swift 

"Everytime we look at the painting it takes us back to the beautiful countryside of Ireland. We wanted our painting to be very life like without looking like an impressionist piece. Robbie did an outstanding job of creating our painting exactly the way we envisioned. It's wonderful to have a painting in our home that is so meaningful and reminds us of the best vacation we've ever taken."....Jeff and Dena Horne 

"I am most impressed with Robbie's bold use of color and texture. Only this talent of hers could harmonize the wide use of tints and shades from palette to canvas. She has added her own personal style and emotion to my photograph. Her vision has rejuvenated the original dark scene."....Jesper Widén