Completing the Canvas: A Novella
by Rob Schryver
– Learn MoreHow do we spend our final days and find the courage to prepare for the inevitable crossing into the afterlife – even if we are unsure of what awaits us?
That is the central question of “Completing the Canvas”. It is the magical story of an elderly Portuguese man’s reflection on his lifetime after his wife dies. Soon after the arrival of a mysterious little dog, the man is inspired to paint from their secret island rendezvous and becomes famous for his work. However, he completes his grandest masterpiece just before he dies – a masterpiece that transcends the spatial and temporal boundaries of our reality. The story is about the special bond between the lonely man, the lively dog that inspires him and the island community. It is a story of love, joy, passion, grief, sacrifice, remembrance and moving on.