18 x 20 Oil on Linen
2008

The Gypsy Clan of Smith is well known for operating the finest souvenir wagon at the royal jousts. But it's their youngest daughter, Lizzy, who is being talked about in the pits and garages beyond the Gypsy camp. This plucky maiden has gained attention for holding her own in campfire jousts with the gypsy lads.  And her charitable nature is the match of any knight as she recently led the youth Relay for Life parade. So, as Lizzy gains skill and reputation, it's no wonder that her visions of splintered lance, checkered flag and royal trophies increase. In  pink and golden dreams her father, Stephen, becomes a noble knight  passing on the family jousting honor to his worthy daughter, "Lady Lizzy" -  future Champion!