The crowds began to roll out onto the dusty streets of Tombstone where the loud heated slurs and jostling were always the first signs of yet another senseless showdown.   The townsfolk suddenly hushed as a woman stepped out from the shadows of the buildings and into the radiant glow of the deserts evening sun. 

She showed no fear as she positioned herself between the pair of enraged gun-slingers. 

The sound of a fast approaching horse cast quiet curiosity amongst the locals.  As the rider’s silhouette grew near, a smile adorned the brave woman's face that could melt the hearts of the most unprepared.  As she remained firmly fixed, the brilliance within her stance was beyond captivating.  As the handsomely rugged Marshal dismounted, his eyes melted into those of the woman that stood before him.  The Divine admiration and love he felt in that moment for his lady shined brighter than that of the untarnished star worn proudly upon his chest.  As quickly as tempers had flared and crowds had formed, they now dispersed leaving behind only a few spell-bound onlookers.

There would be no more gunfights in Tombstone and it is was through the gentle hearts of women that it really was…. how the west was tamed.   

This painting was created from photographs taken by the Artist in Tombstone, Arizona.  Modeling for the photoshoot was Kristina Thoresen. 

Image size :  16-1/2” x  24-1/2”