30" x 14"
oil on canvas
Really love painting these!
Saturday, January 28, 2012
Thursday, January 26, 2012
Loki Dog
Loki
8" x 8"
oil on canvas
Sold to a collector in North Carolina
Downtown Dog 8
If you think you've seen this painting before you have because it is number 8 in the Downtown Dog series.
If you don't believe painting everyday makes you a better and more confident painter, here is proof. The bottom was painted with doubt and fear the top was painted with confidence and joy. Not saying the bottom wasn't with joy, but it was overshadowed with doubt because I was learning and still am, just in a better place without fear of screwing up. It's a good place.
The reason I painted this again was because the Downtown Dog 8 was sold and then the owner of the dog, found my card and ended up seeing the show downtown and wanted the painting, but because it was sold, I painted her another. It was a great experience because I can truly see how much I've grown.
Wednesday, January 25, 2012
New Painting and New Book is Out!
"Roscar" commission
10" x 8"
oil on panel
Sold to a collector in North Carolina
My new book "Faithful" is now available at Blurb!!
29 paintings of the always faithful dog, in hardback and softcover.
Sunday, January 22, 2012
Red Creek
oil on canvas
20" x 16"
Sold to a collector in Virginia
Sold to a collector in Virginia
I have a love and envy of abstract painting. It has always been a struggle for me to trust myself enough to even complete an abstract painting. So when I can across Red Creek Jasper stones for my jewelry, I was tremendously moved. The colors and patterns in each stone are so unique and inspiring, I just had to give it a try.
This is what I came up with and by the way, I REALLY loved getting lost in this painting.
Saturday, January 21, 2012
Monday, January 9, 2012
Bully
Thursday, January 5, 2012
Sunday, January 1, 2012
Happy New Year!
"2011"
12" x 7"
oil on panel
They say "Out with the old, in with the new" and this is my take on 2011. It was a tough year and I'm more than happy to start anew.
Right before Christmas I started getting a cold. At times, I felt I was getting better -then it came on "full tilt". When it was done, it socked me with a good old fashion 2-day migraine.
I'm happy (and relieved) to say on this beautiful New Year's Day, I feel renewed and fresh, being over this nastiness. It was such an appropriate way to end and begin this journey of a year.
Happy New Year Everybody!!
Thursday, December 22, 2011
"Fritz" Commission
"Fritz"
8" x 10"
oil on panel
Get your Free copy at the show!
Well, it's been a great (and successful) three months at WHQR Public Radio Station's Mc Erny Gallery. So far I've sold 14 paintings, been hired for commissions and gotten lots of promotion. Friday is the last show and then it comes down January 13th.
Not only will I have new paintings and prints for sale, I will be giving away five free copies of my new book to the first five that ask about it. After the show, the book will be available at Blurb.
So, if you're needing a break from the holiday rush or looking for that unique, last minute gift, come on by and relax with some music, wine and good company.
Saturday, December 17, 2011
Pink Lady
7" x 5"
oil on panel
Chumley, my dog's most favorite treat in the whole world is an apple. He absolutely goes crazy for them. I usually give him red delicious, but started to wonder about other varieties. Because we always have apples in the fridge I started enjoying them with meals, in salads and cooking with them and I realized I had only tried one and why? because there are so many types to choose from and I thought, maybe the name "red delicious" just seemed like it would be just red and really delicious, but how was I to know? Maybe there is one out there more delicious.
So I decided to compare, went to the grocery and bought as many varieties I could find. After apologizing to the checkout girl for having to scan and weight each one, I took them home and tried three at a time. I found they all are so different and wonderful, except for Granny Smith, which is just sour and bitter, Chumley even had a tough time with that one.
So far, I narrowed the best down to Honey Crisp, Jazz & Pink Lady (Cripps Pink). I'm still trying new ones and if I find a better one than these, I'll let you know.
By the way, Chumley is REALLY enjoying this experiment.
Thursday, December 15, 2011
Mutt
"Mutt"
7" x 5"
December 23rd will be the last show at WHQR's Holiday Party and I will have some new paintings showing aaaand.... I'm giving away five advanced copies of my new book coming out, called what else, "Faithful... A Series of Dog Paintings"!
The first five at the show to ask about the book get one... Yayy!
If you haven't seen the show, now is the time because it ends January 13th. So take a break, enjoy some food, wine, good company and vintage music by Susan Savia.
Friday, December 9, 2011
Ginger (lost dog series)
7" x 7"
oil on panel
We found this dog down the street awhile ago, put up posters that night and received a call from the owner the next day, close to tears that their Ginger had been found. He had told us that she was very old and had wondered off during a move.
I just love a good ending, don't you?
Wednesday, December 7, 2011
Looking Back
9" x 12"
oil on canvas
Sometimes we like to just take off exploring and shoot lots of photographs. The other day we ended up in Sneads Ferry at the seafood docks and this dog came running down the hill towards us like he had found long lost friends, once he got to us, he kept looking back. I guess to see if someone had noticed he was missing. I snapped a few shots of him looking at me and some looking away, but I really liked the shadow outline of his face looking away and loved the way it feels in this painting.
Tuesday, December 6, 2011
"Ollie" Commission
10" x 10"
oil on panel
Note from client:
Oh my goodness it is so wonderful you are going to make me cry. It resembles him so much!
Ashley
Just got my "Faithful" Calendar today and it looks fantastic!!
Red Bubble Rules!
Friday, December 2, 2011
Tuesday, November 29, 2011
Nita Sleeping
16" x 8"
oil on panel
sold
sold
Here's the response from the client...
"Ha! That is just awesome -- you rock!"
Lisa
Monday, November 28, 2011
"Faithful" Calendar on Sale Now!
Hot off the presses!
The brand new "Faithful" Calendar is available now at Red Bubble.
If you use the promo code
HELLO2012
you get 10% off.
Sunday, November 27, 2011
Wednesday, November 23, 2011
Show Friday!
Just in case you missed the first show, there will be another this Friday. We'll have munchies (human and canine kind), wine, coffee, music, and of course art!
Dogs are welcome!
Perry Smith will be playing and Doggie by Nature bakery will be there with samples and treats to buy.
Happy Thanksgiving!
Tuesday, November 22, 2011
"Molly" Commission
9" x 12"
oil on panel
sold
"I LOVE it!! You captured her absolutely perfectly. Thank you so much!" Sarah
"I LOVE it!! You captured her absolutely perfectly. Thank you so much!" Sarah
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