Monday, December 28, 2009

New Ebay Items Listed


I just listed these items on Ebay
Click here to view auctions:

Tuesday, December 22, 2009

Jake & Hedda


Jake
8" x 8"
oil on panel
Sold



Hedda
8" x 8"
oil on panel
Sold

These two dogs belong to friends of mine and I gave them as Christmas presents. Hedda is a downtown dog retouched.

Sunday, December 20, 2009

The Missing Ornament



8" x 8"
oil on panel
SOLD

Gift Certificate for Pet Portrait - 15% Off


Downtown Dog Calendar

I forgot to include the link for the calendar - here it is:

If you use the code: teejunction0909
to get free shipping



Saturday, December 19, 2009

"Portia" done and "Downtown Dog" calendar



"Portia"
9" x 12"
Oil on canvas panel
Sold



"Dowtown Dog Calendar"
11" x 17"

I know it's late for Christmas, but not for the New Year. I just got my
first print of the downtown dog calendar yesterday and it looks fabulous!!!
It's a lot bigger than I thought it would be.

So, if you're looking for a cool calendar for the new year, here is the
website to order:

If you use the code: teejunction0909
You'll get free shipping

Wednesday, December 16, 2009

Corgie


8" x 8"
Oil on panel
Sold

Tuesday, December 15, 2009

"Portia" in progress


9" x 12"
Oil on canvas board

Sad to say, Portia passed away a few days ago. When I received the photos to work from the client, I thought she was a puppy, but actually she was 15 years old. She really looked great for her age. Here is another photo of ( I believe) her peeking through couch pillows, which is absolutely adorable. She will be missed greatly.



Monday, December 14, 2009

Downtown Dog 72


8" x 8"
oil on panel
Sold

This is one on the downtown dogs and I just didn't like the way the fur looked the first time around so I decided to spend a little more time with it. This is for a client that wants to give this as a present for Christmas.

There are about 25 downtown dogs that I will be spending more time on before the book can be completed.

Always busy!

Tuesday, December 8, 2009

Lolly (in progress)


8" x 8"
oil on panel
Sold

This is one of the most unusual dogs I think I have ever seen. She reminds me of a Maurice Sendak character. I still need to add more highlights and hair after it dries a bit.

Sunday, December 6, 2009

Friday, December 4, 2009

Shepherd


8" x 8"
oil on panel
Sold

Art Sale...


Sold

The Art Sale is still going on on Ebay
Some are still at 99¢!


Thursday, December 3, 2009

Border Collie

8" x 8"
Oil on panel
Sold

Hot off the easel!

Just wanted to let you all know that if you are thinking about a Christmas pet portrait, the cut off day is Dec 12th. If you go to website, under portraits you'll see pricing.

Tuesday, December 1, 2009

Poncho Pieta in Progress


This is my, as Guy puts it "project painting" where I paint a little at a time on it, probably taking weeks or months to complete. Still struggling with the flesh tones and not happy with the eyes look "cold" and the face doesn't "flow". I also want a more realistic look, just not sure how to do it.  In the photo he has tattoos on both arms and I'm debating whether to put that in or not. I like the feel of them, but not sure.

Lately I've been layering color using a mixture of linseed oil and mineral spirits. I have used this method before and in some situations it works well.

I have several commissions going on, but can't post them until after Christmas, because the clients have requested they stay a secret.

I also have the Naomi painting still in progress, moving more into the background. Will post photos later.

Monday, November 30, 2009

Bob


8" x 8"
Oil on panel
Sold

Friday, November 27, 2009

Lilly Bloom


8" x 8"
Oil on panel

Thursday, November 26, 2009

Wildflowers and a letter of thanks


12" x 12"
oil on canvas

I did this painting right after I moved to NC and it hangs at my lake house in FL. These wildflowers bloom all around the area and are just gorgeous.

I was thinking about what I'm thankful for because I guess it's Thanksgiving and that's what we should do and I always do feel energized and centered when I do - I really should do it more often. I am overwhelmingly thankful to be in a relationship with someone who is unselfish, unconditional, who just loves for me to paint and supports me no matter how much time I spend doing it.  I'm thankful my son who is creative and living his life to the fullest he is able to right now. My mom who is always just a phone call away for advice and to make me laugh. My sister, who constantly inspires me with her strength. My friends, who inspire me creatively. All of you, who keep me painting. The universe that is constantly taking care of me and my sobriety.