30 in 30 Day 24

I wish this was my 24th painting to post this month, but I think I'm off by a couple.  Oh well, I am painting a ton!!  And some can't be posted yet because they are gifts.  Sooo, no big deal.  Today's painting is a little dog named Tyson.  He's a Shihtzu Pom cross, something I had never heard of before, but if I was getting a dog, this would be it!!  Talk about cute!  This guy is an animal actor, playing the part of Toto over 30 times live, on stage in Alberta.  Take a bow-wow, Tyson. 
My photo has a bit of glare, as the paint is still wet in areas. lol 

Tyson

11x14

acrylic on canvas

 

30 in 30 Day 23 ish

"Sidda"

12x12

acrylic on Canvas

 

Sidda is the beloved black lab of our dear friend, Dr. Heidi Potter, DMV.  Sidda and Heidi were together for years, and this year, after a husband and 2 little boys came onto the scene, Sidda passed away at a ripe old age.  She was an adored member of the family. 

I searched the name Sidda, and came up with a character in the movie, Divine Secrets of the  Ya Ya Sisterhood. 

 

30 in 30

30 paintings in 30 Days or so ........

"Van Goat"

12x12

acrylic on canvas

I have a friend who takes amazing pictures.  And she generously gave me permission to use her photos as references.  So I went into her Facebook feed and found this beauty.  The painting started off quite realistic, then I decided I wanted to try my hand at this colourful goat.  I am pretty sure it's a young mountain goat, that she took in Jasper Provincial Park, in Alberta Canada. 

I am thrilled with how it turned out. 

Thank you to Leslie-Anne Davidson for the photo.  

Thanks to Jill Love Clark for the name.

 

 

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"Bauer"

The Bernese Mountain Dog

12x12

acrylic on canvas

 

He is just a beautiful dog.  I had the pleasure of meeting his owner, Donnica, at a Women's conference and retreat.  She owns one of my angel wings paintings in memory of her dad, and now she's  looking forward to hanging Bauer's portrait.

Thank you so much, Donnica!!

 

After I finished this painting last night, I couldn't wait to start on my latest.  It's not really a pet, but it is an animal. 

30 Paintings in 30 Days Day 18!!

This is Tucker.  He is a "big galoot" who was rescued in Edmonton by my neice, Nicole and her husband, Kam.  When they first got him he was very wary around kids.  But since George and Hunter came along, (and a soon to be sibling in July) he's just fine.  When they come to Murphy Lake, tucker loves to go running with Nicole and swimming for sticks.  He has the most expressive ears, too.  When he was younger, one always seemed to be up and one down. 


Tucker
11x14
acrylic on Canvas
sold

30 Paintings in 30 Days Day 17

Miss Tess

10x10

acrylic on Canvas

 

Day 17

This Australian Shepherd is a beloved, energetic Australian Shepherd.  She has a human brother and a Beagel brother, too. 

I love her attentive look and engaging smile.

The nose gives me trouble......every.....single......time.. 

 

 

30 Paintings in 30 Days Day 16

whoo hooo!!  Over half way!  This is Day 16.  I painted a really awesome pet portrait yesterday, and I will share it on Sunday.  It was commissioned as a gift..... Sooo, I had to paint an additional painting yesterday.  This little calf was born near Irma, Alberta just the other day.  Ashtyn sent me some great photos of the babies.  I think this would be the perfect artwork for the Fixer Upper Style, Joannna Gaines type decorating.  All white on white. 

 

"Charlie"

16 x 16

acrylic on canvas

 

30 Paintings in 30 Days, Day 15

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This is Wicket.

He is a beloved member of a Saskatoon Family, who got all dressed up for his portrait.

This  Shih Tzu reminds me of our Bailey dog.  We had her for 16 years and loved her big eyes and her cute underbite.

 

 

Valentine's Day 30in30

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Wow,   I scheduled myself quite heavily last week........and I was tired.   So yesterday, Valentine`s Day, I went for lunch with my sweetheart, and gave myself a break.  I reposted `Buster` I painted him in January 2017 for that 30 in 30. 

I hope you all had a wonderful day. 

 

30 Paintings in 30 Days Day 12

The working title of this painting is "Olympic Mittens"

It might change to

 "Oh, Canada"  or "Go, Canada" or "Team Canada"

What do you think? 

 

8x10

acrylic on canvas

 

I painted a version of this in 2010 in oil

I revisited it today.

 

Go Canada!!!!!!!

 

30 Paintings in 30 Days Day 11

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"Chloe"

11x14

acrylic

 

Day 11.  This has been such a busy art week.  I had a tradeshow, taught a painting afternoon at my grandson's Kindergarten, finished a large custom angel wings painting, a not as large custom angel wings painting, 6 pet portraits, last night I painted live at the Little Italy Gala in support of the Lloydminster Sexual assault centre, and donated a custom painting for the live auction.... the winning bid was $900 ( I was thrilled) we danced til the wee hours,  and tonight I am teaching a small group of ladies an angel wings class.  Whew!!

Next week, I just plan to teach one class and paint for my 30in30. 

 

30 Painting in 30 Days Day 10

"Cooper"

Australian Shepherd

12x12

acrylic on canvas

 

Karen submitted Cooper's photo the last time I did my 30 in 30 project.

When I messaged her to see if I could use it this time, she said "YES!!!!"  That's right.  4 exclamation marks. 

 

I was seriously tired yesterday, and not even sure I would get it done. I went to my grandson's kindergarten class with all my supplies and we painted birdhouses and trees on 12x12 canvases. 

Thank goodness there were 4 moms there to help.

They were enthusiastic little painters and we had lots of Art High- Fives!!

 

30 Paintings in 30 Days Day 9

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"Deuce"

10x10

acrylic on canvas

 

Rolanda sent me a couple photos of their Schnauzer, Deuce.  Some where he was freshly groomed, but I loved the picture of him when his hair was a little longer.  I started with a teal background, then decided to make it dark...and I'm happy with the way it turned out.

I've known Rolanda her whole life, and I am honored to create another painting for her Art Collection.

 

30 Paintings in 30 Days Day 8

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"Miss George with Flower Crown"

10x10

acrylic on canvas

 

I just love how this turned out.  Lisa sent me photos of Miss George, their much loved St. Bernard.  However, they were professional photos.  (She actually had a Santa Hat on in the original photo) I let Lisa know that I would be unable to paint from a photographer's photo without permission.  Lisa went the extra mile and got permission from Holly at BrindleBerry Dog Photography in Calgary.

Thank you, Holly!!

 

I don' know what it is with Flower Crowns on Dogs, but I love them. 

30 Paintings in #0 Days Day 7

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"Boston" 

11x14

acrylic on canvas

 

Sarah Submitted Boston's photo to me quite a while ago.  I found it hard to photograph this painting with it's  dark background.  I'm sure there are some tips I could learn to do a better job taking pictures.Boston is a "rescue puppy" with some shepherd in him, for sure.   He just looks like the happiest guy around.  And so handsome. 

 

It was a pleasure to paint him.

Whoozagoodboy 

Now, I am back to the studio to paint Day 8.

Tune in tomorrow!

30 Paintings in 30 Days Day 6

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Lily Batdog

(nana nana nana nana nana nana nana nana, Batdog)

12x12

acrylic on Canvas

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Amanda, Lily's owner said that she and Lily are the only females in the household, so they stick together. She is christened, Lily, Batdog, because of the ears.  I'm sure she would fit in very nicely on the set of the next Batman Movie!

 

 

30 Paintings in 30 Days Day 5

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 "Virgil"

8x8

Acrylic on Canvas

 

"he loves to play hard, then crashes!" according to his owner, Sara..  Look at those big eyes.

I started with the orange and yellow as an underpainting, but decided to go with it. 

 

30 Paintings in 30 Days Day 4

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Myla

12x12

Acrylic on Canvas

 

This is the third time I've chosen Pet Portraits as my theme for my 30 paintings in 30 Days Challenge, and  Maegan, Myla's owner has submitted her photo every time.  I have to say,  it took me a while to decide to paint her, and I love how it turned out.  The first background was flat pink, and I hated it.  Then I added some white, yellow and a bit of orange to it with some pattern play.  I think Myla will be pleased.  

There you go, Myla!!

 

 

30 Paintings in 30 Days Day 3

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Day 3
This is Edison, the Sheltie.  He and his brother,
Baxter,(see Day 2) live in Kamploops, BC, Canada and they love to go play in the mountains. 

30 Paintings in 30 Days, day 2

Day 2
I listened to a podcast about marketing, and they said to find your Niche Market.  So I thought, well, my Pet Portraits certainly appeal to dog Lovers, so I joined a couple Facebook groups, and posted some of my work.  I received lots of feedback and some orders.  When I decided to do the 30in30 for February, I posted a little video on one of the groups and the response was PHENOMENAL!!
I will be doing lots of shipping this month. 


This is Baxter.  He and his "Brother" love hiking in the mountains and playing in the snow!!

Baxter
10x10
acrylic on canvas
 
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30 paintings in 30 Days Feb 1, 2018

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Here we go again.  30 in 30.  I signed up for this painting challenge on Leslie Saeta's blog.  She is the host of a podcast I listen to called Artists Helping Artists.  She hosts this painting Challenge twice a year.  This is my 4th challenge.  I started doing pet portraits last January and decided to do pets again this time. 

This is Roo.  Her owner, Ellicia says that she is a "Fiesty Little rocket with the biggest heart...she loves to meet new people! (I know, weird for a Chihuahua)"

I think she is pretty sweet.  Ellicia thought she was too sad in the first version of the painting, so I tried to "cheer her up" 

To submit photos to have your pet included in my 30in30, or to commission your own Pet Portrait, email me grafitti@telus.net