Tag Archives: dog portrait

Sam: A Border Collie Dog Portrait in Oils

Posted on June 9, 2013 by

I wish I had a dog but since I don’t, at least I can paint them! This dog portrait in oil was commissioned by a woman as a gift to her father-in-law of his dog. I had to wait to … Continue reading →

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Cocoa: A Dog Portrait

Posted on January 27, 2013 by

When I was given the photo of Cocoa to paint from, I pointed out that her face was covered with mud or sand. I was asked if I could paint her without the dirt. I laughed, since I’d just finished … Continue reading →

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Puck: A Dog Portrait in Oils (delivered with tears and hugs)

Posted on December 19, 2012 by

This was a first: when I delivered the painting it made its owner cry! And hug me. And make me cry!  I know how much Puck, who is getting there up in dog years, means to his owner so I … Continue reading →

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