We have returned to the beautiful Whippoorwhil Manor Farm for The Studio Retreat II. You might recall that we were here this summer for The Studio Retreat I. (See more photos from that trip here.) It was an awesome experience so most of the same group returned for a second go at painting and being creative in this beautiful environment.
Lincoln and Jed love it here too. Here they are on the porch yesterday afternoon waiting to greet the other Retreaters. They could hardly contain themselves. LOL – Just two old porch dogs! (BTW-Lincoln saw a ground hog running across the green field to the left of that red barn and I’m really glad I had a leash on him then or he would still be chasing that dang thing!)
A few weeks ago I had a Paint Party in Winchester for a large group. (
I didn’t realize that it would take me so long to be able to get around on my own as it has. I guess I thought I would bounce right back like I did after the meniscus surgery but that was not the case. Plus I have needed to keep the ice therapy machine on my knee to keep the swelling down and that has required refilling every few hours, 24 hours a day. Sandy has done all of that with a smile and a sense of humor. She has been simply wonderful. I can’t even begin to thank her for all that she has done for me and the boys.
We had a busy weekend painting Pet Portraits. They all turned out so wonderful! Just take a look.
People love to paint Pet Portraits at The Studio! We love them too. Here are the terrific portraits from yesterday’s party.
We had a blast. I have been to the show many times but it never gets old. And it was so much fun to see the show through the eyes of people seeing it for the first time.
If you like dogs you really should go once. If going to the show is not on your “Bucket List” it should be. Add it now! It is so special to see the different breed up close and to speak to their owners or handlers about the dog and the breed….and of course, take lots of photos. Can’t wait till the next time!
And then, as soon as I got home the local “Customs Agents” went through my bags checking out all the smells of all the dogs and for treats I brought home for them! I love to see the pure bred dogs but I really missed my mutts!!!
The Studio 