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The Talking Beagle

Posted in Art Class, Dogs, Pet Portaits, tagged acrylic, beagle, daily painter, Dogs, pet portrait, Virginia Artist on September 29, 2014| Leave a Comment »

Last week at my evening adult classes I started a painting. Sometimes when I feel that everyone is on track with their paintings I will paint during the adult art classes. On Wednesday and Thursday I worked on “The Talking Beagle”. It is an acrylic painting on 16″x20″ canvas. I have always loved the way Beagles “talk”-they throw their heads back and just let go! I love it.

This painting is about 75% finished. I still need to get in some details and the finish the face. I am hoping to get to that during this weeks class.

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Two Years Ago Mamie Arrived!

Posted in Dogs, Serendipity, tagged Dogs, Mamie, Rescue dog, Rescue dogs on September 17, 2014| 2 Comments »

Patriotic Mamie

Mamie Eisenhower Walker

Mamie dropping a toy in my lap to throw for fetch

Mamie sleeping on MY pillow-her favorite nap spot

Mamie with Snow Dog

The view of “Pitiful Mamie “when Mom leaves the house

A ride in the truck

Mamie and Lincoln Resting

Mamie’s Tutu

Two years ago today Mamie came to live with us. (See that here.)

She was four years old and came in like a little whirlwind. She has some treat aggression and a bad toy aggression problem. But after a few months all that got worked out.

Now she runs our household. She is the littlest one but every one “minds” her.

She is very demanding….especially when it comes to playing with her toys. She loves to fetch. And we love her so we “fetch” a lot!

So here’s to Mamie. We are looking forward to many, many more good years with her.

Enjoy the many faces of Mamie as we celebrate her today!!!

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Art Camp Continues with Manet

Posted in Art Camp, Dogs, tagged acrylic, Art Camp, Dogs, Edouard Manet, impressionism, Manet, The Railway on August 6, 2014| Leave a Comment »

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The Railway by Edouard Manet

Art Camp continued yesterday with us studying Edouard Manet. We painted a portion of “The Railway”. We selected the inset of the puppy napping in the woman’s lap. Great job kids!!!

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4 Years Ago

Posted in Dogs, tagged Dogs, Lincoln, pet portrait, Rescue dogs on July 21, 2014| Leave a Comment »

Abraham Lincoln Walker

Lincoln looking handsome in a blue sweater

Friday was the 4th anniversary of Lincoln’s Adoption Day. Apologies to Mr. Lincoln for letting it get by without a huge celebration. We have been dealing with a LOT this weekend and now it’s time to make up for it.

Lincoln is quite a character but a VERY loving little boy.

He wants nothing more than to be loved by everyone. We have painted Lincoln several time over the years…especially in the kids class.

Ethan and Lincoln

He makes a great subject.

So Happy 4th Anniversary Lincoln. We are so glad you are part of our family!!!

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Many Thanks for a Wonderful Birthday!

Posted in Art Class, Dogs, Serendipity, Small Town Life, tagged Dogs on July 10, 2014| Leave a Comment »

Birthday Pups

As my birthday week continued yesterday with my actual birthday I was humbled by the many, many birthday greetings I received from family and friends on Facebook and on my blog. Jed and I had a terrific day starting with a great train chase at the park and ending with a fun birthday party with my Wednesday Night Art Class. It was a terrific day.

When I got home from the morning art class these pups greeted me at the front door. My dear friend, Linda, who knows me so well, gave these to me for my birthday gift. They even came with name tags that say Jed, Lincoln and Mamie. I LOVE THEM!

Pat’s Gift Bag back

Pat’s Gift Bag Front

And my creative friend Pat, from the Wednesday night art class, brought me a wonderful gift in this hand decorated gift bag. I love how she drew us all on the bag. Fabulous!!!!

I am so blessed and grateful to have so many wonderful friends. I love you guys!!!! I am liking this whole birthday week thing. It continues as I have plans to attend an art workshop on Saturday in the Shenandoah National Park. I will keep you posted. 🙂

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Paint Your Pet’s Portrait Party

Posted in Paint Parties, Pet Portaits, tagged Dogs, impressionism, Paint Party, pet portrait on July 7, 2014| Leave a Comment »

Oliver

The next Paint Party is scheduled on July 19th at 3 pm at The Studio, 105 E Main Street in Front Royal, and it’s a Paint Your Pet’s Portrait party! Why don’t you join us and create a special painting of your favorite pet. Cost is $35 and includes all supplies. Sign up today as space is limited.

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Pet Portrait Demonstration at Library

Posted in daily painter, Dogs, Pet Portaits, Small Town Life, tagged acrylic, daily painter, daily painting, Dogs, impressionism, Shenandoah Valley, Virginia Artist on July 3, 2014| Leave a Comment »

Pet Portrait Demonstration at the Library

Last week I was asked to present a demonstration of a pet portrait at Samuel Public Library Summer Reading program. Their theme this summer is pets so my work fit in nicely. It was fun to paint the demo piece while talking about being a full-time artist. I really enjoy doing this type of presentation.

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Paint Your Pet’s Portrait

Posted in Dogs, Paint Parties, Pet Portaits, tagged acrylic, Dogs, impressionism, Paint Party, Paint Your Pet, pet portrait on June 22, 2014| Leave a Comment »

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June 2014

Our ever popular “Paint Your Own Pet’s Portrait” Party was terrific yesterday. We had a wonderful group of painters. And everyone created a beautiful work of art to honor these lovely dogs.

Consider joining us for the next one on Saturday, July 19th!

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Darlin’ Dachshund

Posted in Crochet, tagged Crochet, crocheted dachshund, crocheted dog, Dogs, Virginia Artist on June 1, 2014| Leave a Comment »

OK. For those of you who have been giving me a hard time about only crocheting kitties (see the cats here and here) and no pups – here it is!

~~This is Darlin’ Dachshund. He is going down to Delilah’s today and will be available there.~~ NOTE: The puppy is SOLD!!!

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Pat and Rebecca Complete Paintings

Posted in Art Class, Pet Portaits, tagged acrylic, Art Class, art lessons, Blue Ridge Arts Council, Dogs, flowers, impressionism on March 27, 2014| Leave a Comment »

Pat with Daisy Painting

Last night Pat completed her daisy painting that we saw her working on last week. (Check that out here.) It looks terrific! Great job Pat.

Rebecca with Pet Portrait

And Rebecca, who started her painting at the “Paint Your Pet Portrait” Party a few weeks ago, came in and finished her painting of her wonderful pups. Super! So glad you painted these sweeties.

Remember, you can learn to paint too or improve you current skills by joining us for painting class or a paint party. Check out more information at the Art Class or Paint Party tabs above.

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