Two Saints & a Berner...Pet Portraits in OIL

If you or someone you know is interested in having a portrait done of their precious pup feel free to contact me or visit my website.

Pet Portraits in OIL by Lara Harris: 4 Boston Terriers (Painting in Progress)

I've been busy most of the summer working on various commissions. This is a portrait I am working on of 4 Boston Terriers for a client in Chicago. The 1st & 2nd pup are pretty much completed and I am now working on the 3rd. I'm really happy with how the piece is coming together! Stay tuned for the grande finale! If you are interested in having a portrait done of your precious pup, feel free to contact me and/or visit my site at Studio Lara.com.

Limited Offer! 5x7 Portraits $65 Canvas Panel/$100 Stretched Canvas to Help with Taffy's Cancer Treatment

For a Limited Time I will be offering 5x7 Pet Portraits in Oil for $65 on canvas panel, $100 on stretched canvas & 8x10 portraits for $125 on canvas panel, $150 on stretched canvas (I usually charge $200)...we really need the help with Taffy's ongoing treatment of bone cancer. His pain patches alone will cost us $200 a month & this doesn't include his supplements, chemo, etc. etc. Feel free to share with anyone you may know who might be interested in having a portrait done! Thank you! Contact me for details/any questions...I work from digital photos as well as actual printed photos.
(*my husband was let go from his job with Art Van today, he will be starting full-time at NY LIFE, but it would be a great help to us at this time if you are thinking of having a portrait done. Thank you so much!)

Bernese Mountain Dog Painting in OIL & Update on Taffy

Just finished this Bernese Mountain Dog painting which will be available in my store on etsy or if you are interested in purchasing it feel free to contact me! Taffy is still in his fight against bone cancer...it's been pretty rough this past week, he doesn't want to eat much and the tumor has gone thru his cheekbone and into his mouth. Meds have been difficult to get in at times, so much so that when he does not want to take them by mouth we have to give them the other way...I know, not pretty but if it means saving his life, well you just do it. Thank you for your contiued prayers & if you are interested in having a portrait done or know of anyone please feel free to contact me and/or pass along my name. God bless!

Bernese Mountain Dog Pet Portrait in OIL

Another portrait of an adorable Bernese Mountain Dog named 'Mosby'...I just love his soft expression in this piece. You almost want to ask 'a penny for your thoughts?' :) If you are interested in having a pet portrait done feel free to contact me!
 10% will be donated to Heart of Michigan Bernese Mountain Dog Rescue.
(*photo used with permission, flickr id: jtscanlon )

Meet 'Mosby' the Bernese Mountain Dog...Portrait Painting in OIL by LARA

 This is 'Mosby,' an adorable Bernese Mountain Dog! I just love their coloring! Available on ebay at 9pm EST.If you are interested in having a pet portrait done, feel free to contact me! 10% will be donated to Heart of Michigan Bernese Mountain Dog Rescue.
(*photo used with permission, flickr id: jtscanlon )

Bernese Mountain Dog Winter Pup Painting in OIL & My 1st live interview!

(Winter Berner, 8"x10", 

oil on stretched canvas, SOLD,thank you!)

10% will be donated to 

Heart of Michigan Bernese Mountain Dog Rescue

This is one of my first paintings of 2010! An adorable Bernese Mountain Dog named Berkley. The photo I used didn't actually have him in the snow, but I thought it so fitting given the breed and current arctic conditions here in Michigan! This piece may already be spoken for, but of not it will be available in the next couple of days. If you are interested in having a pet portrait done of your precious pooch, feel free to drop me a line!

(*photo used with permission, flickr id: kellygifford)

 

I'd also like to mention that I will be starting off the New Year with an on air interview with Red River Writers on Blog Talk Radio at 4:20PM EST! I've never actually done a live interview before so it should be interesting. You can even call in with questions, or just have a listen. Here is the link to their page. Hope everyone had a wonderful holiday and all the best in 2010!!

NEW Christmas Winter Pups...

 

(6"x 6", oil on stretched canvas,

available on ebay)

I'll need to re-photograph these once the sun returns to Michigan, but I was able to get a couple more Christmas Pup Paintings done just in time for the holidays! I am also still taking Pet Portrait Commissions, however, unless they are booked by the end of today I cannot guarantee delivery in time for Christmas. What you can do for last minute gifts is put a little note in a card saying that you are having a portrait done for that special someone. A grreat gift idea they will cherish for years to come! Contact me if you would like to book in for a pet portrait!

Bernese Mountain Dog Christmas Winter Pup Painting in OIL

"Berner Christmas Pup," 6"x 6", 

oil on stretched canvas, (SOLD, thank you!)

Among all the hustle & bustle of Thanksgiving and holiday orders I was able to complete this Bernese Mountain Dog Christmas Pup painting. I'm hoping the sun will come out here in Michigan such that I can get a better photo, but rest assured there is much more color & detail than what may appear!If you are interested in purchasing this piece drop me an email here, or if you are interested in having a custom pet portrait done feel free to contact me as well! A GRREAT Gift idea, or a gift for yourself to cherish for years to come! :)

*Christmas*Pup*Paintings*(Available on Ebay Now :)

"Berner's 1st Christmas," 6"x 6",

oil on stretched canvas,(available on ebay)

"Saint Bernard Puppy's 1st Christmas," 6"x 6",

oil on stretched canvas,(available on ebay)

 "Papillon's 1st Christmas," 6"x 6",

oil on stretched canvas,(available on ebay)

Here is a trio of delightful pups experiencing their very 1st Christmas snow! Each is painted on stretched canvas with the edges painted black, so they can be easily hung as is! No framing necessary! A perfect gift for the holidays, or a treat for yourself! :) (*These paintings will help us pay for our Jedha to be seen by a canine cancer specialist, he has an appointment set up for next week, please feel free to pass on this post to family, friends, & fellow dog lovers! Thank you!:)