Abby & Ivy, Sheltie Sisters...Painting in Oil

"Abby & Ivy," 18"x 24" (nfs, private commission)

I'll need to get a better photo of this piece as soon as the sun makes an appearance today, but I think I am finished. I ended up removing what was a bannister from a porch on the right of the painting because it just didn't seem to add anything to the composition and may have, in fact, been a bit distracting. I wanted the focus to be on Abby & Ivy, so I also lightened up the background a bit. Overall I am really pleased with how this piece turned out! Both these girls are such beautiful dogs, it's been a pleasure having them spend some time with me in my studio :)
(*Update: I replaced the photo, but I still feel the piece looks much more vibrant in person :)

Sheltie Sisters Update...Almost Completed! :)

"Abby & Ivy," 18"x 24"(nfs, private commission)

(in progress)

I am finally seeing light at the end of the tunnel! I have the background to finish on this piece and then it will be completely finished! SO thrilled with how this one has come together! Stay tuned for the grand finale!:)

Abby & Ivy, Sheltie Sisters...(in Progress)

"Abby & Ivy," 18"x 24" (nfs, private commission)

(in progress)

Still working on this piece, as well as a large Westie portrait, but I thought I'd give you a peek where I am up to. Hoping to finish both in the next week or so. I don't like to rush portraits because I know they will be something the owner will cherish for years to come and I want every customer of mine to be pleased with the end result! Stay tuned! :)

Currently on My Easel: Kadie, the Westie and Abby & Ivy, Sheltie Sisters

"Kadie," 16"x 20", oil on stretched canvas,
(nfs,private commission)
(in progress)


"Abby & Ivy," 18"x 24", oil on stretched canvas,
$550 (nfs, private commission)
(in progress)

I thought I'd show you what I am currently working on...the funny thing is, these are two of the biggest portraits I've ever done and I'm working on them simultaneously! It is a bit challenging, given the size of these portraits, but I am really enjoying working so large! Stay tuned for further updates this week and of course the grand finale!

Painting #5, "Molly", Sheltie Painting in Oil

Painting 5,"Molly," 5"x 7"x 3/4",oil on stretched canvas (sides painted black)
photo reference: Jennifer Barron (Flickr id:jenevabarron)
10% of the proceeds will go directly to Waggin Tails Dog Rescue

This is my 5th painting for my Painting a Pup a Day project, a gorgeous Sheltie named Molly. This is what her Mom had to share about her sweet Molly:

"She’s a year and a half now. She LOVES her loofa dog. She carries it with her everywhere! She also loves her stuffed mouse. She LOVES running, and she loves when her dad snowblows paths in the yard through the snow for her. She is very fond of car rides. But…most of all…she LOVES people, and makes friends everywhere she goes!"

I have to say this week seemed to really get away from me and it seems my project is fast becoming a Painting a Pup a Week project, but I am determined to get more paintings completed this coming week! If you are interested in having your pet's portrait done for my Painting a Pup a Day project feel free to email me at Loveall4Him@aol.com and I will add your name to my waiting list! Thank you to everyone for your continued support & encouragement!