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! :)