Kramer 16 x 16 Acrylic on Canvas

Here is another Christmas commission.  Kramer is a handsome labradoodle with the best bushy eyebrows,

Gilbert 12 x 12 Acrylic on Canvas

I was recently commissioned to paint a dog with an exceptional story. In 2004, Gilbert was shot, run over, and left on a secluded road. He was rescued, and after 8 months in rehabilitation, was adopted. Gilbert recently passed away, after living a happy new life. Leanne had never met the owner, or Gilbert, but wanted to help. Here is more about Gilbert's story, and the link to Leanne's post on the Squamish Random Acts of Kindness page. This is not the first instance I've heard of Leanne helping others in need. Thank you Leanne Hodge for your loving heart and generous acts of kindness - we need more people like you in our world xo

 Squamish Random Acts of Kindness Facebook Page

Gilbert's Story 
 

Layla 16 x 20

I had the pleasure of attending my cousin's wedding this past weekend. My daughter was the "Flower Girl" with the added responsibility of escorting the bride and groom's dog down the aisle. It was a beautiful wedding and we had a fabulous time. Here is the painting of their cute little Layla that I did for their wedding gift.

"C" 16x16 Acrylic on Canvas

I just finished this guy up today. He took a little longer than I hoped but I confess that I'm finding it a bit difficult to "get into the groove" during the moving process.  In the end I think he looks pretty great and more importantly his owners think so too :)

Rupert 12 x 12

Rupert is my first commemorative piece. Sending love and prayers on this difficult day to Mandy West (and family) for the loss of their one eyed fur baby, xo

What we have once enjoyed we can never lose; All that we love deeply, becomes a part of us. -Helen Keller

Black and Blue, 12 x 12 acrylic on raised canvas

One of my goals for 2014 was to try and paint dogs. Dogs were the primary subject matter of my childhood (next to smurfs) and probably still are when I'm playing around with my kids. For some reason I held off for a long time to try and paint one on canvas. I've been wresting this one for a while now - this is one of those that I can constantly touch up and I'm going to call it quits before I cross that thin line and overwork it. Plus, I'm happy with how she looks