I've decided to branch out and try and help a couple of other shelters in Winnipeg that aren't as well funded. This is Sheenu, a lovely Newfoundland cross who is currently residing at D'Arcy A.R.C. (animal rescue center) and she is looking for a new home. Not much else on her except that she is about 2 years old and looks to have a great disposition. I painted this portrait while listening to Black Joe Lewis, a killer new band whose guitarist just happens to be Camille Larue Olsen's nephew. You can see his fabulous portrait on Camille's blog). Some great tracks on this...it must have spun through about 3 times on my itunes while I was painting, but it didn't matter, because it doesn't get old fast. Check it out if you like some good clean sounding blues/rock music. oil on masonite 5 3/4" x 7"
Nice painting Vern. Sheenu looks like a younger version of my dog "best dog in the world"!
ReplyDeleteAh, lucky you Dana, this looks like such a sweet dog. Thanks my friend.
ReplyDeleteOh, Vern, this is wonderful! I've been repainting my AFSA painting all week, and can't get the bold, expressive, heartfelt look that you do so beautifully in your paintings. So good of you to branch out to other shelters, too. Am always looking for new blue/rock, so thanks for sharing the music tip! Best, Liz
ReplyDeleteWonderful painting. She is looking right at you. I love it! Who could say "no" to her?
ReplyDeleteI love these paintings from the owners perspective, you've captured that longing and playful look and those perky little inquisitive ears...just beautiful.
ReplyDeleteLiz, Akiko and Angela, thanks for your great comments. These little paintings have become so much fun to do.
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ReplyDeleteThanks for visiting my blog and input on finishing the portrait. I made some changes and now am done!I also like what you are doing with the pet portrait project and have my class/kids scheduled to paint a watercolor for AFSA. I like the small panels that you are doing and may change to acrylics. The shelter and kids are so excited.
An absolutely wonderful portrait, Vern. And you're an absolutely wonderful person for branching out to help other shelters.
ReplyDeleteSo is the soundtrack you painted to the reason this painting is so rockin'? Because it is, it ROCKS, baby! How cool, that makes me so happy you liked the CD so much. I'm going to send Zach here to say hi to you! :D
ReplyDeleteExcellent piece Vern!! Love the perspective.
ReplyDeleteIt's alays a win-win situation helping the rescues, and It feels great knowing you are making a change.
Maria thanks, and I love your finished portrait.
ReplyDeleteThanks Edward, the animal portraits are just fun to do.
Camille, love the CD, and would love even more to see those guys live.
Thanks Sheila.
Hi Vern, this is Zach (Camille's nephew). Thanks for the kind words, glad you enjoy the album!
ReplyDeleteAlbum rocks Zach! Thank YOU.
ReplyDeleteVern, you did it again, you are such a talent!
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