Friday, May 7, 2010

Ruby

Ruby is the cutest, softest Basset hound who belongs to the people who run the gas station down the road from me. She visits on Thursdays and is immensely popular with anyone and everyone. I photographed her last summer, but finally got the urge to slap some paint on a board, and try and create her likeness.

oil on masonite 

6" x 4 1/2"  

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21 comments:

  1. Ruby is irresistable! A very dear portrayal Vern. It reminds me of our first family dog.

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  2. Wonderful painting and she so cute!

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  3. Awww, what a sweetie. Great job, Vern.

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  4. She is so endearing with that look. Nice shadow too, you are very talented Vern.

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  5. I love her! The eye expression and the subtle portrayal of her adorable characeristics -- especially love the fat paws -- super duper.

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  6. Perfectly captured personality of this fellow. My daughter has a Basset-mix and that is the same look you get with her Maggie.
    The owls are super too Vern.

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  7. She looks endearing, great job, Vern!

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  8. OH, I realy like this one! Of couse I'm a fan anyways...

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  9. I love bassetts! Ruby looks like a sweetie pie. Great painting, Vern.

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  10. Oh those eyes! Who could resist such a sweet puppy!!!

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  11. Aaaah... you really do have a gift in capturing the personality of our furry friends.

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  12. Awwww, she is so precious. Her expression, pose and your interpretation are a perfect mix!

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  13. Heart warming gaze, Vern! Superb!

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  14. Love this little Sad Sack. What a great face!

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  15. What a perfect expression! Another excellent painting.

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  16. Ruby looks like a character with those eyes, I bet she likes being the center of attention!

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  17. Your Ruby is priceless! Great work.

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  18. I ran across your blog while looking at pictures of Basset Hounds. I really enjoy your work. I have a Basset Hound that looks like Ruby.

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