Well, I finished the portrait of Stu, and hope that his people think that I’ve captured him. I had to go back and hang out with Stu for a second time, so that I could see him in “action” as the working dog he is. He keeps an eagle eye on those pesky horses, just to be sure none of them get out of line. Stu is quite a guy, and I enjoyed every moment of doing this portrait.
10 X 14″ on 300lb Fabriano
So amid chaos of various kinds in the family, I managed to get a drawing done for a commissioned dog portrait. 10 X 14″ on 300 lb Fabriano. Stay tuned.
Having done my “painterly ” paint a couple of days ago, I tried to bring that to my usual, more representational style. That always “tightens” the results, but I think I did manage to let the paint just do what it does without interfering too much. I’d like to try it again, this time allowing for more pure colour to remain.
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Not only is Matt a good horseman, who makes his living as a ranch cowboy, he’s a wonderful singer-songwriter. Check it out at his web-site www.mattrobertson.com. His newest album, “The Voice” is awesome.
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Well, we’re way overdue for a dog portrait, so meet Stu!
Like most border collies, nothing makes Stu happier than helping out with the livestock. Luckily, his “people” Brenda & Danny provide him with lots of fun & excitement.
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I couldn’t wait to attempt one of these extraordinary birds….I’ve only had a few minutes today, so this was a quick drawing in my sketch book, with overlays of watercolour. Who can resist the fascinating blanket of dots, dashes and squares of white on a shiny black background; those squiggly calligraphic lines through the collar and onto the chest, the magnificent head and bright red eye!? All this is enough, and then!! there’s the haunting call. This was a close encounter with nature, and an incredible gift.
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wn this original watercolour, email Gena with your bid today! gena03@telusplanet.net Minimum bid $100 (plus gst and shipping). First bid, or highest bid wins the painting.
Now that I’ve finally gained some confidence in my ability to paint people’s faces, I find it to be incredibly satisfying…..and I especially enjoy painting native faces. I saw this handsome guy doing a traditional dance at a pow-wow @ Fort Walsh several years ago and have been waiting for the day when I thought I could paint him. Today was the day.
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Those of you who know me know what a struggle I have doing people. And if adults are hard, I find children to be nearly impossible. As a matter of fact I think this is the first watercolour of a baby that I’ve ever attempted! I met Evelyn this week while in Calgary; her grandma, Jan, is my good friend, so I got to spend some time with her. She is so precious and so beautiful that I was motivated to try and paint her. Don’t you just love that sober and contemplative gaze?!
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