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Wrigley
Dec 28, 2013
Wrigley. 18"x18", oil on linen. 2013. A commissioned portrait of Wrigley. I took the reference photos on a sunny day in her back yard. She is a very photogenic lady and we had plenty of shots that would have been suitable for a painting. In the end we chose the one that showed off ...
Three New Portraits
Oct 13, 2013
Gadget (Blue), Bailey (Lavender) and Nikki (Ochre), 11x14 oil on linen. 2013. I painted these three papillons with different color backgrounds because they will be hung next to each other on the same wall. I wanted to make the arrangement of the portraits an artistic display in its own right. ...
Portrait of Zeke
Jun 23, 2013
Zeke. Oil on linen 14" x 24". 2013 I knew as soon as I had finished taking some photographs of him how I would approach the painting of Zeke (at least as far the background was concerned) and finding the right canvas size was straighforward once I did a couple of small sketches. Putting ...
Tips for Taking Better Photographs of Your Dog
Jun 18, 2013
The biggest limitations to using a customer's own photos as a reference for a painting are usually quantity and quality. Here are some suggestions for taking better photos of your favorite family members....
A Portrait in Pencil
Jun 9, 2013
This is my latest portrait, a rescued German Shepherd called Nick. I do pencil sketches all the time as studies or as preparatory drawings for my portraits and landscapes, but it's been a while since my last formal portrait in pencil. I used a full sheet of Arches hot press watercolor paper - ...
Portrait of Mischa
May 12, 2013
Mischa, oil on linen 20"x20" This is my latest portrait. I did eleven thumbnail sketches to try different gradations in the background as well as a full-size value study. The preliminary work showed me the importance of the highlight on her nose and the shadow cast by her ear so I decide...