24" x 24" Oil on Gallery Wrapped Canvas
Last fall A client requested a post humus portrait of a precious pug incorporated within an Ohio State theme as a Christmas gift for her husband and his man cave. Wow - Didn't this sound like a fun challenge?! It was! I visited the man cave - not your ordinary "man sanctuary" - this one is free standing and reached via a boardwalk extending from the house. Accent colors are red, black and grey and it's obvious this fellow is a Buckeye fan! His little buddy had a been a constant companion for eleven years and the man cave was just not the same without Ike's presence. Hopefully this portrait will be a loving reminder of the bond they shared.
I am thrilled they are happy with the portrait and appreciate the photos!
What a wonderful painting, I am sure he was very pleased with his painting of his dear departed buddy. What a challenge you had, I love the paw seemingly to reach out of the picture, so cool. Well done!
ReplyDeleteThank you Diana! He was surprised and pleased and that pleases me! :-)Glad you think the paw reaching out works. I really appreciate your comments!
DeleteRosemary, The painting of Ike is amazing. You did not just paint a pug. You captured "Ike" one look and you know it is him. It is his precious face no doubt. He was such a special part of our family and he was so special to Darryl. Darryl always said that you can love other dogs but you only have one dog in your lifetime that is "the dog" and Ike was his. He loves that painting and says that it is the perfect memorial to him. Thank you so much! You are an amazing artist. You can't imagine how special this painting is to us. Darryl will treasure this painting forever. I know I have already said Thank You! a million times but Thank You! The painting is perfect!!!!!
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Autumn! What a lovely surprise that you came here to comment on the painting! You and Darryl are ideal pet parents and Ike was a fortunate little fellow to have had you. I wish all commissions were as enjoyable as this one and that all clients were as pleasant to work with. I am thrilled both of you will treasure this memorial and thank you for giving me the opportunity to paint Ike. Your sweet compliments are soooo appreciated!
DeleteRosemary!!! This is so touching!!! A Beautiful portrait that he will cherish forever!! You did an amazing job with him!!! I LOVE IT.
ReplyDeleteThank you Hilda! As a portrait artist, you know sometimes we get the "likeness" but not the "spirit" - so glad it all came together with Ike! I REALLY appreciate your comments!
DeleteThis is precious Rosemary , I know they will treasure. Ohio State fans? Up my way, eh.
ReplyDeleteThanks Barb! Yep - Buckeyes to the max! Glad you stopped by!
DeleteOh my gosh, Rosemary! This is absolutely fabulous! From man's best friend, to his pose, to the colors, to the story behind...I am just in awe and I know this had to bring a tear to this man's eyes. It is beautiful!
ReplyDeleteWow Sherry! You always make my day saying the nicest things! I would like to tell you he was warned when he opened the package, he might "tear up" - he protested - he's a macho fellow - but...I'm not supposed to know ...however...
ReplyDeleteRosemary how gorgeous is this!
ReplyDeleteThank you Jane!
DeleteRosemary, this is one of the best renditions of a dog painting, that I have ever seen. I love his paw going beyond the border of the painting.... This is more than a dog portrait...it's a novel telling more than 1 story.
ReplyDeleteOh Pat - you have just made my day! So glad Little Ike is still reaching out and speaking to his family! Love your words "it's a novel"...!! Thanks so much!!
DeleteHow special. Now I didn't know little Ike, but it appears that he had a lot of personality. Very nice that the owners of this handsome portrait shared photos. Great job.
ReplyDeleteThanks Mary - Portraits like this one validate why I paint. Thanks for stopping by!
ReplyDeleteThis is such a creative rendition of Ike. I love the way you incorporated the colors to fit the "man cave" and his paw outside the painted frame makes me feel he's reaching for us. Beautiful.
ReplyDeleteTrudy, thank you - as a pet portrait artist yourself, I especially appreciate these generous comments from you!
DeleteWonderful!! i am pugged so this is especially lovely. great work!
ReplyDeleteSuzanne - you are THE MASTER pug portrait artist - so - these words from you mean so very much! :-)
DeleteWhat a great portrait of this little guy. I love the pose. I'm sure it will bring many happy memories to Ike's human while hanging in the mancave.
ReplyDeleteThank you Nancy! He will be there watching from the wall as a reminder of good times and I'm pleased you mentioned the pose!
DeleteRosemary, first of all thanks a lot for your visit to my blog.
ReplyDeleteI'm impressed by the beauty of your paintings, so full of life. Ike is simply wonderful, really a great work! Ciao!
Tito, I enjoy visiting your blog and seeing those fabulous watercolors! Thank you so much for the comments on Ike's portrait! They are appreciated!
ReplyDeleteWell done! I love how you combined all the elements to make such a memorable portrait.
ReplyDeleteThank you Michelle. These story-telling paintings are my favorites. I so admire the illustrators!
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