Yorkie
by Laura Grisham
Title
Yorkie
Artist
Laura Grisham
Medium
Painting - Oil Pastel On Canvas
Description
When I was asked to paint a "Yorkie" via e-mail, I wasn't thrilled with the first photo the owner sent. I couldn't see the coloring or the dog's expression very well. So, I asked her to send more...and thank goodness she did. The photo used to paint GROVER was actually of him in the backseat of her car sitting by a drink cup from 'Sonic'! The way his head was cocked to one side and his tongue just barely sticking out was exactly what I was looking for!
Working on GROVER came easily...when I have a great photo to work from everything falls into place. I feel as though I know this little fellow very, very well. I will hate to see him go. But, his owner will soon adorn her walls with a colorful image of her beloved Grover, and I will just have to get on with my life without him.
Bye, Grover...it was truly a blessing to get to know you...
*copyright 2012 Laura Grisham
*ORIGINAL SOLD 20x20x1.5 gallery-wrapped canvas
*commissioned dog portraits available by contacting the artist via e-mail
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April 9th, 2012
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Comments (9)
Stella Sherman
What a wonderful doggie portrait, as you captured his expression beautifully.
Laura Grisham replied:
Thanks for your kind words! Portraying the dog's personality is ALWAYS my goal. I'm glad you can see "Grover's" in my work. Blessings, Laura
Callum Mcleod
This is brilliant, such an adorable angle and cute aspect of the tongue! Skillfully painted which really shows your talent, really great job! Love it :)
Laura Grisham replied:
Thanks so much for your wonderful comments! I paint what I see, really, and in the photo "Grover" had his little, pink tongue sticking out...his owner said he ALWAYS looks that way!
Jennifer Elliott-Mauldin
Laura, Matt and I are so proud of the painting you did of our Grover! He hangs in our entrance foryer and the painting always sparks a conversation. I definetly made a friend in you and hope to have you do more pieces for us in the future!
Laura Grisham replied:
Jennifer: I feel like we've been friends forever! Grover will always be special to me...thank you for allowing me to capture his essence on canvas.
Bob and Nancy Kendrick
Gorgeous portrait of Grover! V/F
Laura Grisham replied:
Funny, I miss this little guy and I've never even met him! The owner was delighted with the portrait and she and I hope to become good friends...makes it all worthwhile!
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