I just finished this commissioned portrait of a yellow lab named Henry. Water can be difficult to paint, and I've never painted a wet dog before, so this was a bit of a challenge. Overall, though, I'm happy with the result.
16" x 20"
Soft Pastel on Suede Matboard
SOLD
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Kari, this is superb. The colors, so complementary, create the perfect tension to make this quite outstanding. Love the colors in the Lab. He looks soft and velvety just like IRL. And you've captured the beauty of his shape and personality in your drawing and composition. Love it, love it, love it.
ReplyDeleteKeri... wonderful job on this painting of Henry! You have successfully captured his wet hair and I love how he is really pushing through that water!! Fantastic!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Ruth! What a nice comment - I really appreciate it!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Roby - I'm glad you like it!
It looks wonderful! Water and wet dog...
ReplyDeleteYour buyer must have been very pleased.
This is stunning. You did a great job capturing the feel of the water and wet dog. I'm sure his humans are thrilled.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Susan and Nancy! The client was very happy, which is always good. :)
ReplyDeleteKari, this is amazing. Thought for a moment that it was IRL. You captured the softness of his coat, his features, actually everything beautifully.
ReplyDeleteReally terrific work! The ripples in the water and the beautiful treatment of the dogs wet fur are exceptional.
ReplyDeleteKari,
ReplyDeletebeautiful picture...
life like...
fantastic...
congratulations....
Henry is at home in the water, his element, and you are at home with the pastels, definitely your element. Wet, dry, doesn't matter Kari, it's all in your wheelhouse. Fabulous painting.
ReplyDeleteThank you all so much for stopping by. I appreciate all the kind comments and I'm happy you like the painting!
ReplyDeleteThis is lovely. I love the wet pink tongue and gums and beautiful expression on his face. Technically the painting is great but the soul of this good boy really shines through as well.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Terri! I'm glad you think so. He does look like a sweetheart, doesn't he?
ReplyDeleteWow Kari! This is one of my favorites of yours. The color in the dog's fur is wonderful and the shadow under the ear is so softly done too.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Mona!
ReplyDeletebeautiful painting, Kari. You have captured him just perfectly.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Gary! :)
ReplyDeleteThis is truly amazing Kari, you have really captured his look of anticipation!
ReplyDeleteThis is a truly outstanding canine portrait! I love it!
ReplyDelete(...and I'm honored to see my name on your blog roll... I had no idea! You'll be on mine, too.)
Thanks, Dana - I'm glad you like it!
ReplyDeleteThanks, R! I appreciate that. :)
Beautiful, Kari! You really nailed that happy expression they get when they're swimming! Great work.
ReplyDeletegostei!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Jaime! :)
ReplyDeleteKari,
ReplyDeleteYou never cease to amaze me.
I thought you did a great job with my Cassidy,which you did,but this is another outstanding piece.
You are the best.
Bill Sterling
That's really sweet of you, Bill - thank you!!
ReplyDeleteKari, you do magic with pastels!Amazing...
ReplyDeleteThank you, Arti!
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