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"Misty"
8x10 inches / oil on panel / Private Commission
SOLD
Here's Misty, one of Anne's gorgeous girls! Misty's coloring is so exquisite with her hint of brindle markings. The original photo did not show legs, feet or tail so I had to improvise. Like Falen (posted previously) I chose to place Misty on an oriental rug with plush velvet pillows tossed for interest. Misty's coloring inspired a warm, earthy palette whereas you'll see in Falen's portrait that I selected a rich, reddish gemstone coloration which repeated her shimmering pinkish coat. These two portraits will be framed and displayed as a set.
Here is the final painting. Details that were refined included adding highlights and mauve tones to the thin wash of water on the shore (with long, low shadows one knows it is coming upon sunset when subjects begin to acquire a warmer tinge), warmth and softening to the ocean in the distance, slight reflections beneath the crab, and general softening of the golden shadows within Brittany's fur. 
The fourth and final sitting brought the details into focus. I may still refine and soften it overall and add a hint of lavender in the midrange, but for all intents and purposes, it's about done!
Third Sitting - Began the detail stage, my favorite part of the pet portraits. The crab is done, the ocean and shore colors are becoming more accurate, and the shading begins on Brittany in anticipation of adding her fur, both fluffy at the top and wet at the bottom. Please note that I've added an image of the actual photo reference below in addition to the scanned images from River City Westies. 
Second Sitting/Stage II - Worked on the foam of the water and deepened areas on Brittany 
Second Sitting/Stage I - color depth is evolving and I'm ready to switch to the smaller brush. I wish to comment at this juncture that Barbara's photograph really is spectacular with such clarity and color gradations captured in the water as it thinly recedes over the sand. Thus far it's mostly been a seascape for me as I really need to complete the background before I can move ahead with Brittany. 
First Sitting/Stage IV - Was able to do just one more light glaze before first drying stage. 
First Sitting/Stage III - Adding depth - now it needs to dry for a few days in preparation for the next sitting
First Sitting/Stage II - First color glaze to establish mood, balance, flow, focus 
First Sitting/Stage I - Marking placement of design elements / subjects in oil
edited for composition -- will also exclude harness & leash shadow for painting
scanned image from River City Westiesoriginal winning photo (excuse glare)
Here is an actual photo of the winning photograph which I currently have in my possession. You can see here how the photo is much richer than the scanned image received via email from River City Westies (above).
"Crab Standoff" 8x10 inches / oil on canvas / SOLD
River City Westies recently held their annual Photography Contest fund raising event. I volunteered to contribute one of the three prizes by painting the winning photograph in the Active Westies category, entitled "Crab Standoff" by Barbara Bright. As Barbara says, her ferocious little Westie was caught in a charmingly appealing moment of courage. I will be posting various stages of this painting here for Barbara and you to enjoy viewing as it progresses.
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"Tammy"
8x10 inches / oil on panel / Private Commission
SOLDAnne and Tammy had a truly special bond. Here Tammy is shown in one of her most endearing moments, gazing lovingly upon Anne as she did so often. I added the pillows for a cozy setting.
20% of proceeds donated to
DARE Daschund Adoption Rescue and Education
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"Lucy"8x10 inches / oil on panel / Private Commission
SOLDHere's Lucy, one of Anne's gorgeous girls! This painting was a tad bit challenging insofar as the image I had for reference was rather digitized therefore details were not quite evident. However, with such a magnificent model as Lucy, how could one do anything other than create a beauty?
10% of proceeds donated to
Greyhound Rescue Foundation of Tennessee
WORK IN PROGRESS to be donated for CHARITY AUCTION10 x 8 inches / oil on panel
This painting will hopefully be completed in time for the upcoming fund raiser auction for the Florida Boxer Rescue Charity. Been so swamped and still backlogged with commissions that I hardly have time for this one and then just heard that they need the painting this week -- and I just began it today! Need a small miracle to get it done, dried, varnished and shipped by their absolute final deadline! If you wish to participate in the Florida Boxer Rescue Auction,
"The Art of Rescue".
Lucy: Work in ProgressAlthough I typically never offer views of my commissioned work prior to the official unveiling, this one is for Anne as she loves to have sneak peeks of her "girls" while they're on my easel. In a few more days this layer will dry, at which time I'll likely be able to complete the painting in one final sitting, meaning one full day up to 12 hrs. So, in the meantime, I'll be shuffling back and forth between other commissioned work, both still lifes and portraits.
Next week I'll primarily be focussing on my first "true" hyper-realist still life of oranges with dramatic lighting. There won't be any sneak peeks of that, as I really want the drama of presenting my client with the finished work. That will be over on my
still life blog, so keep checking!
Multitasking: Some paintings currently in progress on my easel . . . .
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"Falen"8x10 inches / oil on panel / Private Commission
One of Anne's precious girls, Falen has a most incredible coat which shimmers with a tinge of pink.
SOLD10% of proceeds donated to
Whippet Rescue and Placement, Inc.
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"Monet"10 x 8 inches / oil on panel / Private Commission
SOLD
Here's Holly's exquisite china doll, as she lovingly refers to her. Still just a youngster, she's all girl. There's not a photograph that I've seen which wasn't magnificent, so I hope you'll be seeing more portraits of this stunning girl in the future!
You can see the status of my self portrait here as one of my little black beauties cuddles up next to "me" in my studio! These "Little Gems" paintings are again stacked and put on hold while I pursue completion of a number of larger commissioned paintings.
10 x 8 inches / oil on panel
This private commission is still underway but my clients were so excited to get a preview, I took a few close up photos as well as this one distant view of my easel, which I thought I'd share with you. As you can see, I mix all my colors from the three primaries plus white. I have two sizes of brushes, one small flat and one smaller round, although you will see several here since they wear out extremely quickly with all the work I create. Hope you enjoyed the brief peek. The finished painting will be posted in about a week or so when this layer has dried and I can apply the finishing details.
CLICK IMAGE to enlarge beyond actual size of painting"Sam"8x8 inches / oil on panel / private commission
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Fawn in Hiding
4x4 inches / oil on archival quality panel
So often when hikers come upon a fawn hovering in the underbrush they think it’s been abandoned so initiate a “rescue” by delivering it to a wildlife animal shelter. Unfortunately, such good intentioned folks don’t realize that this seemingly defenseless fawn has only been left temporarily so as not to draw attention while mother grazes elsewhere. Beyond the familiar white spotted camouflage, a fawn will remain completely motionless which is very successful as they have no scent at all. So if you come upon a fawn in hiding, trust that Nature...and it’s mother...know best.
Thank you to all my patrons, clients and followers of my work; you have enriched my life through your friendships and acquaintanceships. Wishing you a very Merry Christmas and beautiful Holiday Season! Fondly, Jeanne
5x3.5 inches / oil on canvas panel
SOLD50% of sale donated to
Almost Heaven Golden Retriever Rescue
"Casey"5x5 inches / oil on panel / Private Commission
SOLD
Hide and Seek
5x5 inches / oil on panel
SOLD10% of sale donated to
Humane Society of the United States
4x5 inches / oil on canvas panel / free giftwrap
SOLD50% of sale donated to
Old Dog Haven
5 x 3.5 inches / oil on canvas panel
SOLD50% of sale donated to
Old Dog Haven
6x6 inches / oil on panel
4x4 inches / oil on panel
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jeanneillenye@sbcglobal.netA portion of this sale will be donated to the Humane Society of the United States specifically to fund efforts opposed to the brutal slaughter of baby seals every Spring. Please join me in helping them! Thank you!
6x6 inches / oil on panel
SOLD10% of sale donated to the
Humane Society of the United States
6x6 inches / oil on panel
SOLD
5x5 inches / oil on panel
SOLDThis is a tribute to a fellow artist's beloved Jack. Karin Jarick has set up a blog,
"Different Strokes for Different Folks" in memorium for him, which profiles a new photograph every week for artists to use as inspiration. The concept is absolutely fabulous, as it permits a view inside the mind of an artist, revealing how each work of art is as vastly unique as the artists themselves.
10% of sale donated to the
Humane Society of the United States
5x5 inches / oil on panel
SOLDHiding behind this lace curtain is my newest little black beauty we rescued. Statistics show that black dogs and cats are far too often overlooked in shelters so our local Humane Society has created an annual “Adopt a Black Pet Day”. Maybe you’ll find a precious black beauty of your own at your local shelter!
10% of sale donated to the
Humane Society of the United States
5x5 inches / oil on panel
To purchase email me at jeanneillenye@sbcglobal.netDrama and daring is what I behold when gazing into the eyes of these magnificent white wolves.
