Sunday, March 27, 2011

Ash

Ash belongs to my good friend's Lynn and Spin. I painted their other dog Stubby a couple of weeks ago. Spin repayed me for that by running over my mailbox. Mr. Perfect did something wrong. So glad we have something on him now. He is still pretty perfect.
Ash is a great example of why people love labs. He is loving, loyal, handsome and playful. He would fetch toys out of the water all day long. Hip replacement has not slowed him down too much.
Isn't this a great pose? He was waiting on the deck for us to come outside and play.
This is painted on a 16 x 20" gallery wrap canvas.
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  1. Angela ElledgeMarch 27, 2011 at 12:32 PM

    Ash and your painting have melted my heart! Love the layers of colors I see peeking through his coat; outstanding, Carol!

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  2. Kathy CousartMarch 27, 2011 at 2:00 PM

    Ash might just be a favorite. I really think he looks so wise- his face is amazing! Wonderful job and they are lucky neighbors to have you:)

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  3. Mitzi EasleyMarch 27, 2011 at 2:27 PM

    Ash is definitely a favorite - yes, great pose. Love the negative space and how you treated it Carol. And you know I'm drawn to those saturated colors! Well done friend!

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  4. Virginia FloydMarch 27, 2011 at 2:39 PM

    What an adorable face! Who could not love this dog?

    I love the colors you used in his coat, Carol. Really well done.

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  5. Anne Marie PropstMarch 27, 2011 at 2:56 PM

    I love all your work but this is just amazing! Love it so much!

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  6. David Larson EvansMarch 27, 2011 at 4:02 PM

    I like the regal yet modern look here ,great job.

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  7. LindaHuntMarch 27, 2011 at 4:09 PM

    What a great dog!! Reminds me of my Sky, who passed away a year ago. This is a great painting and the color is so nice!

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  8. Ann RogersMarch 27, 2011 at 6:23 PM

    This portrait of Ash is a real winner, great pose mixed with just the right colors and brushstrokes. You'll just have to forget about the mailbox since they provided you with the perfect model for this painting!!

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  9. Elizabeth BlaylockMarch 27, 2011 at 6:27 PM

    This is a beautiful painting Carol! I love the colors. It was great meeting you at Fairhope and I hope the show was a success.

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  10. Autumn LeavesMarch 28, 2011 at 2:48 AM

    You've so beautifully captured the perfect Lab head in Ash's portrait. He is a gorgeous boy and how could you all not run right out to play with him with that adoring look on his face?

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  11. Carol Schiff Daily PaintingMarch 28, 2011 at 5:47 AM

    He is perfectly posed...are you sure you didn't help him? Just kidding, I have seen that same alert look on many doggie faces, waiting to see if you are thinking what they think you are thinking.

    Great painting!

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  12. Carol NelsonMarch 28, 2011 at 9:16 AM

    Wow - what a portrait! I reiterate all the previous comments. Looking at this painting, you feel like you KNOW this handsome fellow.

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  13. Ruth AndreMarch 28, 2011 at 10:06 AM

    Love Ash and love the painting. What a great pose and you captured his personality perfectly.

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  14. kathyMarch 28, 2011 at 10:15 AM

    Love the shades of blue! Great Job!!!!!!!

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  15. Mary Anne CaryMarch 28, 2011 at 2:26 PM

    You captured this really well, I know that look! We just put a black lab mix down, she was very sick. We have 2 others, but there is still a big space missing in our lives. I am inspired now to paint her, soon!

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  16. Stephanie BerryMarch 31, 2011 at 6:39 AM

    This is wonderful! Having been a sort of co-owner once of a black lab I am partial to them.

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