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Thursday, October 29, 2009

Sami's portrait is finished!


"Sami" 8 x 10" acrylic on Ampersand Gessoboard
© 2009 Kathleen Coy

Sami's portrait is finished, and I'm thrilled with how it turned out. I can almost feel her in the room with me. This portrait has a special place in my heart, as I painted Sami's owner's other dog Lyle two years ago. Sadly, Sami and Lyle are no longer with us, but there is a young Rat Terrier named Sprocket filling their shoes. Sami was a Rat Terrier/Australian Cattle Dog cross, and you can see both traits clearly. Here is a video of the progress:



Thank you for all the comments left as this painting progressed. It's such an honor to paint someone's beloved dog, to create with my own hands a tribute to the special bond and unending love we share with our canine friends.

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17 comments:

  1. Julia GuthrieOctober 30, 2009 at 10:23 AM

    Kat that is a beautiful painting, I can hear her panting!!!! :)

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  2. Mona Diane ConnerOctober 30, 2009 at 10:24 AM

    beautifully done. You have such an ability to connect with the spirit of the dog, and it's a very joyful portrait.

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  3. Lori POctober 30, 2009 at 10:53 AM

    It is absolutely beautiful. I aspire to be half as good as you are. Bravo.

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  4. Tiffany and the MunchkinsOctober 30, 2009 at 11:24 AM

    Wow! I'm speechless. It's gorgeous.

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  5. the7msnOctober 30, 2009 at 11:38 AM

    Your client has got to be ecstatic over this. Magnificent!

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  6. The WildwoodOctober 30, 2009 at 4:26 PM

    What a cherished memory of such a cute dog. It is beautiful!

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  7. CarolineOctober 30, 2009 at 9:44 PM

    The portrait is really wonderful - congrats! I always love to see the little videos you compile of the work springing to life!

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  8. Colette TheriaultOctober 31, 2009 at 8:16 AM

    Wow!!! what else is there to say! Simply stunning Kathleen!!!!

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  9. gtyyupOctober 31, 2009 at 9:26 AM

    Jacque is going to be thrilled!!! There's no doubt that it's Sami...you've done a awesome job on this painting! Sniff~~

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  10. UnknownNovember 1, 2009 at 5:19 AM

    Very well done Kathleen! Such a lovely portrait full of character)

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  11. Kritter Keeper at Farm TailsNovember 1, 2009 at 3:32 PM

    you are truly blessed as i have said before! simply gorgeous!

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  12. Dean GreyNovember 1, 2009 at 9:32 PM

    Kathleen!

    What a lovely tribute to a lovely dog!

    This turned out great!

    Such a determined, happy expression you captured.

    I love how her body seems to disappear into the background. Maybe some symbolism there since she already passed?

    Beautiful job!!

    -Dean

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  13. First Draught FarmNovember 2, 2009 at 12:18 PM

    You even captured all the golden highlights perfectly. You are truly amazing!~

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  14. Jennie NorrisNovember 2, 2009 at 9:13 PM

    I love the new portrait! So much life and personality. You're backgrounds are beautiful. When I was painting I always had an issue with my backgrounds, so I always notice them. Your's add interest with out overpowering, and they give your paintings a nice depth. Very well done as always, beautiful!

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  15. Kathleen CoyNovember 3, 2009 at 2:06 PM

    Thank you all so much for your wonderful comments, and for appreciating my art.

    Hugs,
    Kathleen

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  16. BijouNovember 3, 2009 at 6:14 PM

    Hi Kat,

    You did a beautiful job on Sami's painting, just as we knew you would. Sami's hoomans will be very pleased.

    Waggles,
    Bijou

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  17. artbyakikoNovember 8, 2009 at 8:32 PM

    Absolutely beautiful!! I LOVE IT!!

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