"Twix" 10 x 10" acrylic on canvas© 2009 Kathleen Coy
Here is the finished portrait of Twix the little red Dachshund. The portrait is a surprise Christmas present for her daddy. I can't wait to hear about his reaction!
Here are a few photos of the progress -
The reference photo:
Sketch on the canvas:
Laying down the background colors:
Love that little red ear!
More work on her face:
And once again, the final portrait:
What a little sweetie! I'm really happy with how this turned out. The collar was especially fun to paint! I hope her daddy likes it!
29 comments:
Very nice!
As Khyra just pawed on Cloud's blog, oh to be there when Twix's dad sees it!
Hi Kathleen, wonderful job, of course, he'll be enchanted.
Your work is breathtaking, Kathleen!
Kisses,
Stella (and Jo)
Kathleen you have such a talent for painting! You have a way of making the painting look better than the photo! Beautiful!
Somehow your portraits capture not just the physical likeness, but the personality. Don't know how you do that, but I know for sure someone is going to receive an unforgettable present this year. Warm wishes -
Hi Kat,
We love Twix's painting! There's no doubt it will be a wonderful and very special surprise pressie for her daddy.
Waggles,
Bijou
On Kathleen! What a wonderful portrait! I love the colors and how you have captured the enduring personality.
Kathleen!
This is good. Really, really good!
Even showing us the work-in-progress, I still don't know how you did it!
Twix' fur looks so rich....almost like chocolate!
I really like the background too. I'd like to have my walls painted like that!
-Dean
Mom and I agree with everyone else, this is magnificent! You are truly a talented and amazing artist. I'm excited to see it in person as I'm sure it looks even better, which is hard to imagine. I can't wait until Daddy gets it and we can share his reaction with you guys. Thank you so very much for painting me!
Snuggles,
Twix
It's just beautiful! His reaction is bound to be fantastic!!
Cheryl
Very nice painting Kathleen! I love the expression and warm colors. They will love it for sure!
Thank you again for sharing these with us. Wonderful painting, as always!
love the background coloring! and of course love twix's position and that sweet face!
Wow Kathleen! Great pose, great painting. Your background is just incredible, it works so well)
That is fabulous! I would hang that in my house. I don't even have a dachshund! I wish we lived closer. I would love to see you in action. I have the hardest time with the backgrounds. I love your style. Just love it! I am gooing to sen one of my friends over here. She had these little wieners!
All I can say is ... WOW!
Hallie
I came here from another blog, pointing out your painting of Twix. Of course I had to look through your other postings.
Your paintings are awesome. The painting you did of your dog Cloud made me get teary eyed. You have captured that love and devotion from Cloud so perfectly...I felt it!
Truely Awesome painting, with real Heart. Lindax
Thank you all so much for the lovely comments!
Kathleen
Just stunning...those eyes! Your work never ceases to amaze me...
~ Carolee
oh thattotally captures twix. WONDERFUL job!!!
This is so beautiful, Kathleen! Expression in her eyes are just amazing. I love it.
This is gorgeous Kathleen, love the colours,everything about it!
Kathleen,
Thanks for leaving a comment on my blog today! I absolutely love the work you do!!
All my best this holiday season!!
manon
I just found you through Manon Doyle. WOW, your paintings are incredible!!
Twix!!! What a cute name...and what a cute dog too! Your painting is wonderful. The eyes draw you right into the painting. Another well done piece!
gorgeous work and splendid tehnique
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Great artwork. Seeing the progression and end result was nice.
Love twix the dashund!
Just started my first bog!! Yours is great love it
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