Missing my sweet girl, Izzy...the dog that launched a thousand paintings, and even a few sculptures. I said goodbye to her a year ago today.
izzy
So Lucky...
Design & Illustration, The Dogs Behind the Art1 CommentI vowed not to design any pet sympathy cards until Izzy left me...4 months after her death I started sketching designs, it was a heavy hearted exercise. I had to put them away for awhile but last week, one of my clients sadly and very unexpectedly, lost their dog so I decided I should finish one...this is it. My grief does not arise without an equal amount of gratitude for having had her in my life.
Wells Street Wrap Up Part II
Events, Shows & Ar..., Sketchbook, The Dogs Behind the Art2 CommentsIf you've ever chatted with me at a show, chances are I told you all about my dogs and their influence on my art. So I was a little nervous about retaining my composure, since this was myfirst art fair since losing Izzy, and I tend to wear my heart on my sleeve. As luck would have it, the Greyhounds Only rescue group were set up across from my booth at the Wells Street Show. They created a beautiful diversion, and also inspired me all weekend long. I did several drawings of them and in the midst of sharing with people about Izzy, did my first 'patron saint of' / post-pumpkin sketches.
Kongs for Christmas!
My Candy Colored World, The Dogs Behind the Art2 CommentsI recently sold 2 paintings to a wonderful new customer who happens to work for the Kong Company. As many of you know I've included Kongs in my dog paintings for many years now so I was thrilled to connect with Laura. Ironically, the day the UPS man came to pick up the painting I was shipping to her, he handed me a big box first. It was Canine Christmas here...a box filled with all kinds of Kong products and treats, some we had not seen before like the Wubba, which unfortunately is now over the fence in the neighbor's yard (probably until spring)! The best part was seeing Izzy so excited and engaged with her new Senior Kong and Treats for inside...Thank you Laura!!! xo Izzy & Alice
these girls love UPS delivery surprises...this is the best they ever received
notice Izzy licking the box of treats in the bottom right photo
Goodies...Holiday Cards
Events, Shows & Ar...CommentCANINE HOLIDAY CARDSHOP:
I will have mixed card sets available in my Booth #3803. Any cards purchased on line are only available in single image packs.
Limited formats & sizes, contact me if you would like more choices!