People portraits

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Occasionally, I have been asked by my previous clients if I draw people. This isn't something I advertise but when asked, providing the photographs are very good quality I will accept such commissions. This one below was a 16" x 12" and done in graphite pencil. At this time graphite is the only medium I offer for people portraits. I always like to challenge myself so this year I would like to...
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Charlie is next..

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The next furbaby after Millie on the large acrylic painting I am currently working on is Charlie. Sadly, Charlie is no longer with us and passed away a couple of days before I started his colour pencil portrait below. He has the sweetest expression and his owners had taken some lovely sharp photographs for me to work from. It was a real pleasure being able to capture it and I am really en...
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Teddy Testimonial <3

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I am always so grateful and feel very lucky when I am asked to capture peoples much loved pets. Our pets are so much more than 'dogs, cat, horses etc' and are our babies, family members. Teddy's mum left this special testimonial and knowing just how much the portrait meant really does make every hour I spend on them so worth while. Thank you for everyones comments, shares and support it means the...
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Meet Freddie

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I can now share with you Freddie's portrait :). This was a surprise gift for his dad and I hear he loved it. Sadly, Freddie is no longer with us and his family miss him dearly. This portrait was commissioned so that they had something on display of him to cherish and remember him by. What a pleasure to be asked to draw him and capture that smile. A4 (8.3" x 11.7") Pastel drawing This was do...
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Hedgehog & Hare Framed!

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Last week I picked up these two originals that I decided to have professionally framed. I love how the frames really enhance and compliment the paintings. Both of these are up for sale over at my 'artwork for sale' page. Full details can be found there but please don't hesitate to contact me if you'd like more information. 'The Hole Hog' 'Hare today, gone tomorrow'Ref photo: Warren Etherin...
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Lily another update :)

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Here is another update on my recent large acrylic painting currently on my easel. I really enjoyed capturing Lily last year for her A3 colour pencil drawing and surprise surprise I am LOVING capturing her again. I have a superb reference photograph to work from for her portrait. All that gorgeous detail to capture. I am recording the entire process of each of the six dogs on this painting so y...
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