Today we are rolling through waves of showers and thunderstorms, but the air is warm and the front yard is ankle deep in cold mud. At the risk of cursing the thaw, I do believe spring has finally arrived in lower Michigan! Don’t fear though – I won’t entirely jinx things by packing snowpants and woolen scarves away.

Along with the promise of spring, in trots today’s dog-a-day painting, a face radiant with sunshine. This painting is layered with washes of orange and peach, coupled with exuberant brushwork.

“Murry (Wheaton Terrier Study),” 6x8, dog portrait in acrylic on canvasboard.

Murry’s painting is now part of Karin Fuller’s collection – thank you, Karin, for introducing me to Murry, and bringing his bright grin into the studio during such a gray week.

It’s easy to get your own dog-a-day painting – simply send photos to ksantini@turtledovedesigns.com, and wait your turn. I’m always looking for tomorrow’s muse. Will it be your dog?

Thanks, as always, for looking.And for sharing these paintings with friends and family.
Kim

Kimberly Kelly Santini
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