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Don’t border collies all have a playful come-hither look about them? It could be their ceaseless energy, or that whimsical way their ears flop and follow every moment of their head. A charming lopsided mask doesn’t hurt, either.

Today’s painting is of Maggie, a border collie mix who adores a good game of Frisbee, regardless of the weather. I could use some of her nonplussed attitude about now (I’m so sick of this ridiculous Michigan weather!).

There’s a good portion of lighter values in this painting, but nothing that is pure white. All the light areas are tints of green, violet, and blue. Makes for a very realistic depth to her fur, and the loose brushwork creates a sense of motion, too.

“Wanna Play?,” 4x6, dog portrait in acrylic on canvasboard. The second dog-a-day painting to join the collection of Jackie Good (thank you, Jackie).

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

Kimberly Kelly Santini
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  1. Jackie9:14 AM

    I chose the name Maggie long before I found the dog...somehow that works out well for me. And this little mischief maker is very much a "Maggie". Very smart, beautiful and a little goofy (which, of course is emphasized by the one ear up, one ear down). He grandma is a grandchampion herder from Ireland, but as much as this little girl may like to herd, she LOVES her frisbee.

    Kim so elequently captured Maggie's playful innocence, which helps to heal my broken heart after the loss of my Kelly. You simply must smile (even through your tears) when you look at that little face and she says, "Come on, let's go. It's time to play".

    Thank you Kim. Your work touches their furry souls and allows us to see what our heart already knows. That is a priceless gift.

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