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Lookin' for Eoin

"Lookin' for Eoin (Buddy as a Pup)," 6" x 12", acrylic mixed breed puppy portrait, not available for purchase.
I'm working on paintings that are gifts and therefore cannot be shared for fear of ruining the surprise. Well, Buddy is one of them, but I'm fairly certain the recipient, my 5 year old nephew, doesn't follow my blog, so I'm safe. Unless another Kelly ruins the surprise, which would mean no more beers at my house, so I'm confidant the secret's safe for a little longer.....
This is Buddy, a newly rescued Border Collie mix. He is a sweet puppy, already very attached to his boys, Eoin, Connor and Gavin. What great times these 4 will have growing up together! Poor Sarah (my sister-in-law) - does she really know what's in store?
Just a reminder - holiday commissions are almost entirely booked. Please let me know if you are considering commissioning a pet portrait as a gift so that I can get you on the calendar before it is too late!
Next week will bring the newest painting in the canines & cars series, a grouping I've named "Sunday Drivers." I'm always looking for inspirations and stories - you may send your materials to me. I'll acknowledge receipt of everything. And thanks in advance for sharing!!
And thanks, too, for sharing my artwork.
Have a great weekend, Kim
PS Thank you to everyone for my birthday wishes and your donations to A Place to Bark. I was overwhelmed with your response and am completely convinced that the Painting a Dog a Day community is the best!
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