Winter Barn oil painitng,snow,fields
About This Painting:
Winter Barn is a landscape done in oil. This painting has been done on hard board and it is 9x12.
Media: oil
Size: 6 in X 8 in (15.2 cm X 20.3 cm)
Price: $100 USD
How to Purchase:
Winter Barn- Delilah Smith
Gypsy Falls ~~ Painting a Dog a Day by Kimberly Kelly Santini
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(Almost finished) "Gypsy Falls," 10" x 12", portrait of a Gypsy Vanner mare, done in Golden Open Acrylics on Raymar panel, $529 to the first one asking nicely. (This would be a KILLER Valentine's Day gift!!) Email me if you are interested. I've been doing some mid-winter spring cleaning in the studio, and came across this painting, which I had begun - but never finished - over 2 years ago. You can see how she looked this morning in the image below. That happens to me quite a bit. I get to a point where I can see the potential but don't trust completely in my ability to deliver. When this happens, I tuck it away until I can look with fresh eyes (and newly honed skills) and have another go. That's what's happened with this girl. And I thought she was done an hour ago, but I see now that I want the bottom of her tail pinker, like in the "before" version. I want the light on it to be warm and glowing, and the yellow, while beautiful, doesn't convey that sense. This is an easy fix. Then, a coat of varnish and she's ready to find a home. Meanwhile, thanks, as always, for supporting my artwork! Kim PS We're in the homestretch here with respect to this month's 10% newly booked commissions. The project has to be booked during this January, but can happen any time during 2011. Shoot me an email if you are interested! I booked 9 new portraits last week - let's see if we can't match that this one!!  Before This is a mare I met at an equine breed parade in the fall of 2008 - I shot oodles of photos of both her and her little filly. She is a Gypsy Vanner, a breed that I adore painting. Their dramatic markings, draft confirmation, and heavy feathering makes for fantastical subject matter. Add in some soft backlighting and it becomes almost too good to be true. |
Still Life and Some Dog Treats ~~ Painting a Dog a Day by Kimberly Kelly Santini
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Nestled amongst my kids' artwork and the real dog treats sits my painting "Three Bones." This piece is available in this beautiful custom frame for $309, or if you would prefer just the panel, $269. Email me if you are interested. There's more about "Three Bones" on the Painting a Dog a Day blog. In the time since her creation in March 2008, this painting has participated in many exhibitions and events. Frankly I am surprised she doesn't have a home yet. I'm certain the right one will come about eventually, though. They always do. She sure would make for a darling Valentine's gift (hint hint). Meanwhile, thanks, as always, for supporting my artwork! Kim PS We're in the homestretch here with respect to this month's 10% newly booked commissions. The project has to be booked during this January, but can happen any time during 2011. Shoot me an email if you are interested! I booked 9 new portraits last week - let's see if we can't match that this one!!
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Michigan Peach-Delilah Smith
Michigan Peaches are out of season right now but I am sure this little bee doesn't care.
This painting is 5x7 painted in oils on canvas mounted on a museum quality panel. It is ready to frame.
post your opinion in the comments" or email me at delilah@artbydelilah.com,,Thank You:Visit my web site Art by Delilah http://www.artbydelilah.comDelilah Smith" Daily Painter"
Andre, In Color ~~ Painting a Dog a Day by Kimberly Kelly Santini
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"Andre," 6" x 8", commissioned Boxer portrait, done in Golden Open Acrylics on a Raymar panel, private collection (THANK YOU!). Inquiries regarding booking your own portrait may come to me. Do you remember Andre from last December? I sketched him (below) unknowingly the same day he crossed the bridge. His family decided they wanted a painted version, and so I was delighted to bring this guy back to my easel this afternoon. And I'm also thrilled to share that Andre's family adopted a young boxer from their local shelter. Jake has fit in well and still can't believe his luck - he's got his own couch and a brother and sister! I'm making a donation to my local shelter in honor of Andre. And Jake. Two sweet rescues that got their happily ever afters. Meanwhile, thanks, as always, for supporting my artwork! Kim PS We're in the homestretch here with respect to this month's 10% newly booked commissions. The project has to be booked during this January, but can happen any time during 2011. Shoot me an email if you are interested! I booked 9 new portraits la
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At the Fence, Day Two ~~ Painting a Dog a Day by Kimberly Kelly Santini
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This is a big 'un, at 16" x 20" with a 2" cradle (meaning the panel is 2" deep, and I've painted or extended the composition around all four sides), and not the sort of sized painting I would normally tackle in one day. I actually had to purchase larger paint brushes so that I could properly lay down the lower most layers (I work from big, sloppy marks upwards to tinier, tighter ones). So today I focused mainly on getting my values correct (the measurement of light vs dark spaces). The key part of this composition is that pocket of sunlight on the horses' spine and withers - and if I can't get that right, I might as well pack it in. I kid you not when I say that this painting dallied in "the uglies" for quite some time. It took me many hours to get to this point (and I already had a day's worth of work invested, too), but I am finally happy with the density of my darks and the saturation of the lights. And now I can focus on the form of muscles and finessing the edges of the horses' shape. And moving into working with those smaller brushes that I normally paint with. But I did have to first turn the painting upside down in order to "see" it properly. This is a great trick that fools my eye into seeing just the plains of color instead of the forms themselves. Removed from the object, the horse's neck and shoulder now become something completely different, and I can measure (via squinting down) whether I have properly painted them. Back to the easel in the morn! Meanwhile, thanks, as always, for supporting my artwork! Kim PS We're in the homestretch here with respect to this month's 10% newly booked commissions. The project has to be booked during this January, but can happen any time during 2011. Shoot me an email if you are interested! I booked 9 new portraits last week - let's see if we can't match that this one!!
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Juggling ~~ Painting a Dog a Day by Kimberly Kelly Santini
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I talk a lot about the animals I paint and my process, but I rarely blog about other behind the scenes work. Probably because it's not nearly as exciting as the painting process, but I may be biased in that regard! Nevertheless, people have the perception that I step into the studio and paint, blissfully, for hours at a time. It couldn't be any further from the truth! When I do paint, it is (mostly) blissful, but that's only a fraction of how I get to spend my days (or rather, my working hours!). It's a one woman show here for the most part. The reality is that I spend the majority of my days solo here in the studio, chipping away at marketing campaigns, dealing with the accounting side of things, staying on top of inventory control, keeping up to date with client communication, building lesson plans and coordinating teaching opportunities, and building an exhibitions and activities calendar. I also head up hardware management. In a prior life I worked with computers and was very comfortable taking machines apart, reading code, and deciphering technology. Not so much anymore! I've been feeling creaky these last couple weeks as I work my way through determining new backup configurations and solve my recent data storage issues. But it remains blissful when I've crossed enough tasks off my to-do list that I can justify moving across the room to the easel. After picking up a paintbrush, the day's stress just melts away. And hopefully I get at least a couple hours of this before the kids come home from school. Thanks, as always, for supporting my artwork! Kim PS We're in the homestretch here with respect to this month's 10% newly booked commissions. The project has to be booked during this January, but can happen any time during 2011. Shoot me an email if you are interested! I booked 9 new portraits last week - let's see if we can't match that this one!!
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JEANNE ILLENYE THINK PINK
Here are my very last Valentine’s Kisses and Cherry Cordials as well as the last of my Tree Peonies and Decadent Delights. I’m heading into a new direction for 2011 but thought these delightfully pink “Little Gems” would be perfect for Valentine’s Day!
Each is 4x4 inches / oil on panel / offered at $99
Frances ~~ Painting a Dog a Day by Kimberly Kelly Santini
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"Frances," 5" x 7", pet portrait of a rescued Boxer (yes, she has a tail!), done in Golden Open Acrylics on Ampersand Gessobord, $ 289 to the first ones asking nicely. Frances came to her family via a Boxer Rescue group who had pulled her from a pound. She was a 40 lb 2 year old with heartworms who had spent the majority of her life tied to a stake and virtually no manners. But a strong desire to please her new family. And thankfully her new family understood and was able to provide the training and love that Frances needed. Thanks, as always, for supporting my artwork! Kim PS You haven't forgotten about the 10% off newly booked commissions, have you ?? the project has to be booked during this January, but can happen any time during 2011. Shoot me an email if you are interested! Come on - I've booked 8 portraits this week - I dare you to raise that number!
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grownUP Journalling ~~ Painting a Dog a Day by Kimberly Kelly Santini
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I've been teaching creative journalling to children for several years now, but tonite I took the leap and shared my ideas with adults. Well, the "adults" part is just between you and me. I know where I firmly stand. Seriously, though, it was a great time. Meanwhile, here's a page from grownUP Chris's journal. It includes rubbings and tea staining. Underneath you can see the overhang from a textured page she built with striped tissue paper. We've got another session next week, Thursday night, if you feel so compelled. Thanks, as always, for supporting my artwork! Kim PS You haven't forgotten about the 10% off newly booked commissions, have you ?? the project has to be booked during this January, but can happen any time during 2011. Shoot me an email if you are interested! Come on - I've booked 8 portraits this week - I dare you to raise that number! Creative Journalling Also called Art Journalling, this is a form that combines visuals and text in a book format. It is a great means of personal expression, stress reduction, and cross-generational bonding. I teach workshops regularly - visit my website and see what's in the works. Meanwhile, I have an adult journalling class next Thursday (the 27th) and a children's workshop in the spring. Email me for more info. |
Symmetry ~~ Painting a Dog a Day by Kimberly Kelly Santini
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"Symmetry (Buddy)," 8" x 10", portrait of a black lab mix, another addition to my "Black and White" series of paintings. This painting was done in Golden Open acrylics on an Ampersand Geossobord and is quite possibly sold (I'm awaiting confirmation). Nevertheless, inquiries may always come to me. I met Buddy when I attended the Mutt Lynch Dog Days event last August. It was the best weekend - on top of being feted by Brenda and Chris Lynch (wine makers and hosts' extraordinaire), I had the opportunity to mingle with guests at their winery during a wine tasting par-tay. And Buddy was there with his little sister Bridget. And I met a mess of other dogs, too, many of whom I have painted or have plans to paint in the coming months. And mirroring Mutt Lynch's support of the San Francisco SPCA, I will also be donating proceeds from the sales of these paintings back to the SPCA. But meanwhile, here's Buddy, sitting all proud and proper, looking as handsome as ever. Thanks, as always, for supporting my artwork! Kim PS You haven't forgotten about the 10% off newly booked commissions, have you ?? the project has to be booked during this January, but can happen any time Breaking the Rules There's all sorts of unspoken rules in art. Like you should never center your subject in the middle of your panel. Or have your focal point (ie subject) be symmetrical. Or allow that same subject to run off the edges of the painting. Do you see where I'm going with this? Rules exist for a reason, but sometimes they are also meant to be broken. Just please don't tell my teenager, k? |
Symmetry ~~ Painting a Dog a Day by Kimberly Kelly Santini
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"Symmetry (Buddy)," 8" x 10", portrait of a black lab mix, another addition to my "Black and White" series of paintings. This painting was done in Golden Open acrylics on an Ampersand Geossobord and is quite possibly sold (I'm awaiting confirmation). Nevertheless, inquiries may always come to me. I met Buddy when I attended the Mutt Lynch Dog Days event last August. It was the best weekend - on top of being feted by Brenda and Chris Lynch (wine makers and hosts' extraordinaire), I had the opportunity to mingle with guests at their winery during a wine tasting par-tay. And Buddy was there with his little sister Bridget. And I met a mess of other dogs, too, many of whom I have painted or have plans to paint in the coming months. And mirroring Mutt Lynch's support of the San Francisco SPCA, I will also be donating proceeds from the sales of these paintings back to the SPCA. But meanwhile, here's Buddy, sitting all proud and proper, looking as handsome as ever. Thanks, as always, for supporting my artwork! Kim PS You haven't forgotten about the 10% off newly booked commissions, have you ?? the project has to be booked during this January, but can happen any time Breaking the Rules There's all sorts of unspoken rules in art. Like you should never center your subject in the middle of your panel. Or have your focal point (ie subject) be symmetrical. Or allow that same subject to run off the edges of the painting. Do you see where I'm going with this? Rules exist for a reason, but sometimes they are also meant to be broken. Just please don't tell my teenager, k? |
Breath Of Spring-Delilah Smith
Breath of Spring,floral still life in pink
About This Painting:
Breath of Spring
8x10
oil on canvas mounted on hardboard
Delilah Smith, MIchigan, USA
Media: oil
Size: 10 in X 8 in (25.4 cm X 20.3 cm)
Price: $200 USD
How to Purchase:
Tsiko's Eyes ~~ Painting a Dog a Day by Kimberly Kelly Santini
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"Tsiko's Eyes," 5" x 7", portrait of a rescued Husky mix, the latest addition to my "Black and White" series of paintings. This painting was done in Golden Open acrylics on an Ampersand Gessobord and could be yours for $289. Inquiries may always come to me. Tsiko (pronounced See-ko) is an Isabella white husky, estimated to be about 5 years old, and he was adopted from the humane society. He was found by animal control wandering at age 3 months - why anyone would let a 12 week old pup out and not try to find them is beyond me. But his family knows they lucked out! And perhaps Tsiko got lucky too - he escorts the kids to the busstop, baseball and soccer games and even vacations with them. He takes his job as family dog very seriously. The "Black and White" paintings depict animals that are black or white or black and white. But the painted versions are anything but black and white. This series allows me the opportunity to explore the variety of color apparent in dark and light values while also playing with reflection and transparency. You can see more of the "Black and White" paintings in my FineArtAmerica portfolio (they aren't all there yet, but I am adding more every day), where notecards and reproductions can be ordered, if you feel so inclined. Thanks, as always, for supporting my artwork! Kim PS You haven't forgotten about the 10% off newly booked commissions, have you ?? the project has to be booked during this January, but can happen any time during 2011. Shoot me an email if you are interested! Ongoing Series Many artists choose to work in series. This helps them to focus on a concept from a variety of angles, giving them the opportunity to experiment and learn. I am no exception. While the Painting a Dog a Day project is itself a series, I have several others that I'm currently working on and looking for inspiring muses: SUNDAY DRIVERS: images of vehicles and canines BLACK AND WHITE: paintings of black and/or white animals, like Tsiko here THE GRATITUDE PROJECT: portraits of rescue animals done in partnership with shelters across the US You are welcome to nominate an animal for possible inclusion in either of the above groups. Please do so via email to myself, and include several non-flash photos you have taken, along with information about the animal and what makes him/her so wonderful. Thanks in advance for sharing your special critters with me and the Painting a Dog a Day family! |
Broccoli- Delilah Smith
Fallen Soldiers
About This Painting:
Fallen Soldiers, Broccoli
oil painting on canvas mounted on museum quality panel
7x5
Media: oil painting
Size: 7 in X 5 in (17.8 cm X 12.7 cm)
Price: $100 USD
How to Purchase:
Vegetables- Delilah Smith
Broccoli still life with bee's, vegetable
About This Painting:
Fresh Broccoli
oil painting on gallery wrapped stretched canvas
10x10
Media: oil
Size: 10 in X 10 in (25.4 cm X 25.4 cm)
Price: $250 USD
How to Purchase:
Vegetables- Delilah Smith
Radish's and Shallots
About This Painting:
Radish's and Shallots
oil painting on canvas mounted on a museum quality panel ready to frame.Contemporary vegetable still life.
Media: oi painting
Size: 5 in X 7 in (12.7 cm X 17.8 cm)
Price: $100 USD
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Miri's Memory ~~ Painting a Dog a Day by Kimberly Kelly Santini
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"Miri's Memory," 8" x 10", portrait of a rescued Cairn Terrier from Col. Potter Cairn Rescue, from The Gratitude Project. This painting was done in Golden Open acrylics on an Ampersand Geossobord and could be yours for $ 469. As with all the paintings from The Gratitude Project, proceeds from the sale of Miri's painting will be donated to Col. Potter. It's just my way of saying thanks for all the dogs - and people - who's lives are better! I had painted Miri before - she's the lucky Cairn getting all the kisses in this painting from a couple years back. Miri was a puppy mill momma rescue with such a bright spark. She arrived at Col. Potters 2/3rds of a way through a pregnancy, in such poor health that the lives of herself and her litter were endangered. Immediate surgery saved her and 5 of her 6 pups. She enjoyed 4 years with her forever home, years that were far too short but fully lived. She succombed to Cushings last fall, shortly after I started a painting of her. Miri was my muse at the live painting session I did for the Shelby Artists' Group. As can happen when I start painting and talking at the same time, the piece got a little bit off track. And when I heard the news of her passing the very next day, it took the wind out of my sails. I had little desire to fight with the painting and bring it back. But today the sun was shining and I imagined her taking a nap in the warm patch on the floor here in the studio (I often have my models over for a visit, even if it is an imaginary one - it helps me to "see" them better). I decided the time was right to have another go at Miri's portrait. She looks happy, doesn't she? I'd like to think she's pleased with how her life - and portrait - turned out. I hope that her family is, too. Enjoy your weekend! Thanks, as always, for supporting my artwork! Kim PS You haven't forgotten about the 10% off newly booked commissions, have you ?? the project has to be booked during this January, but can happen any time during 2011. Shoot me an email if you are interested! |
 Journaliste's Sunday, January 16th, 3-4pm Lake Orion, Michigan Please join myself and the most fabulous Creative Journalists ever, as we in share imagery captured during the last 6 months of Creative Journalling workshops. Photographs clearly demonstrate the student's brilliance as they embrace the idea of personal expression, no holds barred. The exhibition will remain on display through February, so if you cannot make the opening celebration, please make a point to stop by and enjoy the creativity. And feed your child within - consider taking something special from the store home as well. Little Monsters stocks a phenomenal variety of books and toys and carries some of our most favoritest art supplies, too. |
Brie as Odalisque ~~ Painting a Dog a Day by Kimberly Kelly Santini
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"Brie as Odalisque," 8" x 10", portrait of a huge and shaggy Venus (aka gorgeous dog), done in Golden Open acrylics on an Ampersand Gessobord, not for sale. Brie belongs to artist Lisa Daria and takes her job as studio assistant seriously. So seriously, in fact, that she insisted on a historically inspired composition for her Dog a Day portrait. Who am I to argue when clearly this girl knows her stuff? You can see the progression of this painting in the images below. I started with a bright underpainting, using a rough approximation of the composition as a guideline. I then followed up by loosely blocking in the placement of the main forms and starting to build up my values. I used large 1" wide brushes to begin with, gradually ending the painting with smaller filberts. I can't wait to hear what Brie thinks of it! and Lisa, too. Thanks, as always, for supporting my artwork! Kim PS You haven't forgotten about the 10% off newly booked commissions, have you ?? the project has to be booked during this January, but can happen any time during 2011. Shoot me an email if you are interested!
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Asparagus-Delilah Smith
Bunch of Asparagus
About This Painting:
Bunch of Aspargus
12x9
oil painting on gallery wrapped stretched canvas.
Media: oil painting
Size: 9 in X 12 in (22.9 cm X 30.5 cm)
Price: $200 USD
How to Purchase:
Balancing Act No.6-delilah smith
Balancing Act No 6
About This Painting:
Balancing Act No.6
oil on stretched canvas
10x8
Media: oil
Size: 8 in X 10 in (20.3 cm X 25.4 cm)
Price: $150 USD
How to Purchase:
Sammy Sumner ~~ Painting a Dog a Day by Kimberly Kelly Santini
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"Sammy Sumner," 6" square, commissioned portrait of a much loved and dearly missed Pug, done in Golden Open Acrylics on Ampersand Gessobord, private collection (THANK YOU!). In appreciation for my getting to paint Sammy, a donation will be made in his name to my local shelter. Tonight I'm giving a presentation and demonstrating my painting technique at the Anchor Bay Artist's Group monthly meeting in New Baltimore, Michigan. It's always a treat to get to talk shop with a group of like minds, and I am thoroughly looking forward to it. Thankfully, the weather is cooperating as well - one never knows what to expect during Michigan January's! There are tentative plans for tonight's presentation to be followed up by a one night painting workshop on Monday, January 31st (also in New Baltimore, Michigan). Please let me know if you are interested in attending the workshop and I'll pass your information on to those responsible for coordinating the event. Ok, off to pack up my supplies! Have a great evening! Thanks, as always, for supporting my artwork! Kim PS You haven't forgotten about the 10% off newly booked commissions, have you ?? the project has to be booked during this January, but can happen any time during 2011. Shoot me an email if you are interested!  Cosmo Sammy's brother Cosmo is the cover model for my latest book, "Come Sit Stay, Painting a Dog a Day - Year Three." This book (along with it's two siblings) can be ordered directly from Blurb. Each of the books include an essay outlining one year of the Painting a Dog a Day project, along with a substantial number of full color reproductions of the paintings from that same year. And there's extras, too, like previously unpublished comments and stories about the work, photos of my studio, and other goodies. You can preview each of the books, too, prior to ordering. They make great gifts for animal lovers and artists alike, and are also beautiful donations for fundraisers and the such. Any questions? By all means, let me know! |
Rooster-Delilah Smith
Suns Up
About This Painting:
Suns Up
7x5 oil painting on canvas mounted on museum quality hardboard ready to frame.
Media: oil painting
Size: 5 in X 7 in (12.7 cm X 17.8 cm)
Price: $100 USD
How to Purchase:
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