Dagan ~~ Kimberly Kelly Santini

"Dagan," 4" x 6", commissioned portrait of my favorite kind of kitty to paint - calico! -  acrylic on panel, private collection (THANK YOU!).   Actually, I can't really say that calicos are my actual favorites, because I also totally dig on painting black cats. And all the stripes in tabbys are so much fun. And white kitties that aren't really white - they are pink and yellows and lavenders. And then there are seal points and tuxedos and multi-toed and manxes (love those tailless butts) and .....   Thanks, as always, for looking at and sharing my artwork, Kim ksantini@turtledovedesigns.com

Commissions & Inquiries

 

I always accept commissions - it's just a matter of how far out I am scheduled.

 

As of this posting, I am booking daily portraits for early December of this year. My cutoff date for holiday gifts is December 15th. 

 

But never fear! If you want to gift a portrait and my calendar is full, may I suggest a gift certificate?! These go over really well because the recipient can be involved in the process.

 

Meanwhile, just as an FYI (because inquiries are coming in faster than I can respond):

 

Sketches start at $49

Paintings start at $209

 

All work is priced based on complexity of design and overall size.

 

I promise to respond to your emails as quickly as possible, in the order received.

 

Thanks so much for your patience!

 

 

 

Pig Paintings

Delilah Smith

Art by Delilah

No Pig left Behind

5x7

About This Painting:Pig Paintings are always fun for me. Growing up on a farm in Michigan I never grow tired of painting animals. When it comes to feeding time at the pig pen I can tell you that no Pig is left out of getting his fill. I titled this one with a little tongue-in-cheek humour.
No Pig Left Behind
5x7
oil on canvas mounted on a museum quality panel
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Media: oil
Size: 5 in X 7 in (12.7 cm X 17.8 cm)
Price: $120 USD

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Turban Squash

Delilah Smith

Art by Delilah

Turban Squash and Hydrangas

 

About This Painting: I grew a few turban squash this year and I love the color and shape of them.

I aadded a few flowers and set up a still life.I picked up the color of the squash in the clay pot that held the hydrangea.

Turban Squash and Hydrangas

11x14

oil painting on panel

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Media: oil painting

Size: 14 in X 11 in (35.6 cm X 27.9 cm)

Price: $200 USD

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Marley ~~ Kimberly Kelly Santini

"Marley," 6" square, commissioned black cat painting, acrylic on panel, private collection (THANK YOU!). Marley is going to make one heck of a Christmas gift!! His painting, that is. The real Marley wouldn't go so well for sitting still under the tree all wrapped up.... What's been going on in the studio? Lots of book work - fact checking, proofing and design Prepping paintings to go to an exhibition Fielding inquiries and emails (see sidebar) Editing an article for publication Breaking into the Halloween candy stash (but don't tell the kids!) Hope you have a spectacular weekend!! Thanks, as always, for looking at and sharing my artwork, Kim ksantini@turtledovedesigns.com

Commissions & Inquiries I always accept commissions - it's just a matter of how far out I am scheduled. As of this posting, I am booking daily portraits for early December of this year. My cutoff date for holiday gifts is December 15th.  But never fear! If you want to gift a portrait and my calendar is full, may I suggest a gift certificate?! These go over really well because the recipient can be involved in the process. Meanwhile, just as an FYI (because inquiries are coming in faster than I can respond): Sketches start at $49 Paintings start at $209 All work is priced based on complexity of design and overall size. I promise to respond to your emails as quickly as possible, in the order received. Thanks so much for your patience!

JEANNE ILLENYE Nest with Sand Cherry Pod, Feathers, Moss, Broken Egg, Blue

Nest with Sand Cherry Pod

8x8 inches / oil on panel

Available at Chabot Fine Art Gallery
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JEANNE ILLENYE Orange Glow

Orange Glow

8x8 inches oil on panel

Available at Chabot Fine Art Gallery

Smaller than my earlier versions of this subject and minus the cherries, this cropped composition still retains a wonderful drama with the fruit painted lifesize and a thin film of reflected light hovering above, hence the title.

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Chanel, A Painted Sketch ~~ Kimberly Kelly Santini

"Chanel," a commissioned painted sketch, image approximately 3-1/2" x 6" and roughly centered on an 8" x 10" multimedia artboard, acrylics on paper, private collection (THANK YOU!). It's been a loooong day, and I still have over 100 emails to get through. Tis the season, and I thrive on this sort of stuff!!   Thanks, as always, for looking at and sharing my artwork, Kim ksantini@turtledovedesigns.com

I've Never Seen a Purple Cow ~~ Kimberly Kelly Santini

I never saw a purple cow. I never hope to see one. But I can tell you anyhow I'd rather see than be one.  -Gelette Burgess

"I Never Saw A Purple Cow," acrylic painting on panel, inspired by a photograph taken by Douglas Nelson (and used with his permission, thank you Doug !!), 6" square, $299 to the first one asking nicely.   Actually, I totally want to be the purple cow. Because that cow creates wonder and makes others smile.    Thanks, as always, for looking at and sharing my artwork, Kim ksantini@turtledovedesigns.com

Using Photo References   Because the animals I paint rarely hold their poses long enough in the studio and leave a HUGE mess behind, I rely on photographs for the bulk of my work.   But that doesn't mean that I copy the photos religiously. Nor does it mean I can't take artistic liberties. I freely move things about, taking the essence of the photograph and turning it into a stronger message.   I mean, there's already this way fun photo, so why reproduce it exactly? Why not take it up a level? Or at least try?   That's my thinking, at least.   REMINDER: Don't use other peeps' pics without permission. That's breaking the law!!

Rowdy Rooster

Delilah Smith

Rowdy Rooster

10x8

About This Painting: This old boy is just egging for trouble. I wouldn't mess with him. This is one of my larger daily paintings it is 10x8 and ready to be framed.

Rowdy Rooster

10x8 oil painting on canvas mounted on a museum quality panel ready to be framed.

Media: oil painting

Size: 8 in X 10 in (20.3 cm X 25.4 cm)

Price: $120 USD

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JEANNE ILLENYE sterling silver olive spoon with stars

Sterling Olive Spoon with Stars

7x5 inches / oil on panel

Available in November at Chabot Fine Art Gallery

A companion painting to Sterling Bon Bon Spoon (scroll down), this is quite intricate with the tiniest little stars and starburst engravings within the bowl of the spoon.

framed size 11.5 x 9.5 inches

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Wrigley, A Painted Sketch ~~ Kimberly Kelly Santini

"Wrigley," a commissioned portrait and painted sketch of a Chesapeake Bay Retriever. The image is approximately 5-1/2" x 3", roughly centered on an 8" x 10" piece of multimedia artists paper, and shortly headed out to his new home (THANK YOU!).   HOWEVER - this one is an intended Christmas gift - there can't be that many CBRs names Wrigley, so if you know him/his family, "mums" the word, ok? Otherwise, you'll get me in big trouble!!   There are a few pre-holiday commissioned spots left - if you act quickly, I can schedule your gift giving on my calendar. Just let me know, as I am not a mind-reader!! I love to paint friendly, gregarious dogs as though they are dripping with color. It suites their likenesses very well, don't you think?   Last week I added a few new colors to my palette,** and Wrigley's luscious, wet coat gave me the perfect excuse to play with all of them. My new favorite has to be Medium Magenta - it's a great warm pink that adds life to browns and reds.   Thanks, as always, for looking at and sharing my artwork, Kim ksantini@turtledovedesigns.com   **I work with what is called a Limited Palette, which means I set the same colors out every day for each of my paintings. I've written about the value of working in a limited palette previously on my blog.

Ebooks Now Available!

 

Every year I publish a volume highlighting my daily paintings and other studio events. To date, I have authored three:

 

Painting a Dog a Day(2006-2007)

That's 14 in Dog Years (2008)

Come Sit Stay (2009)

 

These books can be ordered in traditional bound volumes or inNEW!! (and very affordable) ebook formats. 

 

They are only $9.99 each - yes, it's much lower than the printed volumes, but the information is entirely the same. 

 

Also.....

 

I'm continuing to edit and put finishing touches on the newest book of daily pet portraits, titled simply Cheers (2010).

 

And I'm fine tuning a children's book of color, titled A Dog Named Blue.

 

It is my goal to get both of these books out - via printed volumes AND ebook formats - in time for holiday gift giving.

 

Watch this blog for publishing date announcements!

 

 

We are not in Michigan any more.

Saultry Sailboats

About This Painting:We are not in Michigan any more.I'm painting in Fl right now.So you may see a few tropical paintings here.
Saultry Sailboats
10x10 oil painting on stretched gallery wrapped canvas with painted sides the back is wired and it can be hung as is or you may frame it.

Media: oil painting
Size: 10 in X 10 in (25.4 cm X 25.4 cm)
This Paintin has been sold however I may have other similar works available

JEANNE ILLENYE Roses in Spode Teacup, Pearls, Lace

English Roses in Spode Teacup

8x10 inches / oil on canvas

Thoughts of a leisurely afternoon come to mind with an antique embroidered, lace edged cloth, pearls cascading over a leather bound book, and fresh from the garden with dewdrops and honeybee are soft English roses gently tucked into a Spode Blue Italian teacup.

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A Little Sunshine

Delilah Smith

Tuscany Chianti

10x7

watercolor

About this painting: This still life was painted on 200 lb cold pressed watercolor paper. I have a love for wine but I have never been to Tuscany. I think drinking a glass of Chianti is like tasting a bit of the Tuscany sunshine. I put a bottle in this still life with a few grapes.

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