This girlie's eyes say "I see you, you are loved" to me :) It is the message that shines from our companion's eyes whenever they look at us.
The Faber Castell 9000 pencils are awesome and I'll finish the darkest areas soon for contrast.
Art for people who love animals and nature.
Showing posts with label Pet memorial. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Pet memorial. Show all posts
I See You Dog Portrait, Graphite
This Aussie dog portrait is almost finished. I love working in graphite pencils on a favorite dog breed, the Australian Shepherd.
This girlie's eyes say "I see you, you are loved" to me :) It is the message that shines from our companion's eyes whenever they look at us.
The Faber Castell 9000 pencils are awesome and I'll finish the darkest areas soon for contrast.
This girlie's eyes say "I see you, you are loved" to me :) It is the message that shines from our companion's eyes whenever they look at us.
The Faber Castell 9000 pencils are awesome and I'll finish the darkest areas soon for contrast.
St. Francis Love
St. Francis pet portrait paintings always get a lot of love. Whimsical, cheerful, full of details and color. St. Francis pet portraits are very personal keepsakes of happy memories with our beloved furry companions.
Visit my Art Of Sue Etsy shop HERE for St. Francis commissions and prints.
St. Francis and Kitties has been featured in Etsy's Catholic art collection Polyvore religious art, Pinterest, Facebook and more. Here is this week's featured St. Francis pet portrait image: (sorry about the big watermark.)
Visit my Art Of Sue Etsy shop HERE for St. Francis commissions and prints.
St. Francis and Kitties has been featured in Etsy's Catholic art collection Polyvore religious art, Pinterest, Facebook and more. Here is this week's featured St. Francis pet portrait image: (sorry about the big watermark.)
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| St. Francis and Kitties pet portrait. Art Of Sue for commissions and prints. |
Happy St. Francis Collectors
Happy collectors of the very special St. Francis series.
"It's incredible!!! Wow!!!! My parents LOVE Thank you, again!!!!"
"It brought them both to tears! I would love to definitely keep in touch and support! ... I feel connected to you and your art. Thank you again, Sue!"
Hours of research go into designing each painting to include many tiny details.
The paintings invite repeated viewings as more is discovered. I learn so much about the area, the flora and fauna so that each painting is meaningful, personal.
They make my heart glow with their personal stories :)
The best part is the lovely people I have met and collaborated with. I am continually humbled that they have selected me to honor the memories of their beloved furry companions.
"It's incredible!!! Wow!!!! My parents LOVE Thank you, again!!!!"
"It brought them both to tears! I would love to definitely keep in touch and support! ... I feel connected to you and your art. Thank you again, Sue!"
Hours of research go into designing each painting to include many tiny details.
The paintings invite repeated viewings as more is discovered. I learn so much about the area, the flora and fauna so that each painting is meaningful, personal.
Each commissioned portrait comes with a certificate of authenticity and a digital print of the artwork. Sometimes even bookmarks :)
Risa's SoulShine Mosaic Grout Tutorial
A little grouting demonstration for the SoulShine mosaic paper weight memorial of Risa's lovely spirit. Colorful glass bead 'rays', chain, clear glass beads, red iridescent glass adhered onto a small black stone. A fun little student project!
Process:
• After glass and beads have been glued, the adhesive has to completely dry. In our dry climate it's about a day for Weldbond, a couple of days for cement. Weldbond PVC glue was used for this mosaic.
• Painters tape is used to mask around the edge for a nice clean grout line. Small cut pieces overlaid go around the curved shape. The tape also prevents grout from getting on the rest of the stone.
• Black Mapei grout was used with Mapei grout additive in place of water. An eye dropper is used for small work to add liquid because it is more controlled and easier. Walmart has them very cheap.
• As you can see I recycle my paint palettes! The grout is mixed a little thinner than peanut butter to get into all areas easily. Grout is gently smoothed over the mosaic and over the edges of the beads, making sure not to go beyond masked tape. Then the grout is left to set up about 10 minutes or less.
• A small bit of sponge, container of water and patience is all that's needed to wipe off excess grout to reveal the pretty beads, glass, mirror.
Video link shows how I wipe the grout off carefully, not using too much water. A small towel to blot off the excess water is handy now.
• Once all of the excess grout has been wiped clean, carefully peel off the masking tape around the edges.
Finished! The grout will continue to harden and set up for a few hours.
Process:
• After glass and beads have been glued, the adhesive has to completely dry. In our dry climate it's about a day for Weldbond, a couple of days for cement. Weldbond PVC glue was used for this mosaic.
• Painters tape is used to mask around the edge for a nice clean grout line. Small cut pieces overlaid go around the curved shape. The tape also prevents grout from getting on the rest of the stone.
• Black Mapei grout was used with Mapei grout additive in place of water. An eye dropper is used for small work to add liquid because it is more controlled and easier. Walmart has them very cheap.
• As you can see I recycle my paint palettes! The grout is mixed a little thinner than peanut butter to get into all areas easily. Grout is gently smoothed over the mosaic and over the edges of the beads, making sure not to go beyond masked tape. Then the grout is left to set up about 10 minutes or less.
• A small bit of sponge, container of water and patience is all that's needed to wipe off excess grout to reveal the pretty beads, glass, mirror.
Video link shows how I wipe the grout off carefully, not using too much water. A small towel to blot off the excess water is handy now.
• Once all of the excess grout has been wiped clean, carefully peel off the masking tape around the edges.
Finished! The grout will continue to harden and set up for a few hours.
Big Kitty
On the easel, Big Kitty. A very lovable sweet senior companion who literally came with the farm house. His crooked little paw (from an earlier injury) did not hinder him and his favorite toy was bailing string :) Love the senior companions.
Animal & Nature Keepsake Boxes
Playing with images on keepsake boxes that combine mixed media with hand painting and faux finishes. Dogs, words, nature, mermaids and more will be explored.
Birds and boxes - summer studio fun.
The new Keepsake Boxes can be found on my new Etsy store Art Of Sue.
Deals for you! I'm clearing out my studio for new work in the STUDIO SALES section.
Back in my mural painting, faux finishing days, faux/fantasy stone finishes were my specialty. Mostly on furniture.
It took many hours and practice boards to develop the techniques and I LOVE the wabi sabi of the stone finishes.
The boxes will all be different in mixed medias. They are sealed with two coats of clear sealer.
Birds and boxes - summer studio fun.
The new Keepsake Boxes can be found on my new Etsy store Art Of Sue.
Deals for you! I'm clearing out my studio for new work in the STUDIO SALES section.
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| Aussie Keepsake Box, Risa StarGazer |
Back in my mural painting, faux finishing days, faux/fantasy stone finishes were my specialty. Mostly on furniture.
It took many hours and practice boards to develop the techniques and I LOVE the wabi sabi of the stone finishes.
The boxes will all be different in mixed medias. They are sealed with two coats of clear sealer.
Aussie Tess Memorial Pet Mosaic
A sweet mosaic pet memorial to Australian Shepherd girl Tess. Reverse glass painting with silvery stars, moon and a singing bird add a bit of magic realism along with elements of the beach and sea such as crabs, starfish, shells and flotsam. Tess loved to play on the beach and the white stone with the tiny shell is from her cremation site. Her owner was in the coast guard and loves lighthouses, hence the tiny light house.
Though pet companions come in and out of our lives, there is always one or two who are extra special. Tess was such an individual.
Though pet companions come in and out of our lives, there is always one or two who are extra special. Tess was such an individual.
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