Pet Portrait Contest results

No good deed goes unpunished. I got a most patient inquiry re: the contest on this blog.
I had hoped to spare my Intimate Landscape readers how poorly this post shows up as a blog. It does work great in email and reader and as sent to my pet portrait subscribers....and I wouldn't want anyone to miss out.

** This post is best viewed in Google reader or in your emailsubscribe in margin. :) Dear Pet Parents, A thousand and one thanks for entering the Catch em Bein Cute Pet Pose Contest. And a bucket load more for your patience awaiting the results. You guys have awesome pets that made this choice challenging. If you sent a double pet portrait, please forgive me for being relieved when some good shots of just one pet showed up enabling me to give away ONE free portrait, not two. Take consulation in knowing the winner will need continued patience while I whip up some pre-holiday commissions. I wish I could have met your guys in person, and have been in email negotiations with a couple of you. I want a finished portrait you'll love.

Runners Up!!!

Catch em Bein Cute Pet Pose Contest

Luna the Cat

Good news... -- a cutest paintable pet pose contest for you-- Yup. A full pose or whatever crazy idea you have to capture your pet's personality.

Why? It's time to expand. We need color, paint, and a variety of poses on the website.

You can help by emailing me hi-resolution images. No mobile uploads.

I'll pick one that screams at me to paint it. And paint it for FREE. A $700 value. Free.

You have a great chance to win. Great odds.

In fact I'd love you to decrease the odds a bit by sharing this opportunity with your friends.

FAQ:

Can friends enter? Absolutely as long as you promise to still be friends afterward.

How many entries? Let's limit to 3 of your very best images.

Thank you for sharing this with your friends.

Brief pencil portrait slide show

Jasmine is a German short haired pointer who loves hard work. Bred as a hunting dog, she is dark brown with a matching brown nose. A big nose is a plus for this breed.



See more pet portraits on my website. I'm featuring pencil pet portraits for $99 through March 31.

Read about commissioning a portrait from your photo...and...catch some photo tips on Portrait and Fine Arts Paintings website.

Portrait in Pencil of Purdy the Labradoodle

12 x 9 pencil on Bristol Board
sold, but you can commission
your own pet portrait

A pet portrait in pencil has all the charm of a full color portrait. This seems like the right year to showcase pencil portraits. They are an affordable alternative.

The 12 x 9 drawing is on 2 ply acid-free Bristol smooth surface. It's not really gray at all; more of an off white cream color. This particular paper has two surfaces. One side is coated and slick. I drew on the other side which I believe is better for pencil. The pencil works great for a curly black dog.

The hard part is photographing a black dog. I took the reference photo outdoors in soft light. Think it was overcast.

How do you get a dog to pose? I pretended to play fetch. She got very alert.

How do you get a cat to pose? Haven't a clue.

Special pet portrait in pencil promotion until March 31. 9 x 12 or 12 x 9 for $99
Drawn from your photo reference. Email me a high resolution jpg as an attachment for a free no obligation consult.

More info at Portraits and Fine Art Paintings.

See more pet portraits on my website in the Pooch Portrait Gallery. I draw and paint cats too.