Waiting in the Mist

18x22 - Oil - I didn't take this photo of Taylor, but it got my two thumbs up approval for its serenity of a great retriever...waiting in the mist...just before the big hunt. I did this painting for my good friend, Sheri, as a special Christmas gift for her husband. What do you get the man who has it all? A portrait of his favorite dog, of course. Sheri felt it was the perfect gift for him; I hope that he does, too. SOLD December 2008

The Legend

11x14 - Oil - I took this photo of Tahoe in the summer of 2008. He was the first Chessie I'd ever met and I was a little startled at our first encounter. He ran toward me, tail wagging and teeth showing! I learned that Chessie's grin! He had a kind spirit and wonderful demeanor, but could bring back a dove, duck, goose or swan like none other. This sweet boy fought long and hard and now he is healthy again chasing fliers in the Heavens. Who knows...maybe he'll send a few our way next season. Rest well, old fella. Given as Gift December 2008.

Havin' a Blast

16x20 - Oil - This is Blast, my training buddy and good friend's Golden Retriever. Yes, he's really that beautiful. Mary is having the time of her life training Blast, and now Rivah, her 6-month old pup, and her two mature girls, Scorch and Crystal. Given as Gift December 2008.

First Mark

11x14 - Oil - This is the last painting I completed before our group's summer hiatus. This is Linwood O'Briant, the trainer with whom I've been fortunate to meet and train. He's here with his then six-month old Chesapeake Bay Retriever, Tug. It's been fun watching Tug grow up and learn. He's well on his way toward becoming a great Gun Dog and Man's Best Friend. Given as Gift June 2008.

Waiting

11x14 - Oil - I shot the photo at the same training day as "First Mark". This is CiCi, a favorite "resident" of mine at the kennel. Her owner, Gene Kirby, thought the painting was unique because it was the back-view of a dog. He even showed off a copy of it to his buddies. Oh, CiCi recently had eight pups...three yellow females, two yellow males and three black females...one of the yellow females will be Kirby's Shotgun Shuffle..."Casey" for KC and the Sunshine Band.

Get Your Mark

10x8 - Oil - I took this photo at the first AKC Hunt Test I attended. This is Hank, another one of my favorites at Shady Oaks Kennels. Here, Hank could be anyone's black Labrador Retriever waiting for the next mark or just hangin' out in the field. FOR SALE $295

The Prize

16x20 - Oil - This is Bobby, a sweet Golden Retriever, returning to his trainer with the bird. This photo was shot shortly before sunset in March 2008. I liked Bobby's movement and expression and the lighting so much that I wanted to capture it on canvas. I have received many compliments on this one. I keep replacing my favorites with new ones...for now, this is it.

Little Rascal

12x12 - Oil - I remember when Mandy brought Rascal home many years ago. He was a little ball of fluff. I don't know if he looked more like "Gizmo" the gremlin or one of the tribbles from Star Trek! He was so damn cute! He lived a great long life and was Mandy's best friend. Given as Gift June 2008.

Bogey

16x20 - Oil - My friend, Cathi, is one cool, hippy chick! Bogey was the first love of her life, and though he's been gone for a while now, she can remember his sweet spirit, and occasional low "grrrrrrrrr" with all of his memories tucked safely away in her heart. Here's lookin' at you, kid! Given as Gift 2008.

Study of Reflections

12x9 - Oil - All of us painted from the same photo to explore reflections in the foreground and background. Everyone's painting was unique and beautiful. Given as Gift July 2008.