Daily Painters International Art Gallery: "Bear", Christmas commission, labrador retriever, oil painting by Vonnie Kohn

Thursday, December 22, 2011

"Bear", Christmas commission, labrador retriever, oil painting by Vonnie Kohn

"Bear"

oil on canvas

16x20

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Labrador retrievers are one of the most favorite dogs of the canine world. They are gentle giants, faithful companions, excellent hunting dogs. This is the last of my Christmas commissions. It is also one of my all-time favorites. I met "Bear" a few days ago to finalize her portrait. What an endearing canine! She was thoroughly in sync with the commands of her owner's father. (I'm not sure who is more attached-the owner or his dad). No two animals-even of the same species-are alike. Each has his own character traits, expression in the eyes, his posture...and his owner is able to recognize them at a glance. I challenged myself to capture her soul on canvas. It is my hope that Bear's family will enjoy this beautiful experience as well. Merry Christmas, "Bear."

If interested in commissioning a pet portrait, please contact me at:

www.vonniekohn.com

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Merry Christmas

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