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2012 MAY CHALLENGE - PRIMARY COLORS

2012 MAY CHALLENGE - PRIMARY COLORS
2012 CHALLENGE - PAINTING WITH LIGHT NOW POSTED

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."

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Merry Christmas

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