Friday, February 12, 2010

A Work in Progress


About two weeks ago I posted about a wonderful artist, Rachael Rossman, who had just recently painted a watercolor portrait of the Pioneer Woman's faithful basset hound, Charlie. I was immediately taken with this life-like rendition and contacted Rachael about the possibility of immortalizing my two yellow labs, Ralf and Mia. The $400 price tag was definitely not a planned budgetary expense, but both my husband and I felt that this would be money well spent. I sent her several pictures and she immediately began work on the portrait.

Ralf










Mia








I opened my email yesterday morning and absolutely squealed with glee! Rachael sent me the current work on progress. She told me that the paint was still wet and there is still work left to be done, but she thought I might like to see its progress (and incidently, if you follow the link to her blog above, you will see this work sitting on her desk -- how cool!)

It truly brought tears to my eyes! She has totally captured Ralf's vibrant eyes and outgoing personality - which is in stark contrast to Mia's wistful gaze and quiet spirit. Mia always had problems with her ears - ever since she was a puppy - and the lopsided left ear in the portrait is one of her unique qualities that we will all remember.

I hope you don't become too bored with my updates on the artwork - but these are my babies and I simply cannot contain my excitement. I will definitely write a post once I receive a photo of the finished work. And then possibly a final post when I have it framed and hanging on my nook wall, where they will forever keep me company as I read.


15 comments:

  1. This is truly a work of art that you and your family will cherish for years I am sure -- a great investment IMO!

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  2. How wonderful that you get to see your painting as it comes along! And your happiness just shines through .. I think it is worth it just for that!

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  3. Wow, that is very beautiful! Your dogs are absolutely adorable.

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  4. Beautiful. Can't wait to see the finished product! I have an award for you:
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  5. Oh my Molly. She has your dogs to a tee. It will be stunning when finished.

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  6. Oh my gosh, that is gorgeous! What a treasure for your family!

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  7. Oh, I won't get bored of this! That portait is absolutely beautiful.

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  8. What a wonderful idea. My aunt had me take some photos of her animals for her roommate is getting a stained glass made with the animals in it. I totally understand having such a huge love for your animals.

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  9. What a lovely treasure the painting will make. And what fun to see it in progress!

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  10. Wow!!! The painting is going to be beautiful. You'll treasure it forever.

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  11. Your dogs are wonderful and that painting will be stunning!

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  12. I'm so glad you posted an update on it! It is coming out so good! I can't wait to see it completely finished. What a great gift for yourselves.

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  13. She really has captured their individual looks. What a great treasure to have-some things just bring too much pleasure to quibble about the cost. Enjoy.

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  14. Oh, she did a beautiful job, Molly - no wonder you felt teary eyed!

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