GIRL PORTRAIT Work in Progress #3

I made a bit more progress on the large portrait that is on my easel. I am extremely happy with the upper part of this painting. The bottom portion is still causing me grief. Hands need finishing and I really need to tone down the sand - It's way to yellow...

GIRL WITH RED RIBBON
30 " x 40" x 1.5" Oil on Stretched Canvas

Bottom half of the painting is still "under construction"

CALLING ALL RESCUED CATS - PROJECT in the MAKING

Following into the footsteps of other artists who have challenged themselves by painting 100 pieces in 100 days, I too, will commit myself to this rather large undertaking. My project “Faces of Rescue: 100 CATS in 100 DAYS” will feature fun and colorful portraits (and stories) of 100 lucky kitties.

Starting March 15th, I will paint a portrait of 1 CAT per DAY for 100 DAYS. Each painting will be done in oils on a 8x8 canvas or panel and will be available for purchase with a large percentage of the proceeds donated to selected cat rescue organizations.

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This project is open to any rescued cat.If you are a proud owner of such a feline, or know of someone who is, please email me a photo and a short story of your cat's past. It would be great if we could make this an international project!!

By sending me a photo, you will be giving me permission to paint the portrait and publish the image along with the cats story on my blog, website and ultimately in a book.

Note about Photographs: Photos should be taken in natural light as the flash tends to distort the features and colors of the cat – especially the eyes. A close-up of the face would be ideal. If your photos were taken professionally, please ask the photographer for copyright permission.

Contact Information:

Olga Wagner 919-225-8700

olga.t.wagner@gmail.com
http://www.catclawsstudio.com/

It's Chihuahua Time

It's time to tackle another breed...Here are couple of Chihuahua paintings...

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"Hope" - 6x12 Oil on Masonite

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Just like any other breed, Chihuahuas are not immune from being abandoned and/or dumped in the shelters. Since they are small, they are also a favorite amongst Puppy Mill breeders -horrible practice where the dogs spend their whole "breeding life" in the cages with no creature comforts that EVERY animal should be entitled to. I named the above painting Hope...Hope for a loving home - Hope for a better future....

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"Boston Chi" - 6x6 Oil on Masonite
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This Chi is trying to blend in with all of my Boston Terrier Paintings . Proudly wearing the boston colors!