Day 11 of the 30 in 30 - Golden Through and Through

A smiling dog is one of the sweetest sights to see... :)

I have heard that Golden retrievers are some of the most friendly, steadfast and loyal dogs you will ever have the pleasure of knowing.  I've met many a Golden in my life and not one of them has yet to show me any different.  This guy seems like he fits that description, doesn't he? I also love that the retriever breed can have beautiful long golden coats, shorter yellow, brown or black coats... Such beautiful, rich colors and so much fun to paint.  A few years back, I painted a trio of retrievers, all of which have found forever homes :)  I decided it was time to revisit this special breed again..this time with hats.. :) Look out in the coming days for a few other variations on this theme and thank you!

Golden Through and Through, 7"x7", oil, to purchase click here

Day 9 - Late Afternoon Golden

I knew I'd paint another of these sunlit pups after I painted the first one for Day 4's painting.  I do enjoy painting dogs from behind also!... I have done it for quite a few commissions and one of my own doggies too.. Something about their personality can be seen in the way they stand and how they walk from behind... In any case, this one is an older girl out for a late, hazy afternoon stroll... Going for a walk with the dog.... good for the soul...

Late Afternoon Golden, oil on panel, 11" x 14", to purchase, please click here

Just for fun, here is one I did in 2012 of my two doggies.. 

interesting to see how much my style has changed!

Ali and Scooter, 11" x 14", oil on canvas, private collection