Category: White Boxer Dog

A busy week in the Newbiggin Art Studio

10/5/2016

It has been quiet on both my social media & news blog, with progress posts somewhat lacking. However, I have been quietly busy with drawings and paintings recently and wanted to share some updates.

Acrylic paintings

I am working on a double portrait of my friend and her daughter for their upcoming birthdays in May and June. I have been layering the skin tones to create a realistic effect, and I still have some work to do. I used Burnt Umber as a base for the hair and added lighter strands. The stripey top is still in progress, but I plan to finish the painting by the weekend. I also have paintings of a Springer Spaniel and a Boxer dog near completion, but these are not commissions, so I will leave them untouched for a few weeks while I focus on paid work.

Coloured pencil portraits

Coloured pencil portrait of a Jack Russell/pug cross

Bailey - Jack Russell/Pug cross

Coloured pencil drawing of an Airedale/Paterdale dog

Dave - Airedale/Paterdale cross

Currently, I am working on two commissions using coloured pencils. One is a crossbreed of Airedale and Paterdale, while the other is Jack Russell and Pug. The Jack Russell, named Bailey, is in the early stages, adding the final details once all layers are complete. Meanwhile, I am adding final touches to Dave's Airedale portrait's background and fine details.
If you wish to view more of my pencil drawings, you can find more at the COLOURED PENCIL GALLERY

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Beautifully detailed acrylic paintings of a Springer Spaniel & a white Boxer puppy

12/4/2016

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Springer Spaniel swimming in water being completed in Acrylic paints on board

Springer Spaniel - Size: 11" x 14"

Acrylic painting of a Springer Spaniel swimming in the local lake

Acrylic painting of a Springer Spaniel swimming in the local lake. Photographed at an angle.

When creating an acrylic portrait, the painting can go through significant changes. Like all my artwork, I begin with base layers and then use a "blocking in" technique that may look messy. However, this step is necessary to establish the tonal values and keep focus on all the areas that make up the subject. Next, I move on to "defining" these areas and tightening them up. Finally, I "refine" the painting by adding fine details that give it a more lifelike appearance.

I set aside the painting for a few days, weeks, or even months, and the final stage involves 'tweaking' to tidy up any untidy areas and work on small areas that may require more attention. This process forms the foundation of all my paintings, including the SPRINGER SPANIEL painting and the WHITE BOXER PUP.

White Boxer pup created in Acrylics on an 8

White Boxer Pup - Size: 8" x 8"

Close up detail of an acrylic painting of a white Boxer pup

Fine fur on an acrylic painting of a white Boxer pup

I am currently building up a brand new portfolio for my ACRYLIC paintings. My previous paintings were all created on a weave canvas, and my new support boards are smooth, allowing for fine detail. If you are looking to book your bespoke commission with me, you can get in touch at: karenmberisfordart@gmail.com or fill in my BOOKING/QUOTE FORM

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New Acrylic portraits in Progress

15/2/2016

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For the last few weeks, I have been working on a few acrylic paintings and thought I would share with you progress so far on them. An acrylic painting begins with a tonal base layer, which primes the canvas, ready for the addition of detail. Every painting is individual, as I sometimes include mediums, providing additional texture and colour. Here are some of the subjects I am currently working on.

Springer Spaniel

Black Labrador

Yellow Labrador

White Boxer pup

Jaguar

There are more portraits planned for 2016 and I will add more to this news page as regularly as possible. If you would like to book your own acrylic portrait, you can find out more on my ACRYLICS ART GALLERY page. I have also recently introduced a FRAMING service alongside my paintings, to provide customers with the full package. You can be sure that your painting has been created, using the best quality, lightfast products and the frame is safely & securely applied, allowing you to enjoy your portrait for many years to come.

If you wish to ask for a no-obligation quote or book your portrait, a form can be found at the bottom of the acrylics page. Simply fill in the form and get a reply within hours.
Any questions, please get in touch!
Karen

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Boxers on The Easel

8/2/2015

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It appears that my side of the art studio is full of Boxer dog artwork at the moment. I have been asked to produce quite a few boxer dog portraits over the years, although I do all other breeds and pets too.
I am currently completing three separate coloured pencil portraits for customers, which are as follows:

10" x 12" of Holly
8" x 10" of Lennox
12" x 16" trio of Boxers called ABBIE, DOLLY & ARTHUR

Holly (far right) is nearing completion now and I hope to finish it tonight dependant on my obsessive 'tweaking' necessity. The trio of Boxers (top) are still in the very early stages and the base tones are currently being applied, so the fine detail has yet to be added. This is the second portrait I am completing of Lennox (bottom left), the first portrait was completed last year and his Mum, who absolutely loves her boy, wanted another portrait and chose this lovely pose of him. You can view all the portraits together on this page HERE

If you are looking to commission your own pet portrait and wish to find out more, you can find some information on my COMMISSIONS page, just drop me a line if you have a bespoke portrait idea - I love a challenge!

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Notts & Yorkshire Boxer Rescue Funday

16/7/2014

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I attended the NAYBR Fun day along with a couple of good friends of mine and their 4 Boxer dogs on Sunday the 13th of July 2014 and thought I would post a few photographs from the day that I managed to capture. One of my pet portrait vouchers had been purchased and donated by Jet Rutherford & Jackie Pritchard and was included in an auction at this very event of which I was pleased to hear that it raised a wonderful £75.00 towards the charity and the whole days event raised a whopping £5,000!! The day was extremely warm but thoroughly enjoyed by us all - hopefully I will be going back next year and well done to all those who organised the event and work tirelessly throughout the year to rescue and help re-home the Boxers that come into their care.

About NAYBR.....

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"Although we are based in Nottinghamshire and Yorkshire we do, in fact, rescue and re-home throughout the UK and have a network of volunteers who assist us, therefore transportation is never an issue.
We offer long term support to anyone adopting from us and are committed to the education of the public about the welfare of all Boxer dogs. We have a non destruction policy and never put a healthy non-aggressive dog to sleep."

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A busy week in the Newbiggin Art Studio

Acrylic paintings

Coloured pencil portraits

Beautifully detailed acrylic paintings of a Springer Spaniel & a white Boxer puppy

Springer Spaniel - Size: 11" x 14"

White Boxer Pup - Size: 8" x 8"

New Acrylic portraits in Progress

Boxers on The Easel

Notts & Yorkshire Boxer Rescue Funday

About NAYBR.....

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Categories

Archives

SERVICES

COMMISSIONS

HELP & INFORMATION

A busy week in the Newbiggin Art Studio

Acrylic paintings

Coloured pencil portraits

Beautifully detailed acrylic paintings of a Springer Spaniel & a white Boxer puppy

Springer Spaniel - Size: 11" x 14"

White Boxer Pup - Size: 8" x 8"

New Acrylic portraits in Progress

Boxers on The Easel

Notts & Yorkshire Boxer Rescue Funday

About NAYBR.....

Author

Categories

Archives

​SERVICES

​COMMISSIONS

​HELP & INFORMATION

SERVICES

COMMISSIONS

HELP & INFORMATION