An Acrylic Painting of a White Boxer dog Puppy
SPROUT
8" x 8"
Completed May 2018
During a recent visit to a friend's house, accompanied by another friend, we had the pleasure of meeting their beautiful new family member, an adorable white Boxer puppy named Sprout. As is often the case with puppies, she was filled with energy, but what truly touched my heart was witnessing her gently snuggle and peacefully drift off to sleep in the arms of someone she had only just met an hour prior. Such a tender and heartfelt moment was so inspiring that I felt compelled to capture it in a painting.
Completed painting
Whenever I visit my friend, I almost always take my camera. They have always had a large family of Boxer dogs, usually four at a time, many of whom I have drawn pencil portraits of over the years. My friend also likes photography, and the dogs are trained to obey "sit" and "stay" commands. Even though puppies can be energetic, they tire easily, which gave me the opportunity to capture a unique photograph.
This painting measures only 8" x 8", making it relatively small. Painting in such a small size can be difficult, particularly when attempting to capture intricate details in a portrait. However, one technique to overcome this challenge is concentrating on a specific subject area, allowing for a closer examination of that particular feature. Isolating a light-coloured subject, such as a white Boxer dog puppy against a dark backdrop, will enable the details to take centre stage and be the primary focus. Click the link provided below to view a brief video showcasing my painting technique for Sprout's portrait.
I framed Sprout's painting with this now discontinued Highfield frame. It was chosen for this portrait as the colours were muted and does not overpower the monochromatic nature of the painting. Additionally, the silver inner trim provides a striking contrast that adds a touch of elegance to the artwork.
In loving memory of Sprout
2013 - 2021
2013 - 2021
