COMMENTS:
"Turning Images into Heirlooms"
- Shelly Burden-Portrait Artist
- "Portraits can evoke strong emotions; this makes them a challenge but also gives them their charm. Whether working by commission from your favorite photo(s) or painting my own originals; my graphite and watercolor portraits are noted for their detailed and captivating expressions." Shelly
Sassy Smudges Pet Portfolio and Product Portfolio links:
"Perseverance"
5x7" ink/watercolor $85.
"Intent Lounging"
11x14" watercolor. This painting was juried into and is currently on display in a pet art show. Available for purchase. $200.
Looks even better in person! For Sale: "Riley"
"Riley" 16 x 20" watercolor on canvas. $400. framed, $350. unframed (8x10" Print $20)
For Sale: "Young King"
"Young King" 18x24" Watercolor on canvas. $400. framed, $350. unframed (8x10" Print $20.)
For Sale: "The Dancer"
8x10" Pastel Painting. $170. framed. $150. unframed.
Westie
For the lab lover in your life...
Horse wip
Getting closer to completion...
Horse Finished!
The original is spoken for but prints (8x10" for $20) and Notecards (5/$10) are available of this image.
Rosco
Energetic looking little muff, isn't he? (not for sale, private collection)
Sadie
Memorial portrait- a beloved foster girl, commssioned by a Legacy Boxer Rescue volunteer.
Bean
Commissioned birthday gift of a shy but charming boy!
G-G
More "cloak and dagger"...this 8x10 curly furred beauty was a gift portrait!
Zeus and Amber
Zeus is done, Amber will soon lose her blank look to paint, but shh, don't let out the secret. This 16x20" portrait of 2 cuddly fur kids is a gift.
Zeus and Amber finished
Just love those jowls and adoring expressions! Under Ambers watchful gaze, Zeus mentors the pups his "parents" foster with Legacy Boxer Rescue. More information about the breed can be found at www.savetheboxers.com
Molly & Amy
"2 adorable pups in an 8x10" double pet portrait being given as a gift."
WINNER: "The Magic of Mardi Gras"
1 of 3 paintings awarded by the judges at the The Lancaster Art Show/Sale! Won 1st place in it's division by judges of the MCFA Show! :O)
Bailey
Kerbey
Bailey & Kerbey are commissioned Sassy Smudge portraits.
WINNER: "Lady"
Judged 3rd in its catagory at the "Unconditional Love Pet Art Show" NFS
Tara's Charlie
4x6" Painting. Now resides in a private collection but cards and art magnets available.
"Green Eyes"
4x6" Painting. Cards and prints available of this image.
"A"
What a cutie!
"Coach"
Shhhh, it's a gift!
"Fannie"
First wip for Jane and Frank- isn't she adorable?
"Fannie and Rufus"
Pampered pups!
"Lillian's Maddie"
"Curious kitten"
Cards, prints and fridge magnets available in the Product Portfolio.
"Pensive"
"Won 3rd at an art show with this image- between the lighting and the expression, it was a charm to do."
"RM"
This little wonder is only hours old! What a special Aunt to give such a thoughtful keepsake gift.
"TJ"
"M"
ORIGINAL WORKS:
"Venice Window" A miniature watercolor painting.
"Dreamer"
PROGRESSION:
"MDB wip #1"
"Kind of like it as is...maybe I should stop here?"
"MDB wip #2"
"carrying on..."
"MDB finished"
"Done...but still like the style of the first wip. :o0 Will be working in that realm again."
COMMISSION PRICING INFO:
LINKS WORTH THE LOOK:
- Wendy Berkett- quality homemade fleece Pet Snuggle sacks/beds your fur baby will love!
- Rita Kovacs- endearing pencil creations all can relate to.
- Natures Select pet food/supplies- Superior quality pet food delivered to your door.
- Mike Sibley-pet portrait artist/author
- I Love Grapevine- extremely informative local site.
- Heather Sheppard- diverse artist from down under
21 Comments:
Hi Shelly. Your portraits are phenominal! Great work!
Rochelle
Great work, Shelly. Will make sure R & J see them when next they are over. I like the partially finished ones - gives an sense of dreaminess. Looking forward to seeing the web site grow.
Gayle
Everything works for me Shelly.
Shelly,
Your work is outstanding, very talented!
Diane C
Beautiful drawings Shelly. Your precise and detailed artwork is a pleasure to view.
Rita
Thanks for looking guys! :o )
And for your encouraging words.
WOW! You blew us away! Great artistic talent.
Danny & Heather
Love your work, you did a great job with my children
Dawn
Hey Shel,
Great blog....thanks for including Max! It's about time the world gets to see your talent!
S
Shelly,
Love your blogspot, your portraits are so life like, your an awesome artist.
Diane C
Shelly, Absolutely fantastic.... Knew you had talent when you were about 10 drawing cartoons in bed one Sat. AM...Can't wait to see more.
Aunt Deb
Danny & Heather- Thanks guys. GO FLAMES!
Dawn-they were fun to do-you have great kids! Thank you for your continued support.
S-with your zoo I could build a portfolio! And will...now who's next? :o )
Diane C-Thanks, I enjoy your work as well.
Abbydabby-Thanks for looking- I remember that! You wanted to sleep in (LOL. It was always fun visiting you in the big city.
I work in Jims office as an assistant, all of us here in the office loved the cards that Jim handed out for Christmas. I just had to check out your website and all of us here think your work is AMAZING!!!!
Shelly,
I also work in the office with Jim and I was fortunate enough to see the picture cards that you did at Christmas. I would like to meet with you. I would love to have a portrait of my husband and myself done. I already have the photo I think would be great. I would like to hang it in the house. Thanks for sharing your talent. Wanda Faye Brown
wandafayerobinson@yahoo.com
Beautiful Blog Shelly. You've done a great job designing it. It's always nice to see your art work grouped together like this.
Very talented indeed.
Shelly, the clarity and intuition of your vision and character shine through each of these works of art. wishing you the continued blessing of your gift of portraying life as you live it- to the fullest!! Love always,
Twilah
Shelly,
Thank you so much for your awesome work on my two beautiful babies! I can NOT believe how much you have captured not only their likeness but also their personalities in your work. I truly treasure what you have given me and I can not wait to share your work with all of my friends so they too can have such a timeless, precious, keepsake. You are amazing!!!
Stacy Heath
The Christmas cards featuring my six dogs, parrot, and ferret are a big hit! Thanks for the exceptional work and likenesses you achieved! They are a real "family" portrait that I'm sure my friends and family will remember!
Anonymous
Shelly you truely have magic in your hands. You have a way of bringing to life a photograph and you captured the essence of my dogs.Your work is FABULOUS.
Beverly
I always love looking at your artwork Shelly! Great job!
Mary
Great website and I love the portrait paintings, especially adorable baby. Have bookmarked your page and will definitely come back. Thanks for sharing!
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