Thursday, 26 May 2011

The Alphabet Paintings: M

So, I've reached M in the alphabet..

and there could only be one painting, or I'd never be forgiven :)
I tried to paint her in a more painterly, softer approach and whilst I'm satisfied, I'd still be pleased to hear your opinions and critiques. 

M is for Missy


She'll also be added to my painting website HERE
Enjoy browsing :)
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44 comments:

  1. Unknown26 May 2011 at 02:53

    Yes Pat, you definitely had to do this one! This is a really lovely painting of Missy. Nice fresh colours. You've captured her mischievous expression very well !

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  2. Pat26 May 2011 at 02:55

    Thanks, Michael.
    I am getting more and more enamoured of looser, more expressive work :) So glad you liked her xx

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  3. Judy26 May 2011 at 03:50

    Of course M is for Missy!
    Her portrait is perfect, she must be very pleased! I love it!

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  4. Pat26 May 2011 at 04:29

    Thanks, Judy!
    We all love it too :) xx

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  5. Anamaria do Val26 May 2011 at 04:45

    Pat, I once said you should paint with the right brain. Not quite so. Sorry, I should have said that your painting could be looser, like this one! Congratulations, this is a very expressive portrait! Missy deserves it, she is a sweetheart. xx

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  6. Pat26 May 2011 at 04:50

    Anamaria, you did a great job before of explaining yourself, especially as English isn't your first language. So no need to apologise.

    It was doing the realistic abstract that made me realise I could adapt parts of it to make an expressive portrait.
    I'm glad you love it too :) xx

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  7. Maria's Watercolor26 May 2011 at 04:56

    Pat, this is perfect, you did such a nice job with suggesting the hair pattern, without painting every hair, (which I so often get lured into!), you captured such great expression.

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  8. Pat26 May 2011 at 05:04

    Thanks, Maria. Its taken me a long time to not get sucked in too :)
    I'm glad I've finally got there - and very glad you love her portrait too :) xx

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  9. Sadami26 May 2011 at 05:15

    Hi, Pat&Missy,
    Ah~~~~~!!!!! So, cute!!Her eyes and face expression are well done. Technically, dogs were not easy unless I handled fur in a loose style as once I had dogs and sketched them. Be kind to yourself.
    Please give Missy special "Pat," "Pat."
    Cheers&Hugs, Sadami

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  10. Pat26 May 2011 at 05:20

    Thanks, Sadami - glad you think she's well done :)
    I'm usually critical of my own work, because I want to improve. Not in a beat-myself-up way, but more a could-do-better way :)

    Which dogs did you have? xx

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  11. Ann Buckner26 May 2011 at 05:20

    Love it, Pat! I bet Missy enjoys looking at herself. :D

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  12. Pat26 May 2011 at 05:24

    Thanks Ann. :) xx

    It was painted at art club last night and when I took it out of my bag, Missy had to sniff it - and the edge of the paper got a lick :lol:

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  13. Anonymous26 May 2011 at 05:53

    Of course M is Missy!
    This is very beautiful painted Pat. I love it.

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  14. Pat26 May 2011 at 05:55

    Thanks, Renske - so glad you love her too :) xx

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  15. Crystal Cook26 May 2011 at 06:03

    Pat this is wonderful! She is beautiful and looks and feels just like her. I wouldn't change a thing. I really love the way you've caught the little hairs on her face.

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  16. Pat26 May 2011 at 07:30

    thanks, Crystal. I think its probably the prettiest Missy portrait I've done :) xx

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  17. Studio at the Farm26 May 2011 at 08:01

    Wonderful, Pat! You have captured Missy so well!!

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  18. Pat26 May 2011 at 08:03

    thanks, Kathryn xx

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  19. Ross Lynem26 May 2011 at 08:05

    Yes, i have to agree with all of the above. She is lovely. I like the painterly style and how nice and loose you've kept this. You becoming quite the master of these little puppies. Thanks for visiting my blog too. It is always a pleasure to see you there and to see what you are up to Pat. Blessings always. Ross

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  20. Pat26 May 2011 at 08:12

    Thanks Ross. I'm quite pleased with the painterly look.
    I love coming to see your work, its gorgeous!
    love and blessings to you xx

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  21. Nil Catalano26 May 2011 at 08:16

    But it is clear that M was reserved for our beloved Missy.
    I loved Pat, worked very well managing the volume of white hairs.
    The look on Missy's love of anyone.
    Congratulations

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  22. Pat26 May 2011 at 08:59

    Thanks, Nil. xx
    She is our beloved, that's for sure. So glad you enjoyed the painting :)

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  23. Cora26 May 2011 at 09:31

    Pat I like your loose style, Missy is so lovely in that painting. Thank you for not forgetting to visit my blog despite my long absence. God bless!

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  24. Conchi26 May 2011 at 09:54

    Hebiera sido imperdanable que estando en la M ,no pintaras a esa preciosidad que tienes por mascota.
    Para mí es perfecta la sensación que das a la pintura.
    Además se parece muchísimo.
    Besazos.

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  25. Miss Hillbilly26 May 2011 at 11:08

    Would you just look at that smile and that completely kissable nose?!

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  26. Pat26 May 2011 at 12:44

    Thanks, Cora, Conchi and Tonya.
    She's one special girl and I'm glad you think I did her justice :) xx

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  27. Jane26 May 2011 at 14:09

    So loose and yet so full of expression...the mischievous Missy expression! Excellent painting, and I agree with everyone , that you painted the hair fabulously without accentuating anything.

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  28. Pat26 May 2011 at 14:25

    Thanks, Jane!
    She really is that expressive - as you know when you've seen her photo posts :)
    Glad you think I made an excellent job of the painting :) xx

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  29. Dora Sislian Themelis26 May 2011 at 17:16

    Lovely work on Missy's portrait in this style, Pat. Suggesting her fur worked!

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  30. csjones3326 May 2011 at 18:15

    Pat she is absolutely perfect! I'm loving the loose technique--it's so you. And again her eyes and ears just so real--perfect, can't wait to see her framed!

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  31. Pat27 May 2011 at 01:05

    Thanks, Dora. I think her fur worked well too :) xx

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  32. Pat27 May 2011 at 01:06

    Thanks Sharon.
    I'm glad you like the style and think the painting's perfect - you know the Chief so well, its good to hear you think I've got her right! xx

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  33. Junibears27 May 2011 at 01:21

    How frustrating when you can't leave comments! hope this one works Pat.
    A beautiful painting of Missy. She looks such an adorable little dog. My Corey is 10 now and seems to be getting more affectionate with old age!
    Hugs June xx

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  34. Pat27 May 2011 at 02:54

    Tonya blogged about comment problems.. very odd, isn't it June. Luckily this one is here. So glad you like the painting and that you too have the affection of a little one around you through the day :) xx

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  35. Tito27 May 2011 at 04:45

    Hi Pat, this watercolor is really wonderful! Missy is beautiful and looks adorable. Ciao!

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  36. Carmen27 May 2011 at 12:59

    How pretty is Missy!. Pat, you've painted a remarkable way. Very expressive. Congratulations!

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  37. Ann27 May 2011 at 18:04

    But of course Missy would be your subject for M, and a lovely subject she is too. The painting is wonderful.

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  38. Mermaid's Palette27 May 2011 at 21:55

    Love the painterly style you used- she looks great!

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  39. sandie28 May 2011 at 03:00

    I agree with the previous comments, I like the looser painting - there is enough information for the viewer to know that there is fur, without having to put in every detail. But the best thing about this painting is the character that you have captured - it's not just any dog, it's Missy !

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  40. Pat29 May 2011 at 05:22

    Thanks, Tito. She's about the prettiest dog I've seen, and has such a knowing way about her. I'm glad you like the painting xx

    Thanks, Carmen. I'm trying to be more expressive in my paint, so happy you think I am getting there! xx

    Thank you Ann, glad you think the painting is wonderful xx

    Thanks Sheryl - you're very kind xx

    thanks, Sandie yes, she is a great character - and I'm glad you think I have captured that ! :) xx

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  41. Angelsdoor * Penny29 May 2011 at 11:01

    Hi Pat
    What a great job you have done.. What a sweet pup.. Very expressive.
    Thank you for coming by and your kind words.
    Blessings,
    Penny

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  42. Arianna30 May 2011 at 08:56

    Beautiful portrait of a lovely friend! Arianna

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  43. Cristina Dalla Valentina2 June 2011 at 14:05

    Lovely and cute Missy!

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  44. Unknown8 June 2011 at 11:26

    Well I think Missy is great! And she looks so happy;o)

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