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Friday, April 22, 2011

Paint Party Friday—a Boy—er,uh… Man and his dog


8" x 8" Pencil




Who among us can look at a fluffy, soft as a powder puff little kitten or a sweet sleeping puppy and not get all warm and fuzzy inside?  Even the brawniest and manliest of men cannot at least crack a smile when the little puppy runs to meet him at the door.

This is the same little puppy that chewed the corner of the sofa.  Yes, he is the one who piddled on the floor four times in one day.  And I bet he didn’t make it to dog-hood without chewing up at least one of his owner’s favorite shoes.

This week I decided to sketch my rambunctious little Jack Russell in one of the moments that makes me believe it’s all worthwhile, for dog and husband!

What....the birds are laying already colored eggs?  Happy Easter everyone!!!

ACEO  in Pencil


Be sure to check out all the other wonderful submissions in this week's Paint Party, I sure will!




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40 comments:

  1. HeatherApril 22, 2011 at 5:11 AM

    Cyrstal,
    your detail work in the first one is just AMAZING!!!!!! the face on your husband is like a photo - you've captured it so well! you are so good, I hope you know that!!!!!
    i like the colored egg, in the nest to! i can get lost in the details of painting nests! so fun!
    have a great day my friend!!!!

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  2. maddyroseApril 22, 2011 at 5:20 AM

    Crystal, these are both amazing pieces. I especially like the first and bet your hubby loves it too. You really do capture the moment in your work. If I had half of your talent I'd be over the moon.

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  3. Craftymoose CraftsApril 22, 2011 at 5:21 AM

    I love the colored bird's eggs--Have a great weekend!

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  4. MarleneApril 22, 2011 at 5:39 AM

    Crystal, these are both awesome! The first one is so adorable and you caught the emotion perfectly. Love the detail in the nest and the texture of it all. You are very talented.

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  5. SHERI COOKApril 22, 2011 at 6:10 AM

    Both works are great but I really enjoyed the colored eggs in the nest! Clever! Happy PPF!

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  6. Valerie-JaelApril 22, 2011 at 6:12 AM

    Love that pic of the boy and his pup! I remember how my place looked after bringing up all 8 puppies of my Scruffy! Happy PPF! Valerie

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  7. UnknownApril 22, 2011 at 6:31 AM

    oh wow!!!! these are super pieces....I love them both....but that nest!!! one of my favorites!!!

    Happy Good Friday and Happy PPF!!!!

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  8. ChristineApril 22, 2011 at 7:27 AM

    thanks for sharing your wonderful work! The first one captures that bond between man and pet. And happy Easter!

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  9. NellyApril 22, 2011 at 7:30 AM

    You have wonderful texture in all of your work. Doesn't everyone have the same stories about puppies...to funny. Very cute idea with the birds nest of colored eggs. Just love your post today!

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  10. Lee PierceApril 22, 2011 at 8:02 AM

    Crystal - both are great work! Who doesn't love a puppy? Just precious :-)

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  11. Morph WaffleApril 22, 2011 at 8:23 AM

    They're both so wonderful. I LOVE the hair and hoodie on the first one and the eggs are soo pretty and the nest is great!

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  12. GlorV1April 22, 2011 at 8:48 AM

    Hi Crystal. Love your paintings, both are great pieces. Who couldn't love a puppie. I sure do. Thanks for sharing. Happy Easter and PPF!

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  13. AnonymousApril 22, 2011 at 9:22 AM

    Hi Crystal. Loving all your work, and especially the portrait of your husband and puppy. I'll bet your puppy is over the moon cute! Right? How can you be mad at him? I once had a beagle and when he was a pup he chewed a hole in my kitchen floor. Back then it was linoleum, but I couldn't believe he did that!
    Have a Happy Easter and give your pup a kiss on the nose from me. :-)

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  14. Tammie LeeApril 22, 2011 at 9:40 AM

    both are charming and tender. I love that you put one different colored egg in the nest.

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  15. Jaime HaneyApril 22, 2011 at 9:45 AM

    I love your style with colored pencil. What a moment you've captured with the puppy and hubs, so special. Is the Easter bunny in the trees now? love it, isn't it great to be an artist who can make anything happen on paper that you want? Happy PPF!

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  16. ToniApril 22, 2011 at 10:26 AM

    Wonderful attention to detail. The puppy and the hubby, so sweet! And you're right, who doesn't get all warm and fuzzy at the sight of a cute little fur ball?!

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  17. MelisaApril 22, 2011 at 11:11 AM

    The puppy painting is so, so adorable! I miss when mine were little and cuddly like that. Really pretty eggs, too. That would save a step on Easter morning, LOL.

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  18. Sacred YoliApril 22, 2011 at 11:16 AM

    Beautiful. I love the detail on all the light and shading.

    Have a wonderful Easter!
    Yoli

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  19. Pam TuckerApril 22, 2011 at 12:25 PM

    Crystal, I LOVE these paintings! The puppy painting is simply amazing. I can't get over all of the detail in this little area. Beautiful work! Your eggs are so colorful. Just gorgeous! :)

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  20. NettyApril 22, 2011 at 12:33 PM

    Oh wow your hubby and puppy art piece is just perfect, you are so very talented......great nest as well. Happy Easter, Annette x

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  21. Kat SlomaApril 22, 2011 at 12:53 PM

    What a beautiful moment you captured in the first drawing. And your words describe puppy-hood perfectly! Happy Paint Party Friday!

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  22. Magic Love CrowApril 22, 2011 at 1:03 PM

    Happy Easter Crystal and thanks for sharing two beautiful works of art! Take Care!

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  23. Paula - Buenos AiresApril 22, 2011 at 1:06 PM

    How sweet, warm, fuzzy this scene is! Awesome detail.

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  24. lenoracleApril 22, 2011 at 1:12 PM

    Aw that is soooo heartwarming! Love the drawing, fantastic. (Love the eggs too - yay Easter!)

    Your work with colored pencil is great, I haven't used them in a while I might pick them up again.

    Happy PPF!

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  25. UnknownApril 22, 2011 at 1:22 PM

    I love both of these- the contrast between man and pup is wonderful- so tender and your Easter egg nest is fab!
    Gorgeous work- as always!
    Happy PPF,
    Stephanie

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  26. Anne ButeraApril 22, 2011 at 2:44 PM

    Lovely drawing of your husband and dog. So sweet.

    And your nest is lovely.

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  27. peggy gattoApril 22, 2011 at 3:35 PM

    So fresh, love your style!

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  28. AnnabelleApril 22, 2011 at 4:35 PM

    Ah, yes the beauty of life and it's foils ......we must look at the bright side of things, really! Adore the first picture, very connecting with what is truly important.You captured it beautifully and the nest as well ...Happy Easter : )

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  29. Kristin DudishApril 22, 2011 at 6:52 PM

    Such beautiful pieces :)

    It is definitely a good thing those mischievous critters are so cute!

    You have some very talented birds too ;)

    Have a wonderful weekend!
    xo
    Kristin

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  30. angelselfApril 22, 2011 at 8:57 PM

    Aw, your portrait is the sweetest. Excellent and realistic, those details on the hands are gorgeous..and puppy is precious!! Kathryn

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  31. LeoviApril 22, 2011 at 9:03 PM

    Great colors and delicious, I love them both, both the portrait and eggs. Greetings

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  32. Andrea CApril 23, 2011 at 12:11 AM

    fantastic work, how very talented you are x

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  33. AnonymousApril 23, 2011 at 3:35 AM

    This is adorable! I can see the puppy love coming out of the picture! I love your desctiption of all the little things puppies do that puppy parents tolerate because of the wonderful rewards and unconditional love we get in return!

    Happy Easter.

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  34. Lynn StevensApril 23, 2011 at 9:16 AM

    This just makes me go AWE..... nothing sweeter then a pup and a tender moment with the master. your colored eggs are awesome too!
    Have a lovely easter

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  35. VictoriaApril 24, 2011 at 6:54 PM

    Wow....Love it..Gorgeous work...stunning..the dog is so adorable...and the eggs are gorgeous..shine on..beautiful work!
    Victoria~

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  36. EVAApril 25, 2011 at 7:31 AM

    Love the man and adorable puppy!

    And beautiful nest!!

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  37. Carrie Waller WatercolorsApril 25, 2011 at 8:23 AM

    Beautiful works Crystal!! Love the portrait, so Norman Rockwell!! And what festive birdies you have in your hood:)

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  38. Jenn BowerApril 25, 2011 at 8:37 AM

    Happy Easter, Crystal. Really wonderful work, as usual. I love the back story too. You are so right, we love them despite all the naughtiness. You magically captured such a loving and tender moment.
    I love the colored bird eggs. We have some tiny house wrens nesting in an empty flower pot in my courtyard - not colorful eggs but fun to peek in and watch nature unfold. It is humbling to me - the beauty in watching them. I am in awe of the simple beauty of their nest. How do they get it so smooth inside?

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  39. Heather FoustApril 25, 2011 at 4:26 PM

    I am a little late this week. Better a little late then never! Right!
    Your pieces are wonderful!!! I love the little puppy! So cute. And your nest is so clever!!

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  40. ger chouinardApril 25, 2011 at 8:48 PM

    LOVE both your PPF pieces! Like to visit your blog. Easter eggs are awesome. I'll be back soon! Thx for the inspiration.

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As always thanks for you comments!