Alisha of 2HoundsDesign and I have worked together for years now. One of our projects has been the annual design of a custom collar and accessories to raise money for Hope for Hounds (an organization currently in transition). Hope for Hounds has been a leading fundraiser for Dr. Couto’s dedicated work on cancer in dogs, with … Read More “So Stylish, and yet so Helpful!”
I have gone back and forth over the last few years: Keep graphics on my menu of services vs. concentrate on portraiture. On the one hand, I want to grow and develop my skills and career as a fine artist, which argues for being exclusive to the non-commercial work. On the other hand, sometimes … Read More “Split Personality: Graphics & Portraits”
Shawn in the spotlight Shawn on Dewey Beach This portrait has been gestating since … Oh my … April, 2008! Kelly won a portrait by me in a raffle, way back when, and we never did pin down just who was going to get the treatment. Kelly finally decided Shawn would take center stage, we … Read More “Spring Forward”
Belling Hamster© Xan Blackburn 2012 That’s pretty graphic, wouldn’t you say? Well, it’s a graphic, anyway. Projects all have gaps in them, some longer than others, so I like to keep a few going at a time. Keeps me fresh and working if I hit a block wall in one area, too. As fate would … Read More “Warning! Graphic Pictures! ;)”
See a difference around here?I just finished my web re-design. Tell me what you think! Go take a look at my website and give me some feedback, okay? Okay, now I can work on Petey some more! Reminder! Make sure you’re ready to bid on the SEVEN ARTIST Pet Portrait Artist Auction starting on April … Read More “Keeping it fresh!”
“Play Bough”Limited Edition holiday card for 2011©Xan Blackburn, 2011 With thanks to Rebecca Forrest for the concept, I had a lot of fun painting this image. The fawn greyhound reminds me of my own Brilly, who was a handy model. This really is a limited edition! I had a small number printed, and when they’re … Read More “They’re HERE! Limited Edition Holiday Cards”
Lego (Allagante Mai Tai Davan, FCH, OTRC, SRC) Okay, I really want to hear from you if you are a silken owner, or admirer, or maybe just now found out what they are. My next push is to get some silken windhound art together for sale at an event in July. That means a few … Read More “New Project: Silken Windhounds”
I thought I’d let you all peek behind the curtain a little more into what else goes on in my studio. No worries! I’ll be getting back to Nikki’s painting as soon as I finish writing this post. I’ve been working on a trade show display for my husband. His water treatment business has been … Read More “Other Irons in the Fire”
