Steve and Gayle are artists in their own right. I’ve been honored to be asked by their friends to do two memorial portraits for them (Sadie, and Katie), so when their daughter, Rachel, asked me to do another of the legendary Alex, I was thrilled. I had a crush on him that was tragic: I never … Read More ““Alex”: A Christmas Story”
Timber (borzoi) 8″ x 10″ acrylic on canvas panel © Xan Blackburn 2014
“Cole” (greyhound) 8″ x 10″ acrylic on panel, © Xan Blackburn
“Sasha” 8″ x 10″, acrylic on Claybord, © Xan Blackburn
“Sushi” 8″ x 10″ acrylic on Claybord, © Xan Blackburn Sushi! Isn’t sushi supposed to be something created quickly, from fresh ingredients, beautifully presented? Well, Sushi’s portrait took me a whole week, but, I hope she presents well anyway. I’m pleased! Sushi is a breed mixed to perfection for her active family. They take her on … Read More “Sushi, #6 in the Portrait Marathon”
“Cash”8” x 10″acrylic on canvas panel© Xan Blackburn Chris’ greyhound, Cash, at age 10, is on her second life! That’s pretty good for a spooky grey, I’d say! She had a bad reaction to routine shots, actually died, but was brought back to life – a modern-day miracle! And, a gorgeous, blue-brindle gal, to boot. … Read More “#4: Cash’s Portrait”
