This is my latest painting, she is my inspiration right know. Grace keeps me laughing and on my toes, I never know what she is going to do next. This spring when the phlox were blooming on my retaining wall she decided it was a great place for a nap.
As I worked in the garden I notice every time I walk back in forth she would raise her eyes to watch me walk by. Which I found interesting because I was 20 feet away from her and the wall, Grace is stone deaf.
I loved the composition, the contrast between her black and white coat and the phlox. Everything was as they say, pretty as a picture so I decided that would be my next painting.
When you look at this painting unfold you can see how a very ruff under painting became the work of art it is today. Enjoy this painting of Grace. She truly is a gift to all that know and love her.
Finished Painting
The day started out beautiful I had to take some pictures with my phone when I walked the dogs. As you can see Grace could careless that I have to get moving. She is just happy to get a walk, she has no clue that I’m up at this time so her and Sparkle can get taken care of before I leave. 
Next pictures are the ones I took at the show.
I am so blessed to have my sister with me this year, Shane is so big now.
We had such a great time, the students can’t wait until we do this again. I would like to thank the library for this opportunity. I wish I had more time and money to devote to getting my gallery open.