tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-52296156348379973912024-03-26T23:37:32.773-07:00DawgArtThe Pet Portraiture and Animal Artwork of Alicia VanNoy CallDawgArthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09337598546876420600noreply@blogger.comBlogger131125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5229615634837997391.post-74830891446196239702021-01-31T14:18:00.004-08:002021-01-31T14:18:48.987-08:00<p> Sooooo... it’s been like.. five years since I did a blog post. I was thinking blogs aren’t really a thing anymore. Right? This blog used to stand in for a real website (because I don’t code and can’t design a real website), but now I have a cute <a href="https://ko-fi.com/dawgart" target="_blank">link list</a> as a landing page, so this blog is kind defunct. But there’s some good info here, like FAQs and stuff for students to write reports so I guess I shouldn’t deactivate it. Plus a social media expert told me I should be posting on my blog and sharing that on Pinterest? Damn... another thing to get on top of. I suppose there are a lot of changes besides just my new landing page. In the past year I’ve set up a <a href="https://www.patreon.com/DawgArt" target="_blank">Patreon</a> for DawgArt (we’ve already been able to donate artwork to two charities since I set it up), <a href="https://dawgpainter.myshopify.com/" target="_blank">started a new shop</a> for my digital art, oh, and I PICKED UP DIGITAL ART. Here are some examples:</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJj8t4xGqamMibswSzrbjIR0pehcwf1SNvw00s5oXnU6J6m-Bo1Zfzj8qS0ymlj0o5WA4fa4seokdF4quKAA7BbGl9F4nRe3G2xY6sxc_6reWFS8OLp2tA6vtIvJ_y5f8CWCpVSQjKA8AT/s756/282D8558-69DA-4FB8-BC45-16C4747F634E.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="756" data-original-width="750" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJj8t4xGqamMibswSzrbjIR0pehcwf1SNvw00s5oXnU6J6m-Bo1Zfzj8qS0ymlj0o5WA4fa4seokdF4quKAA7BbGl9F4nRe3G2xY6sxc_6reWFS8OLp2tA6vtIvJ_y5f8CWCpVSQjKA8AT/s320/282D8558-69DA-4FB8-BC45-16C4747F634E.jpeg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The end goal of learning digital (a process that started in art school) is really so I can get to the point where I can wear snarky t-shirts that I design myself and release a snarky coloring book. Those are literally my two goals with digital. I’m already doing the first one, and I’ve started the process on the second.</div><p></p><p>Hi. Thanks for reading. I love you. <a href="https://www.patreon.com/DawgArt" target="_blank">JOIN MY PATREON.</a> Bye.</p>DawgArthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09337598546876420600noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5229615634837997391.post-73176992275712890212016-10-04T21:42:00.001-07:002021-01-31T13:43:31.643-08:00Do you want a custom painting?<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Was that too many exclamation points? I think so. Cleanse yourself of the overuse of exclamation points by seeing the cute dogs and their paintings. (Also cats.)<br />
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Seriously though. The waiting list is filling up for the holidays.</div>
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Once it's full, you'll be out of luck (actually you'll be able to order a gift certificate, but wouldn't you rather give a painting?) and nobody wants to be out of luck. Be lucky! Have all the luck! Oh no the exclamation points are back. <a href="https://ko-fi.com/dawgart" target="_blank">Order today!</a></div>DawgArthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09337598546876420600noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5229615634837997391.post-62176764247870075502016-03-12T12:23:00.000-08:002016-03-12T16:07:32.624-08:00Art Theft, Misunderstandings, and New Friends<div class="" data-block="true" data-offset-key="3viri-0-0" style="background-color: white; color: #141823; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 18px; white-space: pre-wrap;">
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<span data-offset-key="3viri-0-0">I just found an artist had copied my work and sold it locally. When I first saw the image of him standing proudly with his painting and offering it for sale on a neighborhood FB page, my heart sank.</span></div>
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<span data-offset-key="3viri-0-0">Since I have worked for over a decade on building a recognizable brand, you can understand how annoying it is to have my work stolen and sold overseas (China sells tons of DawgArt prints without my permission) and pilfered by artists here in the U.S. I'll come back to this local artist in a moment.</span><br />
When I was in art school, I did a lot of what were called 'master copies' or 'studies'. This is when an artist will find a painting they would like to copy as a learning exercise, to practice style, composition, paint application, etc. It's actually a very valuable learning tool. I advise any budding artists to make as many master copies as possible. It's the best way to learn from people who know what they're doing. BUT, to sell prints of those paintings, or to take credit for them, is wrong.<br />
When I was a student in 2011, I found a lovely equine painting by Annrika James, and completed a study of the painting as part of a media techniques class.</div>
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And here's my copy:</div>
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Obvi, hers is better. It has more verve, better paint application, better color. It's probably oil, and it probably wasn't 8x10 inches. But I don't actually know that much about it, because there isn't a large body of work by the artist available online. As far as I know. And I TRIED to find out.</div>
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My study turned out okay. I like it. I actually had a lot of people ask me if they could buy a print of the piece. Obviously, I never sold prints of the painting. Because it wasn't mine. The image belongs to Ms. James.</div>
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Another time, when I was in school, our teacher had us do a painting of a statue, as an exercise in value rendering. I legitimately thought the statue we were painting was an Ancient Grego-Roman piece of artwork. So when I finished the painting, which I thought was pretty cool, I sold prints of it. Later, I was contacted by an artist who was a little put out that I was selling copies of his work. He explained that the statue was a digital render (not a real live statue, but pixels only, and AMAZING because I thought it was real) and my painting was too close of a copy for him to feel comfortable with me selling his work. He asked that I remove any print listings and provide an accurate attribution. I did so immediately</div>
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Fast forward to almost exactly five years to now. I've had many people copy my DawgArt paintings and sell them, or manufacture prints of my paintings without my permission and sell them. OUCH. I even had one animal rescue organization ask me for a donation for their annual art show and when they invited me to look at an online album of their 2015 art show, look what I found in their album:</div>
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And just to refresh your memory, or if you haven't pored over ever single painting I've ever done ;), here's the original:</div>
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I pointed it out to the donation solicitor in my reply email and she said, "I don't even know what to say." Since it was a donation to charity (something I do a lot), what could I really say about it? I look at it as a master copy. They aren't selling prints after all. And the rescue had nothing to do with it.</div>
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<span data-offset-key="femsm-0-0">So, back to the artist I ran across today, selling copies of my work. I'm not talking about copying my style, which I don't even consider to be a thing. There are hundreds of artists, if not thousands, around the world, painting animals in arbitrary color. I know a few of them. I'm talking about looking at a painting I made and painting a copy of that painting, using the same colors, etc., onto a new substrate and selling it. Granted, this artist did add his own flair in the background, but the subject dog was recognizably copied from DawgArt. </span></div>
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<span data-offset-key="femsm-0-0">I ran through the post comments, finding lots of requests for custom paintings. Blergh. I commented in the post that the art was a copy of mine, and added the original image. Then I visited his art page, found ANOTHER painting that was copied from DawgArt, and I messaged him, kindly asking him to please give credit where credit was due. I didn't ask him to stop selling the work, only to give me credit and to let people know about DawgArt.</span></div>
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<span data-offset-key="femsm-0-0">I'm in the habit of assuming the best of people, and giving people the benefit of the doubt, so obviously while my message was worded in a way to brook no misunderstanding, I wasn't nasty about it. I subscribe to the philosophy of abundant thinking, in life, and in the art community. (Want to know more about these ideas and how they apply to the art industry? Follow one of my art profs, <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/willterryart" target="_blank">Will Terry</a>.) I think we all learn from each other, and I think there is a place for everyone.</span></div>
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<span data-offset-key="femsm-0-0">So guess how this artist responded? He was humble, gracious, and apologetic. He explained that three possible clients sent him photos of my work, and asked him to reproduce it for payment. One of the images he received could have easily had the watermark removed and as for the other, I found a source that it could have been pulled from that had NO watermark. (My mistake.) He said he did not realize that these images belonged to anyone and pulled the For Sale post from the neighborhood FB page immediately. I explained to him what I've learned from years in the art industry, selling artwork by commission, and taking custom orders, as well as ideas about Fair Use and what is considered polite in the art community. He was very open to my requests and suggestions, and thanked me profusely for reaching out to him. We had a nice conversation on FB IM, and decided to keep in touch as friends.</span></div>
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Also, I was talking with Geary about my creative cycles and we hit on something very interesting about my most productive periods of the year, and in spite of painting on commission during those months, the holidays are my creatively fallow period. So I go a little radio silent during those times.<br />
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And to tide you over, I offer here a DawgArt image the likes of which have never been seen before!<br />
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Not really. You've seen stuff like this before from me. But look at this roly poly little guy posing with his portrait. Make you want your own, right? Portrait I mean, not dachshund. Or, I dunno, maybe you do want a dachshund. Then you could get it painted!<br />
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Anyway, love you guys and I'll check in again soon.DawgArthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09337598546876420600noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5229615634837997391.post-55077517849081703202015-11-30T18:46:00.000-08:002015-12-06T17:00:46.989-08:00Holiday Sale 2015<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Hey there, DawgArt fans and friends! Bet you were wondering when DawgArt would have its annual holiday sale. We could have taken advantage of the craziness of Black Friday, the growing popularity of Small Business Saturday, or the relatively new Cyber Monday. But we figured, why not give you a little longer to shop? Never fear -- the time is here.</div>
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Looking for that perfect gift for that special someone? Or even for yourself! This week only, get <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/dawgpainter?section_id=8031123" target="_blank">gift certificates</a> and <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/dawgpainter?section_id=8145963" target="_blank">original studio paintings</a>* in the DawgArt Etsy shop for 20% OFF. Just use this coupon code at checkout:<br />
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This sale has been extended, due to popular demand. Order your gift certificate today!<br />
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Gift certificates are a great way to present the joy of custom artwork, a one-of-a-kind and unforgettable gift! Gift certificates can be redeemed by the recipient for a custom pet portrait. The recipient will provide the photos of their pet and complete the process at their convenience. Gift certificates are 8.5 x 11 full-color, with examples of artwork, a customized message for your recipient, and instructions on how to complete the commission. I can even send you the image of the gift certificate through email, so that you can print it for gift giving at the last minute. Going through the commission process with DawgArt is fun and exciting, and makes a unique experience for your loved ones that will be capped off by a beautiful piece of artwork that will be treasured for years to come.</div>
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You can get 20% off the price of an original painting currently in the DawgArt studio. These are pieces I've painted for exhibitions, shows, and as parts of series. All original paintings are acrylic on canvas, created entirely with traditional methods by me in the studio. Perfect for the art collector, or fan of a specific breed.</div>
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<a href="http://www.mydogspot.info/about-us.html" target="_blank">My Dog Spot</a> in Pasadena, California is sponsoring the first DawgArt calendar. It will feature 12 colorful, all-new, DawgArt, pet-portrait paintings! A portion of the proceeds will, of course, go to charity: <a href="http://www.yorkierescueofamerica.org/" target="_blank">Yorkie Rescue of America</a> and <a href="http://www.catadoptiontails.org/" target="_blank">Southern California Cat Adoption Tails</a>.<br />
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The calendars are in preorder. <a href="http://www.mydogspot.info/about-us.html" target="_blank">Click here</a> (and scroll down) to order yours today!<br />
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See here the next piece in the DawgArt ABC series: Apricot Akita!</div>
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Fawn captured the heart of people everywhere with her beautiful spirit and inspirational story. You can read it <a href="http://woodstocksanctuary.org/meet-the-animals/cows/fawn/" target="_blank">here</a>. Or watch this <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yCuHyoOw9ds&list=UUtMqhA30EFXrQPunrtqWxVA" target="_blank">video</a>.</div>
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I created an original painting of Fawn, and DawgArt is having an art auction to help raise money for the direct care of the rescued animals at Woodstock Farm Sanctuary. Here's the painting:</div>
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If you don't have a budget for original art, you can buy a print. Proceeds from the sales of prints will go to Woodstock as well. <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/241973793" target="_blank">Here's the link to the DawgArt Etsy shop.</a></div>
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"My name is Alicia from Dawgart and this is a painting I made of Cecil the Lion. We are doing a fundraiser to raise money for the Wildlife Conservation Rescue Unit aka WildCru.org which is the program that was monitoring Cecil. We're going to donate 80% of the proceeds from the sale of this piece.</div>
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I hope to raise awareness. When you look at the numbers of how many are left it's staggering. Animals have a lot to teach us and their energy is so pure and vibrant and that’s what I try to capture on canvas. There’s been a lot of outrage over this incident. I’m the type of person that likes to propagate love instead of hate. That’s what my artwork is about. I would hope that instead of people rising up in hate, they would rise up together to accomplish a goal which would be to preserve these animals for future generations. The only way that we’re going to be able to save some of these species is if we make a concentrated effort to do so."<br />
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A beloved African lion named Cecil, who lived in the Hwange National Park, was illegally baited away from the park and killed on July 1st, 2015. Cecil, with his black-fringed mane, and the rest of his pride, have been studied by the <a href="http://www.wildcru.org/" target="_blank">Wildlife Conservation Research Unit</a> (WildCRU) in a program that has run since 1999. Cecil's movements have been monitored by tracking device as part of the study since 2008. Cecil's death has resulted in public outrage all over the world.<br />
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If you can't afford original art, you can get a print of Cecil's painting <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/242282931/rainbow-cecil-the-lion-animal-art-print" target="_blank">here in the Etsy shop</a>. A portion of the proceeds from the sale of prints will also be donated to WildCRU.</div>
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Those of you who have been waiting for the right time to get a DawgArt portrait, here it is! For two days only, custom paintings, preexisting paintings, and gift certificates in the DawgArt Etsy shop are 25% OFF. That's right. <br />
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To get your discount, simply use coupon code: DADDIO15 when you check out in the <a href="http://www.dawgpainter.etsy.com/" target="_blank">DawgArt Etsy shop</a>.<br />
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For those of you who would prefer not to go through Etsy, or want a size not available in the shop, click here for commission guidelines and then message me with questions.<br />
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<br />DawgArthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09337598546876420600noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5229615634837997391.post-39659932776838193842015-05-18T21:29:00.002-07:002015-05-18T21:29:59.521-07:00Happy DawgArt CustomersI always love getting snapshots from my clients featuring their pet and their new DawgArt portrait. Here's one that I got this past weekend.<br />
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This is Macie and she lives in New York. Check out that smile!<br />
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To find out how to order <i>your</i> custom painting, click <a href="http://www.dawgart.blogspot.com/p/commission-guidelines.html" target="_blank">here</a>!DawgArthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09337598546876420600noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5229615634837997391.post-28469974788137970952015-05-12T14:16:00.000-07:002015-05-12T14:16:25.720-07:00SALE! also, DawgArt in the Wild Announcement:<br />
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THE DAWGART SALE ENDS TOMORROW! CLICK <a href="http://www.dawgart.blogspot.com/2015/05/mothers-day-sale.html" target="_blank">HERE</a> FOR DETAILS!<br />
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So whenever I get photos from clients, customers, or people who happen upon DawgArt out in the world, I always get a little tickled.<br />
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Today, I got a link from <a href="http://www.vcahospitals.com/alaska-pet-care" target="_blank">VCA Alaska Pet Care Animal Hospital</a> to an awesome video. Awesome for two reasons. The first is that you can learn some valuable information about CPR for pets. Awesome also because you can see DawgArt on the walls!<br />
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Check it out <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IaRtN7jmDhM" target="_blank">here</a> or see embedded below:<br />
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Betcha didn't know DawgArt offers gift certificates. Visit the Etsy shop, choose the size of canvas you want for your favorite gal, add your custom message in the transaction notes, and don't forget to use the coupon code. You will get a customized gift certificate for a custom pet portrait emailed directly to your inbox. Print it out and you're good to go!<br />
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Your favorite mom can follow the instructions on the gift certificate at her convenience and be involved in the fun and exciting commission process. Her favorite pet will be immortalized on canvas, and you'll go down in history with the best Mother's Day gift. Ever.<br />
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With only a few days left until Mother's Day, this is the perfect last-minute gift for your favorite animal-loving mom/grandma/aunt/wife/sister/daughter.<br />
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Just use coupon code: WELOVEMOM15 in the <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/dawgpainter?section_id=8031123" target="_blank">DawgArt Etsy</a> shop when you check out!DawgArthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09337598546876420600noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5229615634837997391.post-9255428796014782222015-05-01T14:00:00.000-07:002015-05-01T14:00:01.540-07:00Bidding is Open on Dancing Nathan's Portraits!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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The bidding has opened on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/dancingnathan?_rdr" target="_blank">Dancing Nathan</a>'s DawgArt portraits! Read about the fundraiser <a href="http://dawgart.blogspot.com/2015/03/dancing-nathan-and-dawgart-fundraiser.html" target="_blank">here</a>.<br />
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Each painting is 16x20 inches, acrylic on canvas, and will come wired on the back and ready to hang. Proceeds will go to <a href="http://www.baldisbeautifuldogrescue.org/" target="_blank">Bald is Beautiful Dog Rescue</a> to help homeless animals. Spread the word and have fun bidding.<br />
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<a href="https://www.facebook.com/dancingnathan" target="_blank">Dancing Nathan</a> is the Chinese Crested, hairless, dancing dog who brought all sorts of awesome publicity to the rescue who gave him a second chance. See his dance moves <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KF43d5DofFM" target="_blank">here</a>.<br />
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DawgArt is the fine art brand created by Alicia VanNoy Call specializing in brightly colored pet portraits. I LOVE rescued animals, and I love the angels who work in animal rescue. I know their jobs are tough, having to deal with heart-breaking stories every day. I know that after people helping through adoption and awareness, rescues need money. That's where DawgArt comes in! I paint a portrait of a special rescued animal and we offer the painting for auction. Then the proceeds are donated to the rescue to help animals in need.<br />
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With a personality as bright as Nathan's, DawgArt and Bald is Beautiful thought my artwork would capture his vivacious spirit.<br />
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Here are his paintings, and they were so fun to make. What a personality this guy has!<br />
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Each painting is 16x20 inches, acrylic on canvas, We're going to offer both portraits for auction to raise funds for the rescued animals at Bald Is Beautiful. The paintings will be listed over on the <a href="http://www.dailypaintworks.com/artists/alicia-vannoy-call-5441" target="_blank">DawgArt DailyPaintWorks Gallery.</a> We're going to spend the week telling the world about the auction, before the paintings are available, to get everyone excited.<br />
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Get ready for the auction by seeing how I made both portraits. Click <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pJut8Elv1iE" target="_blank">here</a> for the big grin, and <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=scKdvaGKLU8" target="_blank">here</a> for the profile, or scroll down to see them embedded.<br />
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Want to know how you can help? Fans of Nathan and DawgArt, share this blog post to help spread the word. And then stay tuned for links to the auctions. See you soon!DawgArthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09337598546876420600noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5229615634837997391.post-88885078918886560832015-04-25T12:59:00.000-07:002015-04-25T12:59:34.211-07:00Dancing Nathan Portrait #2 is done!Check it out! The Dancing Nathan's second pet portrait is done:<br />
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Dancing Nathan, the silly Chinese Crested hairless dog, whose dance moves have appeared on The Ellen Show, helped bring attention to his organization, <a href="http://www.baldisbeautifuldogrescue.org/" target="_blank">Bald Is Beautiful Dog Rescue</a>.<br />
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Now DawgArt and Bald Is Beautiful are teaming up to raise money for rescued animals! Details <a href="http://dawgart.blogspot.com/2015/03/dancing-nathan-and-dawgart-fundraiser.html" target="_blank">here</a>.<br />
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Want to join in the fun? Tune in tomorrow to see where the paintings will be listed for auction and how you can help.<br />
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Nathan, the effervescent Chinese Crested hairless dog from <a href="http://www.baldisbeautifuldogrescue.org/" target="_blank">Bald is Beautiful Dog Rescue</a>, made the rescue famous when his dance moves went viral.<br />
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Now DawgArt is helping them with a fundraiser. I'm making two paintings of Nathan, and we'll auction them to raise money for the rescue. See the details <a href="http://dawgart.blogspot.com/2015/03/dancing-nathan-and-dawgart-fundraiser.html" target="_blank">here</a>.<br />
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I have another painting to finish and then you'll get a chance to bid on both! Pass the word along so we can get people excited about helping the sweet pooches with Bald is Beautiful.DawgArthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09337598546876420600noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5229615634837997391.post-42956751004475056112015-04-10T15:46:00.000-07:002015-04-10T15:47:39.210-07:00Dancing Nathan Portrait PreviewDawgArt and <a href="http://www.baldisbeautifuldogrescue.org/" target="_blank">Bald is Beautiful Dog Rescue</a> are teaming up to bring you the happiest of fundraisers. See the details <a href="http://dawgart.blogspot.com/2015/03/dancing-nathan-and-dawgart-fundraiser.html" target="_blank">here</a>.<br />
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I'm so excited to share the progress images for Nathan's portrait! Now, for those of you who aren't artists, I'm going to share a little secret. There's a point in every painting that I like to call the ugly middles. Here are the steps in creating a piece:<br />
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1. This blank canvas is so blank. I'm going to fill it with a great painting.<br />
2. This painting isn't looking so great.<br />
3. This painting is definitely not great.<br />
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So any progress images I share are going to be at some point in that process. All the steps add up to something great, but along the way, it's not quite so impressive. Enjoy the process and when it's done, you'll be able to bid on one-of-a-kind paintings of Dancing Nathan to help raise money for Bald is Beautiful Dog Rescue!<br />
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You guys know <a href="https://www.facebook.com/dancingnathan" target="_blank">Dancing Nathan</a>, the Chinese Crested pop sensation? His dance moves went viral, gaining much-needed publicity for <a href="http://www.baldisbeautifuldogrescue.org/" target="_blank">Bald Is Beautiful</a>, a hairless and small breed dog rescue operating out of South Carolina. If you haven't seen Nathan's awesome dance moves, check him out <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KF43d5DofFM" target="_blank">here</a>.<br />
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In cooperation with Bald Is Beautiful and Nathan's mom, I am going to be painting a portrait (maybe two) this sweetie-pie dancing diva. The piece will then be auctioned to <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Bald-Is-Beautiful-Dog-Rescue/140695629309070?fref=ts" target="_blank">raise money for Bald Is Beautiful</a>!</div>
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She and her children privately rescued horses until 2000, when she applied for non-profit status for WHRR. With the help of many friends, volunteers, and donors, Kim and WHRR have been able to help save many horses from abuse, neglect, and death.<br />
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This past week, when they were travelling back from an event, someone on the freeway slammed into the horse trailer, resulting in serious injuries for Einstein, a much-loved horse rescued by WHRR.<br />
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In order to help raise money for Einstein's care and recovery, I volunteered to make some artwork featuring Einstein. We are auctioning these paintings, the proceeds from the sales of which will be donated back to WHRR. Scroll down to find bidding links.<br />
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Here are the paintings, both acrylic on canvas with color wrapping around the edges.<br />
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"Kick Up Your Heels" - 24x30 inches. This piece is large and stunning with vivid colors. This image celebrates the energy and joy of a rescued animal, rendered in the brilliant colors of the Southwest.<br />
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"Little Sister" - 16x20 inches. This piece is smaller, but no less vibrant. It features an image of Einstein meeting his new little herd sister, Pixie the burro. The original reference photo hangs in the barn at the ranch. I love it because it reminds me of the unfailing generosity and devotion of Kim and the rescue angels at WHRR. That a strong bond can be formed between the most unlikely of friends.<br />
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<br />DawgArthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09337598546876420600noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5229615634837997391.post-7051501113177576722014-11-27T23:01:00.001-08:002014-11-28T20:10:56.956-08:00Black Friday and Cyber Monday!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Imagine, you are exchanging gifts with your loved one. They give you a nice sweater, or a gift card to that restaurant you like. You are super happy, because who doesn't like a nice sweater?<br />
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Then they're looking at you with that look. You know the look. The look that says, "You only went shopping last week, huh? You didn't think about this until just yesterday."</div>
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But much to their surprise, you pull out a good-sized package. It could even be a very large package, perfectly wrapped (because you paid your teenage daughter who's really good at wrapping to wrap it), or it could even just be a big cardboard box with no wrapping. Strangely shaped and they're thinking, "What, did he get me a giant frying pan?" or "I guess it's been cold lately, a duvet will at least keep me warm."</div>
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But when they open it up, instead of something boring like a frying pan, they find original artwork. On canvas. Of their best friend (or furbie). And it's painted in their favorite colors. And there's not another one like it in the ENTIRE WORLD.</div>
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