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(above)
A Puppy Is All About Potential
March 5, 2004 Catalogue #73
18"H X 24"W - $700.00
I Started Painting Realistic Or Representational Works of Art By First
Painting My Greyhounds.
This has led to several commissions, and acceptance to multiple juried
art shows (this is a good thing!)
This page highlights my efforts to capture the spark of my subjects. I hope that what you find here allows
you to appreciate the joy our family companions bring into our daily lives.
My first pet portraits were of my two greyhounds, Janet
and Faster. Greyhounds are very expressive of their moods, and so are great subjects to portray.
As I mentioned, Greyhounds are very expressive canines and very
intelligent. Our two are really good at dinner, walks, going outside and proper couch etiquette. Both have also collected
their Therapy Dog certifications and visit with those in need of some quality dog attention...
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Slatex Janet At Rest
(Or At Least In Repose)
May 2003 Catalogue #42
18"H X 24"W
(Artist's Collection)
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(above)
Needle Nose
November 22, 2004 Catalogue #91
24"H X 18"W - $600.00
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I paint these noble hounds from photos. This allows
me to capture their attitudes and mannerisms which make them such delightful companions.In this gallery, you will find
a collection of the greyhound portraits which I have completed over the past several years.
These include several commissions and several pieces that have originated
from photos kindly sent to me by proud greyhound owners to paint from when I have asked for greyhounds to paint which have
different markings than our two red fawns.
I usually create 18 inch x 24 inch paintings, as this allows me
utilize the contextual backgrounds and add the details which show the individual spark of each unique hound. Please e-mail
me with your inquiries for canine portraits and pricing. I accept a limited number of commissions per year owing to my other
artistic obligations.
You can see my work live by attending the annual Greyhounds Reach
The Beach gathering in Dewey Beach and Rehoboth Beach, Delaware over each Columbus Day weekend in October. During 2009, I
will be exhibiting my work in the Greyhounds in Art Exhibit held in Dewey Beach, DE. My greyhound
portraits have been shown in the juried Art Show At The Dog Show exhibitions in Wichita, Kansas - a premier
canine art event held in conjunction with a significant American Kennel Club competition.
(below)
Portrait of Slatex Janet
August 2004 Catalogue #85
16"H X 16"W
(Artist's Collection)
(below)
Alice Through The Looking Glass
August 8, 2004 Catalogue #86
24"W X 18"H
(SOLD)
(below)
High Prey
July 2004 Catalogue #83
24"H X 18"W
(Artist's Collection)
(below)
Reclining Nude With Collar
May 2003 Catalogue #46
24"W X 18"H
(Artist's Collection)
(below)
Hounds Beyond The Bridge
August 4, 2004 Catalogue #87
24"W X 18"H
(Donated For Auction Benefitting Morris Animal Foundation)
(below)
Greyhound And Spouse Esconced On The Couch
May 2003 Catalogue #41
24"H X 18"W
(Artist's Collection)
(below)
Greygoyle
July 2004 Catalogue #84
24"H X 18"W
(SOLD)
(below)
Leeanna In The Leaves
September 17, 2004 Catalogue #88
24"H X 18"W
(SOLD)
(below)
Hounds and Hares
August 14, 2005 Catalogue #103
24"H X 18"W
(SOLD)
(below)
Mystery In Full-Tilt Boogie
September 9, 2005 Catalogue #104
24"W X 18"H
(SOLD)
(below)
A Brace Of Brindles
(Source Image by Paw Prints Photography)
September 16, 2005 Catalogue #109
24"W X 18"H
(SOLD)
(below)
Old Friends
November 17, 2005 Catalogue #110
24"H X 18"W - $650.00
(below)
Brindy's World
(Come Play!)
December 15, 2005 Catalogue #111
24"W X 18"H
(SOLD)
(below)
A Cherry Blossom
Blooms In A Moment In Spring
Fondly Remembered (Oliver)
December 23, 2003 Catalogue #112
24"H X 18"W - $700.00
(below)
Jill's Sydney
January 4, 2006 Catalogue #113
24"H X 18"W - $750.00
(below)
Eyes On The Prize (Freya)
(Source Image by Ron Lutz, II aka Darter the Chronicler)
August 25, 2006 Catalogue #135
24"W X 18"H - $750.00
(below)
Out Of The Shadows - Willy
May 2003 Catalogue #136
18"W X 24"H
(SOLD)
(below)
Red Brindle At The Turn
(Original Photo By Ron Lutz II aka Darter The Chronicler)
September 23, 2006 Catalogue #137
18"H X 24"W - $700.00
(below)
Grey Play
(Original Image of Brilly & Pogo by Xan Blackburn)
October 5, 2006 Catalogue #138
18"H X 24"W - $650.00
(below)
Pastel Brilly
(Original Image By Xan Blackburn)
November 20, 2006 Catalogue #139
18"W X 24"H
(SOLD)
More pet portraits can be found on my second web page
All Images Copyright 2000 - 2009 By Mark V. Turner All Rights Reserved
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