One of our favorite artists, Kathryn Beals, is back and offering up another of her gorgeous portraits for a Dogster contest. We had a contest with Kathryn back in April and had over 126 entries!
Along with painting, Kathryn has been very busy working on her website and blog since the last contest. You can go to her How I Paint blog and watch her while she painted Dogster member Jolanda, a very talented service dog. She even has an entire section just of the Dogster dogs she painted, they’re great, go check them out.
The amazing thing about Kathryn is that she’s self taught. Her portraits are a great gift to give yourself or one of your dog loving friends. It’s also a wonderful way to memorialize your dog, something special you’ll have long after your best friend is gone.
One of the best things about Kathryn’s work is that she guarantees it. If for any reason you are not happy you can get your money back. How many artists offer that deal? I can tell you, not many.
I’m sure all the Dogsters who read the blog regularly will remember our ‘Win A Painted Portrait‘ contest we had in April. Artist Kathryn Beals generously offered to paint a portrait for one lucky Dogster . We had a ton of entries but in the end Mollie was chosen as the winner.
Kathryn is an amazing artist and she’s painted quite a few portraits for Dogster members. Her portraits are a great gift to give yourself or one of your dog loving friends. It’s also a wonderful way to memorialize your dog, something special you’ll have long after your best friend is gone.
One of the best things about Kathryn’s work is that she guarantees it. If for any reason you are not happy you can get your money back. How many artists offer that deal? I can tell you, not many.
Pictured above is Mollie’s finished portrait and on the left is the picture the portrait was modeled after. I told you Kathryn is amazing. On her How I Paint blog you can follow along the painting process from beginning to end.
Kathryn has just added a new feature, video. For the first time she filmed the painting from start to finish. She sped up the footage into an 8 minute “speed painting.” Check it out!
I want to thank Kathryn again for providing Dogsters a chance to win one of her gorgeous custom paintings. For all those who entered and didn’t win, keep an eye out because there just might be another chance come fall.
The portrait contest was extended due to technical difficulties when trying to leave a comment so you have until tonight midnight (PST) to enter.
In December I did a post on artist Kathryn Beals who painted Dogster member Sabrina’s portrait. The painting came out great, I was really impressed. As it turns out, Sabrina is just one of many Dogster members she has painted.
Kathryn recently contacted me with an offer I couldn’t refuse, a chance for a Dogster member to win a head portrait of their dog.
On Monday I put up the post Win A Painted Portrait Of Your Dog, some Dogsters have been experiencing issues when trying to leave a comment to enter. For whatever reason members using Internet Explorer are not able to post a comment, rest assured HQ is working to get this corrected.
In December I did a post on artist Kathryn Beals who painted Dogster member Sabrina’s portrait. The painting came out great, I was really impressed. As it turns out, Sabrina is just one of many Dogster members she has painted.
Kathryn recently contacted me with an offer I couldn’t refuse, a chance for a Dogster member to win a head portrait of their dog.
To give every pup a chance I’m going to extend the contest until Friday, May 1st. If you want to enter to win the 14 x18 portrait, valued at $300, please do so on the original post. Just click on the blue link.
Also, the winner will be chosen by us not Kathryn, I know some people mistakenly emailed her thinking she was going to pick. Her email is for anyone who wants to order and get $50 off their purchase, or if you have any general questions about her paintings.
In December I did a post on artist Kathryn Beals who painted Dogster member Sabrina’s portrait. The painting came out great, I was really impressed. As it turns out, Sabrina is just one of many Dogster members she has painted.
Kathryn recently contacted me with an offer I couldn’t refuse, a chance for a Dogster member to win a head portrait of their dog. The winner gets a free 14 x 18 head shot portrait, shipping and tax included.
The winner’s portrait progress will be featured on Kathryn’s How I Paint blog. It’s a really cool site where you can follow the progress of her latest, and greatest, paintings. It’s so interesting to see how she takes an image from a photograph and turns it into an amazing painting.
To enter just leave a comment in the comment section sharing why your pup is picture perfect. Just the fact that your dog is adorable is reason enough. The contest runs today through Monday, April 27th when I will choose one lucky winner.
Kathryn’s portraits are a great gift to give yourself or one of your dog loving friends. It’s also a wonderful way to memorialize your dog, something special you’ll have long after your best friend is gone. One of the best things about Kathryn’s work is that she guarantees it. If for any reason you are not happy you can get your money back. How many artists offer that deal? I can tell you, not many.
Right now Dogsters have an opportunity to get a portrait at a discounted price. If you order a painting now through the end of May you will receive $50 off. All you need to do is email Kathryn at kathryn[AT]bealsstudios.com and let her know you are a Dogster member prior to placing your order. If you have any questions regarding the special or to do with a commissioned painting just send her an email.
* Dogster member Sam pictured on top, Fig Newton shown below.
Welcome to the world of Deborah Carmen, artist of the cutest dog pottery you could ever hope to find. It’s a whimsical world that captures the essence of doggy antics, creating a long lasting memory for you to have in your home.
Debby Carmen is an imagineer. She is a Laguna Beach, California artist, author, cartoonist and fabulist who dreamily draws, paints, sculpts, whimsical cats, dogs, and other creations of the animal kingdom. She chronicles random notions, furry motions and life’s nutty nuances depicting fun and farce, frolic and foible in her distinctively recognizable style and expressively vibrant color palettes.
Debby is noted for the MOST BEAUTIFUL hand crafted porcelain ceramic dog and cat bowls and treat jars on the planet; one of the few people in the world creating custom and uniquely distinctive pet bowls and collectibles for her clients furry fourleggers. Debby is recognized by numerous elite breed dog clubs throughout the country as their national specialty artist.
Debby was recently commissioned by 20th Century Fox to make several hundred dog bowls for the premiere of Marley & Me. She’s also the trophy artist for many national breed dog specialty shows, i.e, Westie, Corgi, French Bulldog, Maltese, Shih Tzu, King Charles, Bulldog, Affenpincer, Brussels Griffon, Welch Terrier, Wheaten Terrier to name just a few. Pretty impressive resume!
As if all this wasn’t enough, Debby has an adorable line of books for children. They’re fun books that help teach some valuable lessons.
KITTYWUMPUSS: A wonderful, self-esteem building, inspirational story about participation. This story shares the importance that winning begins when you show up and become part of the team and the value of fellowship and sharing among friends.
GRONK: A story about a playful and pleasing little dog who places fun in front of the obeying the rules. The lesson Gronk learns is about the consequences of not following instructions. Little things that can turn you green!
CHEWDALOOTIE: A story about the responsibility we all have to the things we value and cherish. Chewdalootie shows us the importance of caring for a pet once you accept the responsibility of ownership. Love is a commitment of giving and receiving.
For Debby’s latest book she collaborated with lawyer Kimberly Adams Colgate on a subject that’s important to all of us here at Dogster, pet trusts. The Pet Plan and Pet Trust Guide combines whimsical illustrations with practical need to know information. It’s a “how to” legal plan for your pet’s future security incorporating the newest and latest laws to secure your pets future well being.
If you’re interested in the book we have a terrific offer for Dogsters, 25% discount off list price (list is $28.99) on pre-orders. The book will begin shipping April 15th, so be sure to take advantage of the discount by getting your order in early.
To really get a feel for Debby’s world visit the Fauxpaw Gallery, you’ll find an incredible array of hand made ceramic plates, vases, bowls and much more. We have a great special for Dogsters, 20% discount on any and all orders placed as a New Year Promotion thru 2009!
One very lucky Dogster is going to win a handmade dog bowl. To win leave a comment in the comment section sharing a funny food story. The contest runs today through Monday, January 26th when I will pick one winner based on their answer.
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One of our favorite artists, Kathryn Beals, is back and offering up another of her gorgeous portraits for a Dogster contest. We had a contest with Kathryn back in April and had over 126 entries!
very talented service dog. She even has an entire section just of the Dogster dogs she painted, they’re great, go check them out.
Pictured above is Mollie’s finished portrait and on the left is the picture the portrait was modeled after. I told you Kathryn is amazing. On her 
