Peter took advantage of Mr McGregor's distraction over world events to raid the cabbages.

Peter took advantage of Mr McGregor's distraction over world events to raid the cabbages.

18" x 24" x 1", acrylics on cradeled panel (with image painted around the sides), featuring an adventurous cottontail's wildest dream. Peter is $849 to the first asking nicely. Inquiries may come to me. Please and thank you. I wouldn't put it past him, Peter that is, to have orchestrated the whole thing. He's got connections and a rap sheet. I'm just saying.....

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This Dose of Tall Dark and Handsome is Much Stronger Than Xanax, With The Added Bonus of No Nasty Side Effects

This Dose of Tall Dark and Handsome is Much Stronger Than Xanax, With The Added Bonus of No Nasty Side Effects

24" x 36" x 1", acrylics on gallery stretched canvas (with image painted around the sides), featuring a matched pair of Friesian horses, $1699 to the first asking nicely. Inquiries may come to me. Please and thank you. I got up early this morning, excited to put the finishing touches on this one. The drips/focus bleed down the canvas, from right to left, creating a mesmerizing curtain which the horses gently part.

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Tiny Fearlessly Steps into the Future Because He Lacks Reasoning Skills. His Bowl is Also Always Full of Kibble.

Tiny Fearlessly Steps into the Future Because He Lacks Reasoning Skills. His Bowl is Also Always Full of Kibble.

20" x 24", acrylics on panel, featuring a spunky daschund mix, $799 to the first asking nicely - inquiries may come to me. Please and thank you. I wish I could be more like Tiny. Satisfied with kibble and chasing butterflies. I suppose starting by appreciating the simple things is a step in the right direction.

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Fostering Again

 After too many months without a Black Labbie in our lives, Sofy and I are now sharing our home with two foster boys, one black and one yellow:

Since their arrival last weekend, Sofy has managed to look slightly interested:

I 

But not too interested!  

The brothers will be 10 years old in May and have lived outside in a kennel prior to coming in to LRSE&C.  They are adapting well to life indoors and so far are the perfect guests.  The boys are good indoors, ok being left and have no behavioural problems.  They are good on the lead and have excellent recall.

Kal: 

Beau:

After so long as outside dogs, I am keen to integrate them into all aspects of indoor life, something Beau is doing well at:

These lovely boys need to go to a retirement home together.  For more information and to complete a pre-adoption questionnaire please go to the LRSE&C website

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From the mists of uncertainty, a beacon arose

From the Mists of Uncertainty, a Beacon Arose

15" x 30" x 1", acrylics on gallery stretched canvas (image painted around the sides, so no need to frame), featuring a white Arabian. $799 to the first asking nicely - inquiries may come to me. Please and thank you. Angels don't always come with wings attached. Today's angel is Hope - may you find it safely stashed where you left it, and may you hold it tightly to your heart.

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She Bows Her Head and Honors the Light in All of Us

She Bows Her Head and Honors the Light in All of Us

24" x 30", acrylics on panel, featuring a draft mare cloaked in all the color of the world. $899 to the first asking nicely - inquiries may come to me. Please and thank you. "The light in me honors the light in you." Regardless of the color of your skin, the religion you practice, your sexual/gender orientation, and so many other factors. Always.

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The Knight in Shining Armor Was No More Than Eye Candy, So She Left Him Behind When She Had Serious Stuff To Do

The Knight in Shining Armor Was No More Than Eye Candy, So She Left Him Behind When She Had Serious Work To Do

24" x 30", acrylics on panel, featuring a ghostly mare emerging from an enchanted woods. $899 to the first asking nicely - inquiries may come to me. Please and thank you. SOLD (TY) This mare is on a quest for equality, dignity, safety, respect and love for all beings. She's got no time for distractions. Unless they are peppermint coated.

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Delusions of Grandeur

Delusions of Grandeur

24" x 30", acrylics on panel, featuring a self important feline. I do have a collector interested, but should they choose to pass, Grandeur is $899 (includes s&h inside the US) to the first asking nicely. SOLD (TY!) My whole body is sore. I've been painting and dancing at the easel since 10am. Painting can be quite a workout!

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The Only Thing Brighter Than Carmen's Tiara Was Her Sparkling Personality

"The Only Thing Brighter Than Carmen's Tiara Was Her Sparkling Personality," a Bauble Painting, 9" x 12" x 1/2", acrylics on gallery stretched canvas, featuring a finch sporting just a few carats of ice. This painting is $289 (includes s&h inside the US) to the first asking nicely.

Started spring cleaning the studio this weekend. Found a stash of girl scout cookies I'd forgotten about. They expired in 2013. I stuck them in the freezer for 48 hours to kill any bacteria. Can't waste Samoas!

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Nobody Ever Accused Gertrude of Eating Like a Bird

Nobody Ever Accused Gertrude of Eating Like a Bird A Bauble Painting, 12" x 12" x 1/2", acrylics on gallery stretched canvas, featuring a rather curvacious finch. This painting is $309 (includes s&h inside the US) to the first asking nicely.   This week it's been all about drips and stripes and sparkles and modeled vs flat space while trying not to think of current world events. Wishing I could wrap every child in an iridescent magical hug and make them safe and loved and valued.

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For Me? You Shouldn't Have!

For Me? You Shouldn't Have! A Bauble Painting, 9" x 12" x 1/2", acrylics on gallery stretched canvas, featuring a bullfinch with a diamond crown (what DO you get a chick who has it all?). This painting is $289 (includes s&h inside the US) to the first asking nicely.   The Princess drove me to the art supply store, where I bought 25 canvases. They are patiently waiting for the next flock of birds. Or mice. Or whatever I feel like painting next. I might have also bought a new pair of Converse.

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Goldie, a Lesser Goldfinch, Bolsters Her Inferiority Complex with a Jeweled Tiara

Goldie, a Lesser Goldfinch, Bolsters Her Inferiority Complex with a Jeweled Tiara A Bauble Painting, 9" x 12" x 1/2", acrylics on gallery stretched canvas, featuring a goldfinch with a teeny tiny tiara matching her self esteem. This painting is $289 (includes s&h inside the US) to the first asking nicely.   Work in an obvious series, my friend Robert coached. It'll help you figure things out clearly and in an organized fashion. Little did he know he was unleashing a painting monster......

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The Bluebird of Happiness

"I'd Be a Bluebird of Happiness Too With All That Ice," A Bauble Painting, 9" x 12" x 1/2", acrylics on gallery stretched canvas, $289 (includes s&h inside the US) to the first asking nicely.   SOLD (TY!) I'm off to purchase more canvases. The birds are flying north - my feeders and houses are filling with occupants. So many muses, so little time......

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