medium-coloured pencil
medium-coloured pencil
9×12 colored pencil. Original unavailable…. make me a reasonable offer.. all will be looked at and taken into consideration. / This dachshund is one in a series of 12 pieces that were done for a client that changed their minds. It happens.. Completed 2005
9×12 colored pencil two in a series of 12. Original is available…. make me a reasonable offer.. all will be looked at and taken into consideration. Completed 2005
Pencil drawing color enhanced in photoshop. The man sleeps while the dog stays awake they are both homeless.
Wolf drawn with colored pencil
Medium-coloured pencil / Here is a portrait I drew of Gareth’s beloved greyhound “Bernie”. When my camera is charged, I will put up the second portrait of his other greyhound “Eddie”.
found a cute greeting card and drew it, 2004 :) / graphite pencils on smooth bristol paper.
19×25 colored pencil. Original available. Golden Retriever is the basic name given to a breed of dog, originally developed to retrieve shot game during hunting. It is one of the most common family dogs as it is naturally very friendly and amenable to training. Usage / Golden Retrievers are usually compatible with children, adults, and are good with other dogs. Generally their friendly nature makes them poor guard dogs. Golden retrievers are often well bonded to their family and will protect them when necessary. Golden Retrievers are unlikely to attack, but they make good watch dogs, because they bark loudly when a stranger approaches. Golden Retrievers are particularly valued for their high level of sociability towards people, calmness, and willingness to learn. Because of this, they are commonly used as guide dogs, moblility assistance dogs, and search and rescue dogs. Appearance (based on American Breed Standard) / The ideal Golden is athletic, and well balanced. It is a symmetrical, powerful, and active dog. An American Golden is less stocky and lankier than a British. A male should stand from 22 to 24 inches (56 to 61 cm) in height at the shoulders, and females should be 20 to 22 inches (51 to 56 cm) at the shoulders. The males weigh 60-80 lbs. and the females weigh 55-70 lbs. The coat should be dense and water repellent, in various shades of lustrous gold or cream, with moderate feathering. Excessive length, lightness, or darkness is undesirable. The gait should be free, smooth, powerful, and well-coordinated. In shows, any resistance to handling, shyness, or aggression is a serious fault. English / English goldens are easily recognized by their light cream-coloured coats which sometimes appear white. This type is bigger-boned, shorter, with a more square head and/or muzzle. They are more common in Europe, so breeders of this type in America may import their dogs to improve bloodlines. A Golden Retriever of English breeding can have a coat colour in the colour range of all shades of gold or cream, but not including red nor mahogany. While shedding is unavoidable with Golden Retrievers, frequent grooming (daily to weekly) lessens the amount of hair shed by the animal. Goldens are known to shed the most in the spring and summer months as this is when they drop their winter undercoats. Severe shedding that results in bald patches can be indicative of stress or sickness in a Golden Retriever. Coat and color / The coat is dense and waterproof, and may be straight or moderately wavy. It usually lies flat against the belly. The American Kennel Club (AKC) standard states that the coat is a “rich, lustrous golden of various shades”, disallowing coats that are extremely light or extremely dark. This leaves the outer ranges of coat colour up to a judge’s discretion when competing in conformation shows. Therefore, “pure white” and “red” are unacceptable colors for the Golden coat. Judges may also disallow Goldens with pink noses, or those lacking pigment. The Golden’s coat can also be of a mahogany color, referred to as “redheads”, although this is not accepted in the British showring. As a Golden grows older, its coat can become a darker or lighter tint of brown, along with a noticeable whitening of the fur on and around the muzzle. Puppy coats are usually much lighter than their adult coats, but a darker coloration at the tips of the ears may indicate a darker adult color. Temperament / Most Goldens need plenty of exercise, such as dog agility.Typically, Goldens are fairly unruly as puppies and may chew and retrieve everything in sight. However, once they reach maturity, Goldens remain active and fun-loving while developing an exceptionally patient demeanor as befits a dog bred to sit quietly for hours in a hunting blind. Golden Retrievers love to work. Other characteristics related to their hunting heritage are a size suited for scrambling in and out of boats and an inordinate love for water. Another legacy from their hunting background, Golden Retrievers are exceptionally trainable due to their desire to please their handlers and excel in obedience trials. In fact, the first AKC Obedience Trial Champion was a Golden Retriever. They are also very competitive in agility and other performance events. However, harsh training methods frequently cause Goldens to “shut down,” therefore positive methods are a better way to train these dogs. They are also noted for their intelligence. As the name suggests, the Golden Retriever loves to retrieve. Retrieving a thrown stick, tennis ball, or flying disc can keep a Golden occupied and entertained for hours, particularly if there is also water involved. Goldens tend to be very tolerant of boisterous children. However, if not properly trained, they may accidentally injure a child in play. As they age, they remain excellent friends and companions. They adore their owners and exhibit what can be described as unconditional love. (information from Wikipedia) Complete 2000
19×24 colored pencil. Unavailable. The Siberian Husky is a medium-size, dense-coat working dog breed that originated in eastern Siberia, belonging to the Spitz genetic family. It is recognizable by its thickly-furred double coat, sickle tail, erect triangular ears and distinctive markings. An active, energetic and resilient breed whose ancestors came from the extremely cold and harsh environment of the Siberian Arctic, it was imported into Alaska during the Nome Gold Rush and spread from there into the United States and Canada, initially as a sled dog. It rapidly acquired the status of a family pet and a show-dog, no longer as much used as a sled dog as formerly; today it has been largely replaced in dogsled racing by crossbreds. Temperament / Despite their wolf-like appearance, Siberian Huskies generally have a gentle temperament. Being a working breed, Siberians are very energetic and enjoy the ability to explore and run. That, combined with their striking appearance, has made them popular as both family pets and as show dogs. Siberians can be extremely affectionate, curious (like all dogs), and welcoming to people, characteristics that usually render them poor guard dogs. Properly socialized Siberians are most often quite gentle with children. The harsh conditions in which Siberians originated rewarded a strong prey drive, as food was often scarce. Consequently, Siberians may instinctively attack animals such as house cats, birds, squirrels, guinea pigs, rabbits, chickens, quail, and even deer, and have been known to savage sheep. However, many households enjoy harmonious, mixed “packs” of cats and Siberians; this works best when the dogs are raised with cats from puppyhood. The Siberian Husky is a pack dog. It does better in a family type. Which means if it is left alone for too long it gets lonely so breeders suggest getting a pair. A 2000 study of dog bites resulting in human fatalities by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention found fifteen such fatalities (6% of the total) were caused by “husky-type” dogs (excluding Alaskan Malamutes) between 1979 and 1997. Most Huskies are not especially aggressive, but some dogs may have stronger prey drive than most, which may manifest itself in aggression towards humans. Behavior / As with any dog breed, Siberian Huskies do have some qualities which some pet owners may find undesirable. Despite their affectionate nature, Siberian Huskies are not as subservient and eager to please their owners as some other popular breeds, and will sometimes refuse to perform a task unless given a better “motive” than simply pleasing their trainer. Siberian Huskies can be challenging to train because of their strong will and independent thinking. Proper training requires persistence and patience. Siberian Huskies are not generally recommended for first time dog owners, as their strong will and desire to run are difficult for inexperienced owners to manage. Siberian Huskies have strong running instincts and therefore for their own safety should never be left to run free off-leash. They have little “homing instinct” and will run for long distances, and therefore should always be kept on a leash or in a fenced yard. Siberians can also dig large holes and will show considerable ingenuity in escaping from fenced runs. As sled dogs they have a very strong desire to pull, thus good obedience training is recommended. As mentioned they are known as escape artists, and they are a very common breed to run away. They will typically run away and then realize they have lost their owner, but are too far away to come back. Not only are they able to dig underneath fences, they are also known to jump over fences higher than 3 feet, and potentially even 4-5 feet tall fences. When playing with other dogs they will jump a lot, and sometimes even jump over other dogs. Siberians require exercise on a daily basis and a secure fence at all times. Although they do sometimes bark, they are more frequently known to “yodel”, “howl”, or “whoo”, often vocalizing when excited, back-talking to their owners, or to initiate some play or challenge behavior with either human or canine companions. This is commonly known as “ululation”. HealthSiberians are normally rather healthy dogs, typically living from eleven to fourteen years of age. Health issues in the breed are eye troubles (cataracts, glaucoma, and corneal dystrophy among others), allergies, and cancer in older animals. Hip dysplasia occurs but is not a major concern in the breed with high levels of protein and fat, particularly when used for dogsledding. That said, Siberian Huskies are fuel-efficient dogs, consuming less food than other dogs of similar size and activity level. The diet must be adjusted to their level of work and exercise; obesity can be a problem for underexercised, overfed pets. Due to their origins, Huskies do require some amount of fish oil in their diet, primarily for their coat and nails, which can become brittle without the fish oil. Most trainers/hobbyists recommend feeding Siberians sardines as a means to introduce fish oil into their diet, though flaxseed oil can be considered a less-expensive alternative to sardines. (information from Wikipedia) Complete 1997
This is the life….drawn by L K Southward- Iconic Art UK. Original graphite pencil sketch.
Medium used: Coloured Pencil Here is a little Boston I drew today….if I was to own a small dog, these little guys would be the one! I just adore them….sooo cute!
9×12 colored pencil. Original available. Part of a series. Complete 2005
A dogs life….drawn by L K Southward- Iconic Art UK.
Illustration of a girl carrying a tower of colorfully wrapped gifts, two dogs running at her feet and a cat sitting at the top of the pile.
Coloured pencil on smooth paper
Colored pencil, commission 2007, Hahnemühle paper, / www.arts-and-dogs.de
A Coloured Pencil Drawing of German Shepherd Pup, nosing over a gate, size 10×8 inches.
A Graphite drawing of two Border Colllies, looking up at mum after winning a class in a dog show.Graphite pencil size 1o x 8 inches.
Coloured Pencil and Pen drawing of a handsome Basset. This is a rework of an original that had been done a few years ago but the waistcoat and bow tie was red, which i felt clashed with the reddish tones of the dog,hence the change to blue. Coloured Pencils,size 10×8 Inches.
Coloured Pencil Drawing of a Rottweiler,size 12×16 inches.
I was inspired by a photograph from my childhood in Wolf Point, MT. (ca.1947) Carrots, the red Cocker Spaniel, had the same birthday as I do and was my constant companion. By the time I was dressed to go out in the snow, I couldn’t move. Graphite Pencils 5H to 6B / 8.5×12 inches
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