Acrylic Brandy (once again)

I've come to really like painting with a black background. I did a painting of a pepper for the kitchen like this, and then I thought I'd experiment with Brandy before I tried other dogs. Thanks for looking!!
11x14 acrylic on stretched canvas.

This is the reference:


And this is the completed piece:

lol that is just da bomb...Your style is developing nicely! Great teeth There is energy is your brushstrokes that just make you feel how much play came before the resting pose.

Very nice! I love the grin!

Wow! Nice!!

Thanks guys for the wonderful compliments - I really appreciate it.
Smkie, I really like how this style is just "fitting" with me - thanks so much!!

I think when you are able to capture the idea of motion in a resting pose, you have done something huge. EVen the ball as activity just waiting to go again.

LOL I want one of Dekka..That is great Julie!

Thanks so much!!!

What is it like to work with acrylics? I got some for xmas but I have been afraid of them lol! I'm so used to pencil and other novice stuff like that *blush*

WOW... that is great

Thank you very much!!!!

lives4dogshows acrylics are a great medium to work in, but you really have to get used to the speed at which they dry. Blending can be tough if you wait too long. But i love the vivid colours that accompany them, and the bold lines. Also, the fact that if you make a mistake you can paint right over it is a major bonus
Don't be afraid to use them - try them out on some illustration board, get a feel for how they flow, how to mix and how to lay down colour. Experiment a little first - you'll eventually fall into a style and comfortable way in which you can utilize them.
But remember, pencil, coloured pencil or any of those types of mediums are not novice stuff. Yes, they are how a lot people start out, but beautiful intricate work can be created with these, so don't be embarassed that this is your main medium for now. Its a great place to start, and a wonderful place to learn and grow.

acrylic is what i use and speed is everything, i don't know about your brand but for me the ones i use are cheap. That is a major bonus for me. IF i need to fine line i use a coat of non yellowing polyurathane inbetween the layers.

Love the energy and the boldness in it, Brandy

And the tongue is . . . . well, ELOQUENT!