Blue Bunny - Original rabbit painting by Deb Kirkeeide

Blue Bunny

 6x6 Oil on hardwood SOLD

©2016 Deb Kirkeeide

This would probably be more fitting for springtime but somewhere in the world, I believe there is a bunny sitting in the grass, in the sunshine.

I've lived in my house for about twelve years now and have encountered a lot of wildlife in my backyard but never a bunny until a couple years ago. And where there is one, eventually another ( or more) shows up. Surprisingly there has only been one other. Mama's little one joined in the fun this summer. They would venture out from beneath the deck and snack on the many dandelion greens growing in my yard. The little one would venture about the yard each time going farther  and going into the neighbor's yards. I would watch for her and warn her of the dangers out there. (I am very protective of my little ones!) I don't see her much in the winter but I am seeing tracks in the snow so I know she/they are still around. Isn't she cute? Her name is Charlotte.

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A Portrait of Izzy - Original Cat oil painting

Izzy

6x6 Oil

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When my friend had to say goodbye to her beloved Izzy I knew that I wanted to paint him as a keepsake of their loving companionship. Even I miss having him grace me with his attention when I was over for a visit. He was pretty much devoted to my friend but he did seem to like me too. 

My friend loved the painting. As an artist, the most gratifying part of my job is when another finds joy and meaning in what I have created. That is truly my purpose and is the most valuable reward.

To Izzy, you are missed but remembered fondly!

If you are interested in a painted keepsake of your pet I am available for comissions.

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Just Singin' a Happy Tune

12 x 12 x 1 on cradled board

©2015 Deb Kirkeeide

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Is it spring yet? Almost. But for many the question may be "is it done snowing yet?"

It will be nice to hear the nature's many songs again.

I am getting ready for a show coming up March 14 - March 22 at Squire House Gardens in Afton, MN where this painting will be available along with many others. This show is always one I look forward to. If you are in the area, please join us for the reception March 14 -  5 pm -9 pm. 

Walkin' In Sunshine - Hen Paintng by Deb Kirkeeide

Walkin' In Sunshine

12 x 12 Oil 

©2015 Deb Kirkeeide

I'm finding chickens kind pretty interesting lately. There are so many kinds. And then there are those fancy exotic chickens that take on so many personalities just by their looks alone.

I'm presently getting ready for a show coming up in March at Squirehouse Gardens in Afton, Mn.
More details to come as we get closer to the date. And more paintings to show!

More chickens and other animals here.

Max the Cat - Pet Portrait by Deb Kirkeeide

Max the Cat

12 x 9 Oil

Sold

©Deb Kirkeeide

This is Max. I was asked by his people to paint this portrait of their beloved cat. He is a handsome fellow isn't he?

In their words: Max was a lap cat and he loved to cuddle. He was very loyal, almost like a dog. He would loved to greet us at the door with tons of meows and head nods. He was very vocal cat. Max loved his food and was so motivated to eat that he would perform tricks for treats. He was a big cat at least until he got older.  He didn't care much about being outside, but he loved to check out little critters and birds through the window. 

I hope this painting will bring them many smiles and happy memories.

Chicken Portrait Paintings by MN artist Joni Finnegan

Sir Cornelious, Another chicken painting in my weekly series " Chicken Family Portraits". This little guy with a big attitude is on a 6x8 stretched canvas. He does look pretty regal, doesnt he? to view more of my art go to www.jonifinnegan.com and my site on CFAIco.com

Chicken Portrait Painting by Mn artist Joni Finnegan

Chicken painting by Minnesota artist Joni Finnegan Another in my chicken portrait series. Meet Titan , A small chicken with a mighty attitude.The winds blowing up his tail feathers gives him some serious presence. this is an 8x10 on a smooth panel- another studio quick study from reference photos. Is it evident that I raise chickens? This is for sale $350 To see more of my art go to www.jonifinnegan.com and www.cfai.co/jonifinnegan/

Red Breasted Show Off - Robin painting by Deb Kirkeeide

Red breasted showoff

sings among the branches bare

I sip my coffee

©2012 Deb Kirkeeide

There are many early mornings when I sit on my porch with my coffee listening to the birds greet the day. With so many already gone, the mornings are pretty quiet. In either case I find it very inspiring to sit in the quiet of morning and listen to nature.

I've had it in my mind to write Haiku to go along with my paintings. Should be easy right, Deb?
Not so much. But maybe if I keep practicing it will get easier. This was my first attempt.

I so admire writers.

Enjoy the day!

Red Breasted Show Off

11 x 8 Oil
$360
 Purchase here.

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I Sing To the Moon - original raven painting by Deb Kirkeeide

I Sing To the Moon  8x8 Oil SOLD

Ravens and the moon have been on my mind lately. Of course with my fondness for ravens
that should come as no surprise. I also have some bigger pieces in the works along that same theme,
so look for those coming up.


With both subjects wrapped in mystery and magic, this one would make a nice little piece for  the coming All Hollows Eve!

This one is painted on a maple panel and is ready to hang with or without a frame.



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"The Elephant Watches" by Terry Honstead

I thought I would post this painting so far.  I am not done yet, but you can see the succession of layers that I did in these.   I only used antwerp blue, permanent rose, quinacridone gold, and cad yellow light to do the whole painting.   I already had several layers done by the first picture.  I drew my picture on and then masked off part of it to stay white.  Then I poured paint on it and let the paint run and mix.  I let this dry and then added another layer of masking.  Then I poured again.  I would say that I had about eight layers before I took all of the masking off.  When I did that, more paint than I had expected came off with it so I had to darken some areas of it again.  The two sides that show the background were too dark so I lightened those area up again.  I still have more to do on this to darken the neck area and possibly try to darken the decorative part under his chin.  I will see.  I hope to finish this soon a it is a lot more work than I thought it would be.  However, I am having a lot of fun with it!  

Purple Finch

 

Purple Finch

8x8 Oil on linen panel

©2011 Deb Kirkeeide

This guy seems to be a cheeky little fellow! I love his attitude.  Due to my recent interest in birds (besides the ravens) I've been paying attention and find myself being more observant of their presence.

I'm also learning more about them from various websites and blogs One such source is Sharon Stiteler, aka The BirdChick. If you're interested in birds, be sure to check out her website and blog.

Friday night, we had our opening reception for the exhibition of this cycle for Project Art For Nature.

It is an awesome and beautiful show. So many diverse styles. I'm inspired to try some new techniques

and mediums.  My experimentation will have to wait until I finish a few projects. I've got an animation I need to create art for and I'm headed out to Wyoming in two weeks with a group of artists to spend 

5 days painting in the mountains. I'm really looking forward to our time back out at the 7D.

If interested in this painting you can make it yours right here.

Thanks!