Meet 'Mosby' the Bernese Mountain Dog...Portrait Painting in OIL by LARA

This is 'Mosby,' an adorable Bernese Mountain Dog! I just love their coloring! This piece may already be spoken for, but if not it will be available in my store on etsy. If you are interested in having a pet portrait done, feel free to contact me! 10% will be donated to Heart of Michigan Bernese Mountain Dog Rescue.
(*photo used with permission, flickr id: jtscanlon )

CUSTOM-Build Your Own Bird's NEST Painting in OIL...and CSN Review

This is a recent commission of a Robin's nest...if you would like a custom nest painting, or are looking for something in particular feel free to contact me! 

 Also, I was recently given the opportunity to review an item from CSN Stores, I chose this Demeyere Resto 1.8-Quart Egg Poacher / Gourmet Pan (with 6 inserts). This is a quality pan, sturdy, non-stick surface, & easy to clean! I would recommend it to anyone who loves eggs! Be sure to check out CSN's over 200+ online stores!

Pink Roses and Hydrangea in Antique French Sevres Vase Painting in OIL

This is a 3"x 4" oil painting on stretched canvas of a beautiful antique French Sevres vase filled with delicate roses and soft hydrangea. Available on etsy. Part of my Itty Bitty Bits of Pretty Collection :o)

~Upcoming CSN Stores Product Review~

I have had the pleasure of working with CSN Stores this past year doing some great giveaways as well as a review of one of their wonderful products, so when they asked if I would be interested in doing another review I jumped at the chance!

CSN Stores has over 200+ stores with all sorts of products for your home, such as these stylish Bathroom Vanities , perfect if you are updating or remodeling your bathroom! 
My personal favorite is this one by Belle Foret:

CSN Stores has other items for your home as well, including furniture, home decor, and cookware.
I will be reviewing one such product soon, so be sure to check back to see what I've chosen to review!

SuMmeR BeRRieS on Green Floral Plate Painting in OIL by LARA

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 I love the color combination with this piece :) I think the light green makes the berries appear even more fresh & juicy! Viva La Summer! Available on etsy.

The Woodlands Feather Collection II...Painting in OIL & Honey Bees!

Truly enjoying painting feathers from my ever growing feather collection, as well as summertime bees! I'll have to start trying to identify the feathers in my collection, but it seems I never have enough hours in the day! Hope everyone is having a wonderful summer whatever part of the world you are in right now...well, unless you are in a part that is now having winter of course! ;)

Someone STEALING my ART!! on Etsy

Artists be aware! The listing below was brought to my attention today, someone on etsy created a listing with MY painting above, asking another artist to COPY!! MY painting but for less money! Can you believe the audacity??! This is beyond copyright infringement and just plain sickening if you ask me! I have contacted etsy & will be checking to make sure this item is removed by this evening at the latest! And how sweet of them to have the deadline on my birthday!
Oil Panting of Westie Atop Vintage Suitcase posted 6/13/2010 , expires 7/4/2010 I'm looking to buy an oil painting on stretched canvas that is identical (or at least very similar) to this one: https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzz9yA9_c0CEE51jdVnU1iS5d8ezijgU2UwAY9eiy4Oxzol_LkOpeLqFAYosSITZTChTkNVZBl47t8JjE1F7fOxDFca_J7nN3pXbLn3WEE0R0Uj7WjlSFtTak21Mfv24KpjDBe4NV4cLl_/s400/WestieAtopVintageCaseBLOG.jpg Please let me know in your bid what you would charge for such a piece (the price I have in this listing is just a placeholder since I know everyone's bids will vary greatly) and also what size you are bidding. I am open to any size between 11x14" and 18x24". The deadline date I listed above is the date by which I would like to have the piece in my hands. I realize this may be a stretch so if it is not possible to finish it by that date I can probably be a little flexible. In your bid, please include the price to ship the piece to Virginia. Thanks and I look forward to reviewing your bids! Materials: oil paint, stretched canvas Tags: westie, dog, oil painting, canvas Ideal price: $1.00 Deadline: Jul 19, 2010 Quantity: 1 Ship To: Fairfax, VA 22033 United States Images: (click to enlarge)

Meet 'Beau' the Chihuahua from My Romantic Home...Painting in OIL by LARA

 ("Beau," 5"x 7",oil on canvas panel, 

10% will be donated to 

Almost Heaven Golden Retriever Rescue)

This is 'Beau', an adorable chihuahua owned by Cindy Santiago of the beautiful, shabby chic blog called My Romantic Home.I absolutely fell in love with Beau's soulful expression! I would imagine he is a real sweetheart...This piece may already be spoken for, but if not, it will be available in my store on etsy in a few days. 10% will be donated to Almost Heaven Golden Retriever Rescue. If you are interested in having a portrait done of your precious pup, feel free to contact me!
(*photo used with permission , flickr id: Romantic Home )

Feather & Egg Collection...Painting in OIL by Lara

("Feather & Egg Collection," 9"x 12",

oil on stretched canvas, available on etsy) 

I ran out of good sunlight today so I am crossing my fingers 

that the sun will make an appearance tomorrow. 

This piece is available on etsy.

SuMmeR STraWbeRRieS on PiNk SpoDe PlaTe...Painting in OIL

I think there is nothing that quite says 'summer' as some fresh-picked, juicy red strawberries! This piece is available on etsy.