Resting in the shade is a relief for the donkey as he doesn't have much of a tail to swish the flies away. Perhaps the children's game,Pin The Tail On The Donkey, came from children's wish to have a long tail for this endearing hard working creature . 11 x 14 acrylic on art panel board...contact gigihackford@yahoo.com
The owners of Phoebe wanted a close-up portrait.... her watchful eye through all that hair represents her ever present curiosity....this was a challenge and finally a joy to paint 10 x 10 acrylic.... for your pet portrait please contact gigihackford@yahoo.com
I just posted this portrait on The Daily Painters of Alabama.blogspot.com...Portrait of Lilley is a commission and very special as she could be a clone of my beloved LeeLa who was with me for 16 years.She was born in Sri Lanka and had a unique and beautiful spirit. This was painted with quiet joy. 10 x 10 acrylic. Contact me for your pet portrait ...gigihackford@yahoo.com or call the gallery at 251-990-8763.
This 1904 beauty is another workaholic.... it's ribbon is still intact... I use this as display for my book Trains of Thought with Loco-motives and other little myths.... children are fascinated ... works without electricity or batteries....! It's endearing qualities led me to paint its portrait... the first one sold ..so this is the second portrait.... 12 x 12 acrylic on linen gallery wrap.... $ 200 includes shipping....
Always willing to help...no job too small or large... no batteries,electric or instructions necessary... strong, sturdy, reliable...such fine characteristics.... and never wears out ! 6 x 18 acrylic on linen gallery wrap...$125
