Three Jack Russell's - finished painting

Currently on the easel is an oil portrait which as it is a Christmas present,  I won't say too much about, so as not to spoil the surprise.  I will post the photo's after Christmas.

So in the meantime, here are the final  photo's of the three lively Jack Russells.  I hope you enjoy looking at them.

Oil on Linen 50x60cm 20"x24" copyright Marion Simkins 2012 must not be reproduced or used in any form without permission

grisaille underpainting

 after adding several layers of colour

Nearly finished - whisker's and doormat to go

The finished painting

Oil on Linen 50x60cm 20"x24" copyright Marion Simkins 2012 must not be reproduced or used in any form without permission

                                       

In progress of Jack Russells' - Part 2

One more body to be painted in colour

Now ready for the finishing touches

A closer view on their bodies

In progress photo's of three Jack Russells' in oil - Part one

Here are some "in progress" photo's of the Oil painting of the three Jack Russell's in their favourite position on their front steps.  I paint in layers, allowing each coat  to dry thoroughly before applying the next.  It is a slow process, but worthy of the wait, as it eventually produces incredible results.

Grisaille underpainting

Another layer adding more detail

Close-up on the middle Jack Russell

Close-up on the end Jack Russell

First layer of colour

 Layer of colour added to the background

                                                                                                        

Be back soon with some more "in progress" photo's.