I had SO hoped to have a more detailed drawing of Daisy to add to this post. Daisy is half German shepherd, half basset hound, the most improbable-look
ing person I've seen in a long time. You can see her here and there in these sketches, but not in her full, low-slung, big-headed glory. Her buddy is Lily and she's also in
these sketches. Lily and Daisy live with Moreton, whose garden and dining room you have seen, perhaps, before.
With these 3 sketches I have finished my 31 drawings for August, with one to spare. Technically, then, Animals Month is complete. However, there are some pigs at Chapel Hill Creamery that I want to draw this week. Promises to keep and miles to go before I sleep. Unfinished business.
(Later: inspired by Lori's comment, I changed the title of this post!)
Oh, I would so love to have a dog! I had my hand 'chewed' by a tiny boxer puppy the other day; it was lovely.
These drawings are gorgeous. Are there no limits to your talent? ;-)
Posted by: Bela | August 23, 2006 at 07:32 AM
Sounds like Daisy's mum and dad had a one night stand! She does look sweet though, I don't know how you capture the softness and personality of animals with your few lines but you do!
Posted by: Felicity | August 23, 2006 at 04:12 AM
Aah yes the bassett hound. Between the sketches and your description I can picture her low slung quality. You see I have a beagle bassett mix. Her name is Olive. I've really enjoyed the animal posts.
Posted by: Dave | August 22, 2006 at 11:02 PM
Your lines are so expressive and lively, Laura. I've so enjoyed looking through your sketchbooks. Thanks for the inspiration!
Posted by: paula | August 22, 2006 at 11:00 PM
omg, omg, omg ... I LOVE Daisy! As the mother of a half Belgian Shepherd/half Labrador/half Chow (yes, you counted right), I KNOW the charm of the variegated breed! to you Laura ... xoxo
Posted by: mireille | August 22, 2006 at 10:53 PM
Ahh the lower sketches remind me of our beloved dog Blue, how I miss him, your sketches brought tears to my eyes. The form is so familiar...
Posted by: Maggie | August 22, 2006 at 10:53 PM