As you know, I am always amazed by artists.  And affordable, tiny, original works are some of my favorites!

We have a sweet little artist gallery here in Old Town Auburn.  Occasionally, I wander in and stroll around.  One of my favorite artists is Ann Ranlett.  She paints on scratchboard.  For example, here is a Christmas Ornament I bought from her and a portrait of some type of brilliant bird – which I keep on my desk:

 

I COMMISSIONED A PORTRAIT OF MO.

I was bored while in bed, recuperating from my hip replacement, and I decided to see if Ann did commissions.  (I had looked on the back of the two pieces I owned, and it seemed like she would take commissions because she had all of her contact information.)  So I emailed her.

THIS WAS THE PHOTO I SENT:

In the email, I sent a few photos.  I figured that she might need angles or different perspectives than I would understand.  And, what I think is “cute” might not make sense to an artist.  Anyway, she picked this one.

AFTER A FEW DAYS, I RECEIVED A PROGRESS REPORT!

After a few days, Ann checked in with me.  She wanted to make sure that she was on the right track.  Here is what she sent.  I was very encouraged.

A WEEK LATER, I RECEIVED THIS PROGRESS REPORT:

Wow!  I was thrilled… it looks just like him, she totally captured his expression!

AND HERE IS THE FINAL.  PERFECTION.  I LOVE IT LOVE IT LOVE IT!

My perfect Mini Mo scratchboard drawing.  I LOVE it!

NOW I AM RUMMAGING THROUGH A MOUNTAIN OF MY PET PHOTOS!

This fabulous, original rendition of Mo was UNDER $100.  So, I can actually afford to treat myself  every few months or so.  I have photos lined up!

I’m sure Ann would be thrilled to hear from anyone who would like a scratchboard of your animal.  If you do it, PLEASE send me the end result and your story!  I’d love to hear!

Ann Ranlett, MSA, SAA, Nature Illustrations & Pet Portraits
ScratchboardArtByAnn.com
www.annran.com/shop

(She doesn’t know I wrote about her…)

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