Comments on: Custom Portrait Winner & Call for Entries : Week #38 (9/14-9/18)

By: Graphite Portrait Giveaway - Custom Portrait Winner & Call for Entries : Week #39 (9/21-9/25) - Leanne Wildermuth : Artist by Nature

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 03:06:07 +0000

[…] Last week’s winner was Karen, who submitted her rescued leopard gecko, Logan. Karen has a history of rescuing and nurturing stray animals, and it really touches my heart that her reach extends out as far as reptiles! I applaud her for her constant devotion to all of animal kind. She is a true animal lover! […]

By: Leanne

Leanne — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 21:48:58 +0000

Thanks so much for your entries this week and your sweet comments about Molly's portrait. She's definitely one of my personal favorites, I just loved drawing her smile! I’ll post the winning portrait on Monday with next week’s announcement. Become a fan on Facebook for a sneak peek on Sunday!

By: Jacque

Jacque — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 20:56:25 +0000

Here is a picture of Magoo. He belongs to a friend I went to HS with. Magoo died today. http://www.facebook.com/home.php#/posted.php?id=567559607&share_id=139382241749#div_story_139382241749_139382241749

By: cc in WI

cc in WI — Thu, 17 Sep 2009 21:45:30 +0000

No sad story. Just an adorable critter whose eyes speak for him.
http://catherinemariecalvetti.com/images/bear_1.jpg

By: Robyn

Robyn — Thu, 17 Sep 2009 20:37:45 +0000

Hi~
Marilyn Sholin, my dear friend of more than 20 years, who photographed all my babies (2 children and 4 dogs) since their births, recommended that I submit my darling little angel Carly for your custom drawing contest. I lost my little white angel who was also my youngest baby last week on 11th September at the age of 14. I also had her mother and her aunt . She was born in my hand, all 4 1/2 ounces and 6″ of her, and died in my arms, and I am devastated and missing her more than I could ever say in words. Everyone who ever knew her was completely enchanted with her and I will send you my email submission.
Thank you for your consideration. Your drawings are just wonderful.
Best always,
Robyn

By: Charles Santelli

Charles Santelli — Wed, 16 Sep 2009 06:02:26 +0000

Molly (Miniature Dachshund, ??/??/???? – 08/31/2009):
• You touched so many hearts and triggered an endless number of smiles
• You were the ultimate snuggler, and never turned down a belly rub
• You enjoyed shopping with Mommy, and never complained no matter how long she took in the dressing room
• You fit in as a city dachshund, but thrived as a country dachshund
• You never backed down from a game of tug-of-war no matter how large your opponent
• You were always there to comfort those who needed a loving embrace
• You made our house a home, and warmed our bed on the coldest of nights
• You were a big sister to a puppy who needed guidance, and protected her from others even when she started it
• You’ve suffered through medical procedures, and have miraculously rebounded to ensure us that love could heal
• You always made coming home a happy occasion, and nipped our nose to let us know we were gone too long
• You were rescued by your mommy, but it is was your mommy who was rescued by you

In the end, we were by your side, just as you were by ours for so long. The six years you spent with us were not long enough to show you how much we loved you, and our lives will never be the same. Have fun with Duke, Rocky, Mindy, Samson, and all the other beloved pets that have gone before you, and watch over all those still here with us, especially: Liebe, Copper, Ruby, Primo, Rocco, and Brandy.
You will always be in our hearts and memories. Rest in peace.
Love Always,
Mommy, Daddy, and Liebe

By: Pam

Pam — Tue, 15 Sep 2009 14:16:12 +0000

I didn’t know this sweet girl, but you’ve just really captured her spirit… made me tear up!

:hug:

By: Karen M.

Karen M. — Tue, 15 Sep 2009 14:01:25 +0000

I am back this week re-entering Logan, my Leopard Gecko. I had to mail my photos to Leanne because my scanner was acting up. Anyway Logan ‘appeared’ at our house needing a forever home. Being a ‘furry’ animal lover, I was not so sure about this reptile creature. But he is gorgeous and funny and very entertaining, even if he does eat live crickets. I have come to love him very much. He is very easy to care for too. And believe it or not, the cats pay little attention to him. 🙂

By: Karen M.

Karen M. — Tue, 15 Sep 2009 13:55:30 +0000

Love this one for sure. I marveled at how you captured all the long, flowing fur…especially the fine strands all over the place. I also chuckled because her photo shows her smiling and your portrait reflected that as well. Very beautiful.