Annaliese

"Annaliese," 2x3ft, Oil on Canvas, Commissioned

Jazzy

Felt like painting a dog today, so I chose the beautiful Jazzy.  My dog, Lilly, has an Instagram account.  Shes a goofy and fun dog so I wanted a way to share her with everyone.  Instagram was the answer.  Her username is @lillytheaussie if you ever want to check it out and give her a follow.  This has opened a whole new world of dogs for me.  I have connected with some very creative photographers and dog lovers.  While I am just getting into photography (mostly of Lilly) my number one go-to for creativity is painting.  I love to paint and I love dogs, so that is prbably why you see so many dogs in my work!  So I decided to ask Instagram followers to tag their pups with #paintingsbykellidogs so I can have the chance to paint some of their lovely companions.  They are not obligated to purchase if I choose a photo, but they can if they would like to.  I am working paintings whenever I can get the time in between work and keeping Lilly entertained. Hope you enjoy the sweet face of Jazzy.

"Jazzy," 8x10, oil on canvas

  

Gigi the Giraffe

Enjoyed a morning of painting today.  This was my first attempt at a wild animal and it was pretty fun and different.  I have always loved giraffes.  They are very unique animals and I am always amazed, no matter how old I get, at how long their necks are.

"Gigi the Giraffe," 11x14 oil on canvas, $125

Be Brave

This painting was inspired by current events.  My heart hurts for the girls and their families in Nigeria.  This happens in many countries, including the United States, where women are taken and sold as if they were a commodity.  This painting represents the girls who are missing and in hope that human trafficking will one day be a thing of the past.

"Be Brave," 16x20, oil on canvas, SOLD

Simply Happy

Here is Lilly the Aussie.  I did this painting from a photo I had of Lilly on a day that we were doing one of her favorite things-- playing ball.  It was just something fun and bright to get back into the oils again...its been too long.

"Simply Happy," 16x20, oil on canvas

Pet Pop Art...

Hello, everyone! Its that time again to get your orders in if you want a one of a kind painting of your furry friend. Here is the price list: 4x6- $20, 5x7- $25, 8x10- $40, 11x14- $50, 16x20- $75, 18x24- $90. Each additional pet in a portrait will be $10. Shipping will also be an additional cost, but will vary on the size of the painting. These have made great gifts for friends and family! Please email me at paintingsbykelli@gmail.com for more information or to place your order.

"Pumpa & Mowgli," 18x24

"Roxy," 5x7

Lilly

8x10, oil on canvas, artist's collection.

I have been wanting to do an oil painting of my dog Lilly for a while now.  I wanted to capture her beautiful coat and how wonderful she is inside and out.  She has brought so much joy to our home and I am so thankful for her!  If you are interested in having a portrait done of your pet, please email me: paintingsbykelli@gmail.com .  I do watercolor pop art as well as the oils.  Prices differ according to the paint used as well as the size and subject(s).