Whatcha Doing Tonight?" a cowboy painting in oils



Whatcha Doing Tonight?" a cowboy painting in oils on an 11" x 14" stretched canvas. This ruggedly- handsome cowboy seems be be asking what are you doing tonight,because he just might have plans for you to enjoy his favorite cozy cafe', then take you to dance the night away!  Contact me at my web site : sandracutrer.com or at: sandrasart777@aol.com for more information. I love taking commissions, and offer a layaway plan just for you!

Blessings,
Sandra Cutrer
sandracutrer.com


Lazy hands make a man poor, but diligent hands bring wealth. (Proverbs 10:4)
Lazy hands make a man poor, but diligent hands bring wealth.

Sport,a Chion pet portrait in oils by Sandra Cutrer

"Sport" is a Chion- part long-haired Chihuahua and part Papillion.

 

I started with my drawing. Everything looked good except for the mouth area, which I corrected before adding any paint. Then I added the first layer of my darkest-darks and background colors. The ears have lots of reds and orange hues since the sun light was actually in Sport's face. The photo I worked from shaded the eyes way too much, so I used my Photoshop to lighten the eyes so I could see both enough to paint them, yet not over-lighten them. Once I have my darkest-darks in, and my drawing is good, I start adding the next layers, building up the fur, adding highlights to the grasses in the background, then finally adding the hairs in and around Sport's beautiful ears.

I really enjoyed the challenge of painting Sport, as I haven't had the pleasure of meeting him. The owner is pleased and she thinks I captured his lively and sweet spirit. Of course, that makes me happy, and super pleased!

If you are interested in a commissioned pet portrait of your sweet pet, please contact me at : sandrasart777@aol.com or visit my web site at: sandracutrer.com. 

I hope you enjoyed a Merry Christmas and that 2013 will bring you God's love,peace, and joy!

 

 

Blessings,

Sandra Reeves Cutrer

 

Ezekiel 36:25-27 
"Then I will sprinkle clean water on you, and you will be clean. Your filth will be washed away, and you will no longer worship idols. And I will give you a new heart with new and right desires, and I will put a new spirit in you. I will take out your stony heart of sin and give you a new, obedient heart. And I will put my Spirit in you so you will obey my laws and do whatever I command. (NLT) Also see John 3:3, and Acts 2:38,39.

Tells a Story, Native American Indian by Sandra R Cutrer

"Tells a Story" is a pencil and pastel work on an 8" x 10" piece of tan Strathmore paper. The Native American Indian is dressed in his regal full headdress, wearing a look that speaks to me of a time when the young joyfully would listen and learn.

There are probably many "older folks" out there tonight who have stories to tell, but can't seem to find  anyone who will take time out of their busy lives to listen. They have lived and experienced so many things in their long lives. Their wisdom could save us all a lot of heart aches and troubles- if we would only listen. Many countries and cultures still show full respect and patience for their elders.
In this busier-than-ever time of year, stop and take a few minutes out of your day to make a telephone call to someone you consider "old", but wise. Give out a hug or two, and lend an ear for a few moments to an older neighbor, maybe someone who will spend this holiday season all alone. Listen once  more to that story that you might have already heard a dozen times. Maybe, just maybe, this will be one of your favorite highlights during this special holiday. After all, it  really is all about love.

Do nothing from rivalry or conceit, but in humility count others more significant than yourselves. Philippians 2:3

Merry Christmas, 

Sandra R Cutrer 

sandracutrer.com

Christmas in the South

This afternoon, my husband and I took a walk around our neighborhood. Leaves were still falling while some people were out decorating their front yard with colored lights and wooden Santa's. Others were washing their cars, mowing their grass, and raking up leaves mixed with now-rotted pecans the squirrels had refused to eat or store away. I mean, heck, they don't need many considering it was 80 degrees and already the second day in December! They've already stored-up the warm tree-trunk holes, but continue to lay out on the limbs to stay cool.

We were both born in south Louisiana, lived there for many years, and moved eight years ago to southeast Texas, yet we are still amazed every year around this time when we are running our A/C's full blast while playing Christmas music on our CD player! I mean, who can bake cookies and feel like singing,"White Christmas" when it is probably 100 degrees (or more) in the kitchen?

Okay, so we aren't freezing like the elves on the North Pole, or blowing away snow drifts ten feet high from our front door. And we are less than ten minutes from our local beach. Many would trade places with us, especially when we get to keep our power on all "winter" since the possibility of an ice storm is near zero.

It could be that we're really blessed to live in the south.Our sandy beach still looks inviting, rather like a sort of "warm" snow don't you think? Horses and Horseback riders are enjoying the sun and breezes are welcome since they aren't freezing our noses off.

"Yep", as we say sometimes in the south, "maybe everything ain't so bad after all."

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Blessings,

Sandra R Cutrer

MERRY CHRISTMAS

Isiah 9:6 "Unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given, and his name shall be called... THE MIGHTY GOD...

Blue Boy, a feral kitten in oils by Sandra R Cutrer

Blue Boy is a Russian Blue feral kitten that seemed to get stuck in a small tree near my yard. I ran inside, grabbed my camera (for reference photos) and pulled a ladder out of my garage to get this shot. After several great shots, he flew out of the tree like a flash. I left out food, but he never returned. I've painted him in quality oils on an 8" x 10" professional artist board, ready for your favorite frame!Please scroll down to my listing for more of my work. I love taking commissions, especially for animal portraits. You may contact me at: sandrasart777@aol.com for questions or comments. Thanks for looking at my work and reading my blog.

"Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God." Philippians 4:6

Blessings,

Sandra Reeves Cutrer

sandrasart777@aol.com
979-236-2907

SOLD!!! Although "Blue Boy" is sold, I would love to paint one similar to this one as. I would love to paint a portrait of your beautiful beloved pet. Contact me for any questions or comments. Thank you!

Portrait painting commission I am working on

The drawing is done and I have added a couple of layers of paint- lots more work to do, though! This portrait is for a lovely young lady (a gift from her loving Mom) who misses her dad. He passed away from cancer- not my favorite word to hear. Many of you know that I lost my only daughter to ovarian cancer. Sadly, dad very recently passed from cancer. My prayers are continually toward a quick discovery of all cancers! My husband and I support Saint Jude and The Ovarian Cancer Research Center.

I hope you will come back and see my progress with this piece. I am working on several pieces and hope to finish several before the holidays are upon me! Wow, time really does fly. It seems like only a month or two has passed since I took down my Christmas decorations from last year!!!
Have a blessed Thanksgiving and thanks for looking at my blog.

To see more of my work, please scroll down. If you are interested in purchasing a painting, have a question, or would like for me to paint your pet or a portrait of someone you love, please contact me at: sandrasart777@aol.com.

 

“A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another.  By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another.”

John 13:34-35 New International Version (NIV)

Blessings,
Sandra Reeves Cutrer

Sounds of Paris a city steet scene in oils by Sandra R Cutrer

"Sounds of Paris"

I used one of many photos that I took while in Paris a few years back. My older son and I had a wonderful week running around this glorious city, and I am missing it and wishing I were back there. The sights, the smells, the beautiful museums and so many wonderful people, tons of things to do...

We recently had a death in the family, so I haven't been at my easel for the last week or so.
A death makes me think about life even more than I normally do, and what is truly important. Our lives are so fleeting, so short, "like smoke through a keyhole" or "like a vapor".
Enjoy the people around you, love those you love a little bit harder, and be thankful for the gift of life.

Blessings,
Sandra Reeves Cutrer

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Make a joyful noise unto the LORD, all the earth: make a loud noise, and rejoice, and sing praise. Psalm 98:4