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I finished this painting a week or so ago. A commission - the dog's name is Trooper. He is a very handsome boxer who is sweet, happy, playful, and very well endowed. I had a couple dozen reference photos taken by me and also by the owner, and as we were looking them over she pointed to his gigantic penis in one of the photos and said "What are we going to do about that?" His penis seemed to be the center of attention no matter what. I suggested the three quarter turn of the pose and just kind of ignored it when I painted. The painting is 36" x 48" and intended for a spot in the family room above a hutch - making his penis at eye level.I don't normally emasculate the subjects in my portraits but this seemed to be a necessary exception, considering his impressive size. He was fun to do despite the rearrangements and I look forward to doing more dogs. My next dog portrait is going to be a four foot chihuahua.

Comments

[Bonnie]

I remember seeing those photos,Chris! You came up with a very creative solution. Good job!

[Jackie Jacobson]

Chris I love this painting. And I love Trooper. You will always be my favorite painter of dogs. You are the best, and I'm so glad to have you as a friend.