Leftie & Mugsie

Lefty & Mugsie

4 x 4 inches, Oil on Board

I couldn't resist the naming these two little sheep this title. I took the back way home from an appointment today and on Parrish Road I noticed a small herd of sheep, most of which had the fluffy backsides, but I managed to burn into my brain the exact pair of sheep and decided they had to be painted as soon as I got home.

The resulting painting shown here did have some challenges is the area where lighting was starting to wain because clouds were moving that had thick and deep grayish bellies in the clouds. and this results in cooler light.and warmer shadows, I am please with the outcome.

It will be up for auction on DPW. Please click on the link. Thank you and GOD bless you with a great nite sleep. I know I'm getting sleepy listening to the debates,,. Bob Bates is doing a great job with controlling stumping

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