The Bunny Project

I just finished a series of illustrations for a story about an orphaned cottontail bunny. The project inspired me to jump up at 5:00 every morning, knowing that I had a deadline. I made use of every available minute to create the artwork. I loved every minute of my time spent in my studio or free time at my desk at school between classes. Now that my finished project is at the printer, my mind is exploring endless possibilities for another artistic endeavor.

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The World Wide Web

I am amazed at the number of people who have seen and purchased paintings from me, without me having to leave my studio. My normal schedule involves a route that could be covered by horse and buggy. I could even walk or run to the limited venues that I travel to on a regular basis. Call me lazy, but I don’t even have a real updated web-site. What I do have is Cactus Jack and Mesquite Joe. Their colorful internet presence  has generated sales all over the United States and as far as China, Italy, Hawaii and Canada.

You need not be a Texas Longhorn fan to appreciate the beauty of these handsome pasture ornaments.

My early attempts at capturing their awesomeness were greatly admired, but strictly by me, my most loyal friends and my Mom.

Longhorn

It was exciting to sell these early paintings. They were a part of me. I viewed my limited but much appreciated supporters as individuals with exquisite taste in art. I know that if I visited their homes and hung out with them, we would have much in common.

I surmise that in addition to Fauve like colors, what these early renditions lacked was obviously the movie star presence of Cactus Jack and Mesquite Joe. Many years ago, they were a birthday gift to my husband and fellow ranch hand, Tom. Their horns have continued to grow and they have provided us with years of entertainment and miles of footwork tracking them down when they tested the fence line.

We loved every minute of the adventures that these two led us on. They have no clue how many admirers they have all over the world. 

As long as they have cattle cubes and lush pastures, they  are content to live long healthy lives on the ranch where the green grass grows.

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Texas Longhorns

I love art and I love to share art with my family, friends and my amazing students that trust me to inspire and nurture their love of art, as well. There comes a time in many artist’s lives when they lean towards creating art to please other people. Then at some point, some of us create art that people would want to buy. It is exciting to sell a work of art. My favorite paintings that I have created are admired mainly by me and a limited  group existing of those who dearly love me.

When someone suggested a certain style, like HA “whimsical” I thought, well , I can do “WHIMSICAL” and the critic was right, my paintings that I see as “TACKY” have sold…..

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Molly Moo

I had a request to paint a dairy cow in the same style that my Longhorn paintings have been painted. I happen to find the perfect model ready to pose for cattle cubes. Her name is Molly and I am so happy that she was able to be my model. It was fun to create a totally different breed of cattle. The original is available as well as a limited edition of Museum Grade Archival Giclees. The original measures 16X20″. I can create a custom order in a larger size upon request.

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Julian Onderdonkey

Jules the donkey is named after Julian Onderdonk, a famous Texas landscape painter. I am working on a series of paintings of donkeys and burros. They can be seen on my Etsy site. Click here to purchase Jules and other paintings.

 

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Oil Painting of a Texas Longhorn

oil painting on panel

I have a series of paintings of Longhorn cows and other breeds of cattle. I am offering my original oil paintings and watercolors for sale for a limited time. Please contact me for pricing information. On my Etsy web-Site, I have a limited edition of signed and  numbered  Giclees,  reproduced on archival, acid free artist stock material.  My Giclees are on sale throughout the month of June at Leicalady.etsy.com

Brahman Calf

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American Kestrals

 

Watercolor Painting of American Kestrals

E-mail for pricing and details

rockinp@earthlink.net

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Burmese Mountain Dog painting

Goache and ink on Arches hot press paper

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Barred Owl

watercolor painting of Barred Owl

A limited edition signed and numbered Giclee is available through my Etsy sight. Please click on  Leicalady.etsy.com for details! Thank you!

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