Meet Dexter - Jack Russell Rescue of Ontario

Hi there, my name is Dexter and I am 9 years old, and about 17 lbs. I am looking for a new home due to young children in the house now that I don not get along with... I find them WAY too unpredictable, you know? As you can see, I don't mind the kitty who lives here, and we have another doggie here too, and I am cool with that as well! Like most jacks, I have met some dogs I am not very fond of, but many that I was as well! I love to chase a ball, play with stuffies and sqweekies, and love nature too! I would like a nice calm home with adults who aren't going to shut me off in another room or a crate all the time, I just want to be around you, you'know? I need to learn that I am the doggie of the house, but with positive training like treats, not being scolded etc. I was left at home alone alot in my first few years and so would like a home where I will not be alone all day long... If you think you might have room in your house and heart for Me, please don't be shy ok? I am very healthy, neutered, and all my shots are up to date! Adoption fee $200

Dexter is up-to-date with routine shots, house trained and spayed/neutered

To view Dexters Petfinder Page click the link below:

http://www.petfinder.com/petdetail/15804669

Visit the Jack Russell Rescue of Ontario and see how you can help:

www.russellrescue.org

Experiments in Black and White, and shades of ... Jack Russell, by Julie Deans, Artist

Lately I've been neglecting my forest photography adventures, but I am finding that the older I get, the more I melt in the humid weather. And this summer, above average humidity seems to be the norm, forcing me to hibernate in my (thankfully) air conditioned home. So, I have to make due with what I've got at home for photos - and what I've got at home is a little crazy dog who likes to pose for the camera - though she'd prefer it if she made the rules, and not me.

This time, since we were indoors, without a bright blue sky or abundance of foliage for colour, I decided to experiment with some black and white (and shades of, with some colour blended in). The little dog seems to translate well to monochrome, it makes her look more debonaire and sophisticated.

She was getting bored with this shoot at the end ... it's not as fun when there is no toy or bone involved. What can I say ... she's just not a serious dog. Lazy? Yes. Tough? Yes. Smart? Hell yes! Serious? Not a chance. Takes after her people I suppose ...

Digital Artwork with a Jack Russell Model

Brandy poses for some digital pieces last year. Yes, I said last year - opps, I realize that I've slacked a bit in showcasing these.  I've created a bunch of different pieces from my own photos, and if you're interested in having a look at them, please stay tuned to this blog as I will be posting more in the future. Nothing for sale at this time though, I've still got the task of testing out the print quality on my Epson Stylus R1900.

To see more of my traditional artwork, visit my website:

www.juliesillustration.com

Random Cartoon

Can dogs obsess? They sure can, and studies on dog behaviour issues, obsessions, fears, additions and imbalances etc. have become useful when looking at and researching similar behaviour quirks in humans. Hell, even the medication used in treatments is the same at times.
Can dogs have additions? Oh yes indeedy...toys and food come first to mind. It seems that additions and obsessions often go hand-in-hand - one can be addicted to and obsess over anything really.
The above picture is Brandy's obsession and addiction. The coveted BALL. I don't know what makes it so good, so luscious, so needed, but to her, it is all encompassing when it makes an appearance. Everything else ceases to exist when the ball comes out to play. I guess we all have our idiosyncrasies - crazy dog.

Milo's Acrylic Portrait is Complete!

Whew, after a long, hard fought battle with the 36"x36" canvas, I have finally overcome all odds, and am now victorious!

I will let the pictures tell the story for this one. I've compiled all of the progress photos so that you can actually see how the painting took shape over time. And of course, Brandy pitched in at the end.

It was very satisfying to work on a piece this large as the progress was so obvious all the way along ... helps with motivation.

Background and outline first

Under painting - have a lot of ground to cover

Blocking in depth and shadows

Starting to take shape

Highlights, outlines and shadows, he looks like a real dog now

Final highlights and shadows, touch ups on the outlines

Signature, and ahhhh, completion

Apparently it's extraordinarily stressful to pose in front of a painting for me

Happy Canada Day!

Happy Canada Day to all my fellow Canadians! Here's to the greatest country in the world! Or at least I think it is. You've got it admit, it's a gorgeous place to live.

I suppose others my not necessarily agree, as today is also the first day of the new HST tax in Ontario. Not a big fan of that little nugget, but you win some and you loose some ... eh?

Looking for activities in the Milton area on Canada's 143rd birthday? Check out the link below and see what celebrations our little-big town is holding today.

http://www.miltoncanadaday.ca/events.htm