First light, 2020
I was woken by the movement of this dancing figure in the first sunlight of 2020. Happy New Year, New Decade and a new 12 year cycle beginning 25th January. in the days, months and years to come. May you know great health, happiness and joy
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Siamese Cats in Banner Books, Ennistymon
A selection of my greeting cards and two studies of Siamese Cats are now available at Banner Books, Ennistymon, Co. Clare. Phone: 065 707 1372 Email: books@bannerbooks.ie #BannerBooks, #CoClare, #Ennistymon, #SiameseCats, #greetingcards,
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Lola
Lola; a very loving and energetic lab, going a little grey now aged 6, with a distinctive white blaze. Her portrait shows Lola looking like she is laughing at something- and yet relaxed. Her coat is gleaming. This portrait is one of a pair, Amber is Lola’s companion. As a pair the portraits relate to each other, while giving each dog their own space. Chinese inks on deep edged canvas. Testimonial from her owner; Fantastic Paintings by Sheena Meagher I asked Sheena if she would do a painting of our two lovely rescue dogs, Amber and Lola, as a present to celebrate my husband’s 80th birthday. I knew Sheena’s work and knew her love of dogs, especially rascally rescue dogs, so was delighted when she agreed. Sheena came over to the house when Noel was away to get to know the dogs. The dogs were very excited at first with a new visitor, especially one who was so fond of dogs herself. But they soon relaxed after their initial welcoming ceremony and settled themselves next to each other on the sofa in the sun room in their usual positions to see what would happen next. Sheena took lots of […]
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Amber
Amber; Loving, lazy, sleeps all day, and like all Sight hounds she loves to run! I feel this image shows Amber’s colouring, her eyes, and connection to what is going on around her. This portrait was one of a pair, Lola is her companion. As a pair the portraits relate to each other, while giving each dog their own space. Chinese inks on deep edged canvas. And here is her owner’s testimonial; Fantastic Paintings by Sheena Meagher I asked Sheena if she would do a painting of our two lovely rescue dogs, Amber and Lola, as a present to celebrate my husband’s 80th birthday. I knew Sheena’s work and knew her love of dogs, especially rascally rescue dogs, so was delighted when she agreed. Sheena came over to the house when Noel was away to get to know the dogs. The dogs were very excited at first with a new visitor, especially one who was so fond of dogs herself. But they soon relaxed after their initial welcoming ceremony and settled themselves next to each other on the sofa in the sun room in their usual positions to see what would happen next. Sheena took lots of photos of them […]
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Workshops in Chinese Inks
Chinese Inks and Brush Painting Workshops Covering a little about the philosophy and ethos of Chinese Brush painting techniques. Hands on painting bamboos, pandas, magnolia by moonlight, magnolia flowers, ‘held line’ and ‘flowing form’. If interested contact PetPersonalityPortrait@gmail.com www.SheenaMeagher.com www.PetPersonalityPortraits.com
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LULU A Beautiful Miniature Yorkshire Terrier with a Huge Personality
When I met Lulu for the first time she was the essence of a welcoming, happy and friendly dog. I created some drawings and Jan chose the one she preferred. As the painting revealed itself on canvas I noticed a certain expression I had not consciously picked up on when I looked into her eyes. I showed Jan the painting before doing any more work and Jan burst out laughing. “Yes”. I had caught the wonderful sassy nature to a tee! Lulu is gorgeous- and was a complete pleasure to paint. Thanks Jan for this testimonial; I cannot thank Sheena enough for the wonderful portrait of my daughters mini Yorkie, Lulu, Sheena captured Lulu’s sassy personality in a beautiful painting for my daughters 16th birthday. Aside from the wonderful painting we have, we had a wonderful experience with Sheena from first photo to finished product. A true and dedicated professional. Thank you Sheena Jan Lenihan
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Borzoi
Medium; Chinese inks on canvas. Size; 75cm x 100cm Borzoi; Fast, wavy coated Russian sight hound. Known as the ‘ballet dancers’ of the canine world, the Borzoi is streamlined, graceful and strong. Quiet, athletic and independent, they are gentle and sensitive with powerful hunting instincts.
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Relaxed yet Interested
Received from a satisfied customer; ‘It is a great joy to find an artwork that reflects the person you are buying for as a present. Sheena’s Lurcher images struck with great force when I came across them and as a result brought considerable pleasure to the friend who received the painting ‘Relaxed Yet Interested’. Sheena shows an intimate understanding and insight to the wonderful natures of the Lurchers and Whippets who, with the Greyhound are the undiscovered & ideal pets for any home and family. The effect our friend says it all. ‘Thank you! Thank you! You are both VERY naughty. The painting is absolutely fabulous and I love it.’ Stefan Nyland
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iheartwhippets charity auction 2016
1 – 8 May 2016 I was happy to be invited to donate a painting to the iheartwhippets Spring Charity Auction. iheartwhippets is dedicated to the love of whippets. Its main goal is to help raise much-needed funds for various Sighthound charities. iheartwhippets holds two on-line auctions per year, with the proceeds being split between three Sighthound rescues/groups. All money raised in the Spring Charity Auction will be donated to Senior Sighthound Project (50%), Just Whippets Rescue (25%) and Celia Cross Greyhound Trust (25%).
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Pit Bull Terrier
Dallas; A Great Smile! As an owner of a pitbull I am used to the discrimination that these dogs can endure but upon a chance meeting with Sheena she instantly saw the beauty within my dog regardless of breed. She did an amazing job capturing the essence of Dallas (my dog) and I could not be more pleased with her work. The picture, the cards and keyrings are all amazing and I’m glad to have these beautiful pieces that I can show my friends and family as I’m very proud of my dog and I love her dearly. Leona. Co. Kildare
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Shetland Sheepdog
This Shetland Sheepdog is a real character. He struts rather than walks- and his owner tells me he loves to look at his portrait!
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Wolfhound, Trinity College Dublin – engagement commission
While my Pet Personality Portraits feature the pet, I am sometimes asked to paint a pet with a special toy or in a particular place. An example is a painting of Sarah and Mark walking through the front gates of Trinity College Dublin with their Irish Wolf Hound, Ceili. “When I commissioned Sheena to paint a picture to give as an engagement gift for my daughter Sarah and her fiancé Mark I had an idea, an emotion I was trying to portray. After lengthy discussions, emails and a meeting, Sheena understood what I wanted and put her brilliant talent to work. I was absolutely delighted when I saw the finished painting, it had so much more meaning than I could ever have imagined. Sarah and Mark had met while studying in Trinity College. Sheena did a beautiful painting of Trinity but also of Sarah and Mark and Sarah’s beautiful Irish Wolfhound Ceili alongside them walking from the arch towards the front gates. It was just perfect, and it is now hanging very proudly over their fireplace. Sheena also painted in gold, two wedding bands entwined and after their marriage she will inscribe the dates in the bands. This is a […]
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Whippet
A beautiful and kind natured Collooney Whippet I had the opportunity to paint. When we commissioned Sheena to do a portrait of Ozzy, she insisted on spending time with him to get to know him. We are so happy with the final outcome as she has really captured the essence of his personality. It’s the Ozzy we see sitting on the couch beside us every night. We also love the painting on the coaster, cushion, greeting cards and key chain. John and Zul, Dublin
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A Hairy Dog
Study in Chinese inks on paper exhibited at ‘Dog Days’, a solo exhibition at Athy Community Arts Centre.
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