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Gruff
40 x 50cms framed Oil
"Gruff
has arrived – how fast is that Courier – it arrived in perfect condition and
super fast so that’s awesome.
Kimberly
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Oscar
30 x 40cms
Framed Oil
'Oscar is now on the wall in the hall. We had the family over for Christmas and all thought you had captured the essence of Oscar very well. He seems to be smiling at us out of the frame.
John
Testimonials'I
received the painting yesterday. It is beautiful it looks exactly like
him, when I showed mum my she was so happy and could not believe how good
it had turned out its really just like a mirror image of Banjo. I just
want to thank you for the wonderful job you have done it has been the best
gift I have ever given any one' '... I've been meaning to write to you anyway to say that my older dog Tasha is getting pretty old. She's blind, deaf, senile. She has a good appetite and so far her hips are holding out. But the reason I was going to write to you was to say that now that she's no longer the dog I knew, having the painting of her that you did of a couple years ago reminds me of the way she was. People might say that photos can do the same thing, but I think your painting really captured the essence of her that a photo doesn't.' Marybeth |
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Your Portraits have given us long lasting memories of our cherished ‘family members’. Your lead up work was very professional and personal. The attention to detail was certainly evident in the final paintings and it is an absolute credit to you with the way the paintings exhibit ‘life’. You capture more life than a photo ever could. You asked me how you could improve your service. How do you improve on perfection!!!! Vanessa |
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' I was so excited about giving the portrait to Jeff. Finally the moment had arrived and the unveiling was taking place. He was actually speechless when he saw it. It seemed like he didn't say anything for an eternity. His expression was one of full emotion, it moved him that much. He didn't need to say anything his face said it all. He was , is , so delighted with it. Once again thankyou Sue. With our heartfelt thanks , Karen & Jeff |
"When I commissioned a painting I wanted to get a good likeness & to capture his personality. You captured him beautifully. It's a great likeness, you're a talented artist and your service was professional." Michelle
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"This is the fourth painting we've had done by Sue and they've all been brilliant!" Gail |
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"That looks fantastic ! We're really happy with it!!" Liz " I love the shine he has .You're very clever." Bronwyn |
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I have been patiently waiting 65 days since he arrived to be able to give to and see Jeff's reaction. Karen The day- ' I was so excited about giving the portrait to Jeff. Finally the moment had arrived and the unveiling was taking place. He was actually speechless when he saw it. It seemed like he didn't say anything for an eternity. His expression was one of full emotion, it moved him that much. He didn't need to say anything his face said it all. He was , is , so delighted with it. Once again thankyou Sue. With our heartfelt thanks , Karen & Jeff
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Reference photo for John Boy. When enlarged his face was blurry so we had to get additional photos to help with his face and the part of the saddle hidden by Jeff. |
John Boy as he is now
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Anne Marie ‘Shelby
looks beautiful, I love it. I really like her eyes they are so life like. Thank
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'Jazzabout'50 x 60 cmsOil
We placed Jazza in a setting with the views of the property .Jazza is now retired but we painted him in his prime. " Thank you for the wonderful painting of Jazzabout. You have captured him in a way that shows off his beautiful kind eye and gentle nature, but have still managed to capture his happy soul. This horse is very dear to me and has given me a lot of enjoyment in both training and competitions .Now everytime I walk past this lovely painting I enjoy seeing him forever portrayed in Oils." Louise
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'We
received Scoobie's portrait yesterday! (so quick!) He
looks absolutely stunning - so much better than the photo!!! Thanks so much for creating such a wonderful keepsake for us!' Lindsay
& Jo
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'Jack'40 x 50cmsOil
"OK - I have waited till I had all the family here to give me their opinions. You have definitely captured his inquisitive nature. Jenny
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'Isobel'40 x 50cmsOil" It's all that I was after and more! It conveys the soft loving woman that is Isobel which is exactly what I wanted. It will be a treasured heirloom." Neville
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'Banjo'30 x 40cms Oil on deep edged canvas'I
received the painting yesterday.It is beautiful it looks exactly like
him, when I showed mum my she was so happy and could not believe how good
it had turned out its really just like a mirror image of Banjo. I just
want to thank you for the wonderful job you have done it has been the best
gift I have ever given any one'
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Dear
Sue Back
in October last year I knew my time with my beautiful German Shepherd
Jessie was coming to an end. I
didn’t know when but I knew I must start my search for the person who
could capture her essence forever on canvas.
A search of the entire world using the web provided an enormous
amount of choice. The location
of the artist I was planning to choose was only a minor consideration.
I needed to know the person I chose had the gift I knew I needed
them to have. You were
the one I chose. At
the end of December the time had come for me to say good bye to Jessie and
it was dreadfully heartbreaking. I
had your details and wrote to you soon after.
You responded immediately and I was impressed by your compassion
and professionalism. You worked with me to ensure I was happy every step of the way. From the initial photos to your first sketch, I knew I could trust you and I really did appreciate the way you stayed in touch with me. I think I was still very much in the initial stages of grieving and somehow you knew that and your sensitivity was incredibly helpful to me throughout the entire process. But
nothing, absolutely nothing could have prepared me for the moment I opened
up the canvas and saw your painting of Jessie.
It was as if she had been there in the flesh with you and you had
known her always. Incredibly
your painting is almost three dimensional and you have truly captured
Jessie on canvas, forever. I
am in awe of the way you have managed to capture her eyes and her
personality. Everyone has said
the same. I
am now in possession of the most precious item in the world to me. I have
the most beautiful portrait of my beloved Jessie, painted by a truly
remarkable Australian artist, Sue Linton.
I am incredibly grateful to you Sue. You
have the rarest of gifts in being able to reflect the truth through your
art and I could have never made a better decision than the day I chose
you. Thank you. Kindest regards always Leigh |
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'Sapphire,Gabrielle & Kiri'61 x 71 cms Framed Oil ‘ This picture will be a treasured and valuable addition to our collection and will have a special place in our home. Great really happy!!!!!!!! Peter & Sian
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Left - Here are the reference photos we used to create the portrait..
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'Emma and Balco'30 x 40cms Oil on deep edged canvas
'Lovely , so sweet! I love it it looks so like her." Anna
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Misty Lynx & Hot N Peppy 50 x 60cms Framed Oil
"I
received the picture this morning in the mail and it is AMAZING! I
can't wait to give it to Simon, fortunately this year is flying past so a
month shouldn't take too long. I did have to give it to one of the
girls here to look after at her house though so I didn't give in to
temptation! The way you captured their personalities is incredible, I
almost want to pat Peppy's outstretched muzzle.Thanks again, the portrait is
fantastic. I'll let you know Simon's reaction next month! Kelva 'When Simon saw the portrait he was quite speechless, and anyone who knows Simon will know that this is no mean feat!. He couldn't believe the likeness and how you captured their characters perfectly. It is quite incredible considering the lack of quality photos that you had to work with! Thank you so much for doing such a wonderful job of bringing our mares back to "life", we feel like they're still with us in a way.' Kelva (
Both mares had died of separate accidents within 3 weeks of each other. We
only had mobile phone photos for reference and they weren't very good so I'm
glad the portrait turned out as well as it did!- Sue)
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'BeeJay Park Piaf '25 x 30 cmsPastel" Wow It's like looking at her in person! Fantastic!" Shelley ( when Shelly was sent the photo of the portrait)
"I've just seen the painting - WOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Spectacular! You have really captured her character. It's perfect! Meg is going to be so delighted! I'll let you know the reaction!" Shelley ( when Shelly saw the actual portrait) 'She loved the painting!!!!! I wish you could have seen her face - she is delighted!' We really are delighted. Mum has just seen the painting and was blown away, she said you really brought BJ to life. Shelley
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'Orac'30 x 40cms Oil on deep edged canvas ( gallery wrap canvas)
'Thanks so much for painting our boat. What a fabulous surprise and the perfect present! – well done.' Steve We
had a photo of an Endurance 40 boat
sailing but I had
to customise it to look like Orac so I needed additional reference
photos taken .When I asked Steve
if he suspected anything with all the
extra photo's his wife was taking of the boat he said- Steve
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Lukey 30 x 40cms Framed Oil 'I'm speechless...it looks so much better in the flesh than on the computer. It's so 3D....he really stands out.." Bronwen ( That's what I say - a good painting is better than a photo. More 3D and lifelike. Sue) |
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Rio40 x 50cmsOil"That looks fantastic ! We're really happy with it!!" Liz " I love the shine he has .Your very clever." Bronwyn
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Dalyon25 x 30cmsOil"When I commissioned a painting I wanted to get a good likeness & to capture his personality. You captured him beautifully. It's a great likeness, you're a talented artist and your service was professional." Michelle
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"Brutus & Pippa"30 x 40 cms
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"Harry and Zack"40 x 50 cms
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'Mr Expensive , Cheryl Duff & All Zipped Up'75 x 85cms Oil'It's gorgeous!!" Cheryl ( Cheryl's horses)
Although it looks simple here this was a large complicated portrait. We used about 12 different reference photos to create the portrait. As it is going to be in a large room it is designed to be viewed from about 10- 15' away.
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Ruby & Gina20 x 30 cms
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Brandy & Molly25 x 30 cms
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Lysi30 x 40cmsOil on deep edged canvas"The painting is absolutely beautiful! It's so three dimensional, you could just reach out & hug her. I love that lovely baby fat and her eyes. She really looks like she is looking at you. Her nose is just like a puppy.. I feel like kissing it! " Leonie
Pet portrait of a Labrador puppy.
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Fluff 40 x 50cms Framed Oil 'It's lovely. Wasn't she beautiful? I got a bit teary when i saw the painting. Fluff was a rescue cat and young when she died" Sian |
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Logan
30 x 40 cms " Well I certainly received a wonderful suprise when I came home last night. I am just overjoyed with the gorgeous painting. The likeness to Logan and the attention to detail is fantastic. You have captured him so beautifully. I found myself walking into the room just to stand and gaze at him in the painting. I am so happy with the painting that a little later in the year I would like to discuss having another painting done of Samson & Bogart our dearest friends who passed away a little over a year ago. Once again thank you very much for such a beautiful painting I would only be too pleased to recommend you to anyone interested in commissioning any artwork from you . The painting and frame are gorgeous!" Michael & Leanne
Australian Pet Portrait of a Springer Spaniel |
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Winston & Rebel 50
x 60 cms " Your work is absolutely amazing ! The picture is just perfect - thankyou. Thanks again it's beautiful and I am absolutely positive he will love it ! Linda
" Hi Sue, Reno loved it. He's a man of few words. Everyone said how he was obviously wrapped in the portrait. He was truly over the moon showing everyone who came 'his boys'! Thank you again for a wonderful painting ." Linda
Australian Pet Portrait Painting of two Alsatian dogs
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Jack, Maverick & Cain (50 x 60 cms ) Framed oil " Julie was beside herself with your amazing picture she was crying her eyes out. Everyone was really excited over it." Linda " Thank you for the wonderful painting of my three boys. You've captured their personalities perfectly, when Linda gave it to me it literally left me speechless, Jack is getting old and we always wonder how much longer we will have him. This painting will bring lovely memories for ever." Julie Australian Group Pet Portrait of a Maltese Terrier , Alsatian & Labrador
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Winston 25 x
35 cms " The portrait is absolutely beautiful - you have really captured him, especially his eyes. I am so thrilled with it - well done you are so clever and talented. I was quite moved when I saw it. The painting will be treasured. " Marilyn " I thought I would let you know that sadly we had to have our dear Winston put to sleep on Tuesday. We are so grateful that we have his beautiful portrait to treasure and remain with our family always. He was the dearest , sweetest natured boy and we shall miss him terribly. Just had to let you know and say thanks for doing his portrait. You really captured him to the letter. I just wanted you to know what your artwork means to people like us with loved pets who are our family members." Marilyn Australian Pet Portrait Painting of a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
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Missey
& Tilley "Thankyou for a most beautiful painting , it is so lifelike and truly captures the characters of both dogs. Unfortunately we lost Missey just before Christmas and when I gave Harry the painting for Christmas he was overcome with emotion. He absolutely loved it and it is now in the dining room where we can see it throughout the day. Whenever we look at it it brings back beautiful memories of the life Harry & Missey had together and the joy that Missey brought into our lives. Once again thank you so much for a beautiful painting. We will cherish it forever." Harry & Sue
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Rex, Kina, Candy, Maverick & Rolly ( 30 x 40 cms ) Oil on gallery wrap canvas hang as is
"It looks awesome! Thanks so much." Carole " The family loved it!. Thankyou. It was a very big hit." Carole ( It was given as a Christmas gift)
Australian Group Pet portrait of Alsatians and a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
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Alex "When
I saw the portrait of Alex it brought me to tears. Sue has captured
his character and expression to perfection."
Australian Pet portrait of a Labrador dog
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