Bella

 Bella, the Bernese Mountain Dog

This is a painting of our dog Bella, sadly we had to say goodbye. After 14 and half years of age, which is older than normal for that breed. She lived a wonderful life and traveled the country. She loved sitting on this bench when we stayed at Cape Sand Blas and walking the beach with her sunglasses on. Everyone loved her. She loved everyone. Maybe she lived a long life because of her attitude and the fact that my husband made her meals that she ate three times a day, including her vitamins, plus treats. Dogs truly are a best friend who love you unconditionally. 

 

The Romeo 3

Mickey, Max, and Milo

This painting is a recent commission. Thank you so much. It is 16x20" on a museum quality gesso board and is in the owner's antique frame.  I brought the gold back to new by cleaning and applying several coats. The owner found me painting at a Plein air event and saw a couple of my small paintings. She said she had been looking for the right artist for six years and finally found me. 

I meet wonderful people and get to know about their special family members. 

Frequently, when I paint a family pet the person has or lost, they have emotions and tears when they see the finished painting. Tears can be healing, as they are a natural mood booster and help with emotions and pain. It helps your brain reset and heal. It brings joy to my heart that I may be a part of helping someone in that process.

To reach me, you can email at Lhartworks@aol.com or text 810-797-6169

 

Horse Friends

 

Horse Portraits

I didn't realize I hadn't published these for you to view. Maybe because I have one more to complete, but I will post that later. They are all going to the owner of these beautiful horses. And a Big thank you for commissioning me. It means so much to me when my work is hanging on the wall of homes.

I love to hear your comments, and you can text me at 810-797-6169 

Grand Opening

New Gallery in Town

Make plans to come to the Grand Opening of the Little Art Barn Gallery in our hometown of Hadley on a beautiful Fall Saturday, October 4th

 

Stable Tour

 

2025 Stable Tour

This was a very warm day but beautiful in Metamora.  After I found a spot in the shade, this view caught my eye. The light on the end of the isle drew me through the barn to the beautiful horse on the other side, welcoming me to walk through. This is an 11x14" stretched canvas in Acrylic.

For more information or interest in seeing other paintings, contact me at Lhartworks@aol.com or text 810-797-6169

Thanks so much for following my work and I love to hear your comments.

Garden Walk 2024

Garden painting

I had completed a painting in a past Troy Garden Walk in the back yard of their beautiful garden. It was a little difficult to decide between all the lovely colorful choices I had. I was so pleased to hear from the owners this year when they asked me to paint their front yard. They now have one of their front and back gardens, which is also wonderful to enjoy during the winter months.

Thank you so much

If you are interested in a painting of your garden or something special at your location, contact me soon to schedule for next year. 810-797-6169 or Lhartworks@aol.com

 

Stable Tour

 

Metamora Stable Tour

This was my first year plein air painting at the Stable Tour in Metamora. You can purchase tickets to tour wonderful stables. The event is in August each year. you may want to put it on your calendar for next year. Even though I had plenty of choices to paint at this stunning location with beautiful buildings and landscape; as I drove in, the first thing that caught my eye was the entryway to the property where the horses enjoy their pasture.

This piece now belongs to the owners of the property. Thank you so much.

Love to hear your comments and any future requests. Please contact me 

Antique Platter

 

Repairing an Antique

The top photo is before I did repair of this antique piece and the bottom photo is after completion. Not something I normally do but was a client's request. I think it turned out beautiful and preserved this beautiful old piece to enjoy for many more years.

share your comments. I love to hear them. For questions about something you may be interested in, you can contact me at 810-797-6169

Troy Garden Walk 2022

 Troy Garden Walk 2022

This painting is in Acrylic on canvas. I enjoy plein air painting in gardens and doing floral work. It is an absolutely beautiful garden with a koi fishpond and a variety of floral and greenery at the Flocke residents. There were so many choices of views to take in, I could have made several paintings.

I am happy to say, this piece is hanging in their home. They can enjoy the beauty of their garden in the wintertime now, as well. Thanks so much for your purchase.

I will be painting in the Troy Garden Walk this year on July 10th. Come, enjoy the gardens and say Hello.

For interest on my painting in your garden, please contact me by 810-797-6169 or email Lhartworks@aol.com

I love to hear your comments, thanks so much

Cow Statue

Milking Shorthorn Cow

This was a little different request for me to do also. Normally, the statues of cows in front yards that you see are black and white for dairy cattle. This one is going to a farm that raise Gurnsey. Originated in the channel island between France and England, named after Gurnsey island. I had a photo of one of their cows for reference so I could duplicate the same markings. Now she will stand proudly outside at their farm. Please share your comments. Thanks much.

 

Clarkston Garden Walk

CLARKSTON GARDEN WALK

Three acres of amazing beautiful gardens, paths through the woods and statues. Again, I could have picked several places to paint. I chose this spot as you enter the garden. The light shining through  the banana trees and the beautiful blue colors with flowers and the peacock caught my eye. What a peaceful and relaxing spot to paint. This painting is an 8x10" canvas in acrylic. The owner has purchased and in his collection.

Both the Troy and Clarkston garden walks are in July each year if you are interested in them.

 

Troy Garden Walk

 

TROY GARDEN WALK

This is a plein-air painting that I created during the Troy garden walk. I also worked on it at home as I can't get all that done in one day. As I walked around all the landscape and lovely flowers, it took me a little bit to decide just where to paint. It turns out the spot that spoke to me was one of the home owners favorite. I also love how they incorporated some old iron pieces among the landscaping. The little statue of is painted in memory of Jack. This painting is 16x16" in Acrylic on canvas. Purchased and in collection by he homeowner.

Mare & Colt

This is a large painting on canvas. 36"x 48". Mare and Foal. Notice this beautiful copper color Palomino mare with all the dappling throughout her body. That made the painting a little more time consuming considering my realism work. Yes, a Palomino horse can produce a Paint foal. Interesting isn't it.

This painting is in the home of a private collector. I am very thankful for those that love my work.

Questions can be emailed to me or text 810-797-6169