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About six months ago, this charming watercolor painting of Burger showed up as a surprise Christmas present in our mailbox. Ain’t he cute?
Fast forward to the present day. The thoughtful artist, Gadora Wilder (the snappy alter ego of Stephanie Lewis) is back to offer up a fun YHL giveaway. Which means one of you will score an artistic still life of your very own canine, cat, canary, chameleon or even chair (yes, Gadora does pets and still lifes a plenty)! That way you can capture your favorite furry friend or proudest decorating decision as one-of-a-kind artwork.
Based on a photo you submit, she’ll digitally enhance it, print it on watercolor paper, over-paint it with watercolor, mat it, and send it back to you all ready to frame.
So here’s how to get your shot at this week’s prize:
- PRIZE: One 8×10 custom watercolor of your pet (or any other still life) by Gadora Wilder
- TO ENTER: Comment on this post with the words “WATERCOLOR THIS!” and…
- BONUS QUESTION: …tell us what pet photo or still life you’d love to have rendered as a painting. An especially cute pic of your feline snuggled in bed? A goofy photo of your pup in the snow? Or that favorite cozy corner of your living room? Feel free to include a link or post the pic over on our Facebook page too.
- GIVEAWAY CLOSES: Wednesday, May 5th at 8pm EST
- NUMBER OF WINNERS: ONE
- PRIZE SHIPS: This prize ships anywhere in the world!
- USUAL STUFF: One entry per e-mail address is permitted. The winner will be selected using random.org and announced on Thursday. Good luck!
Find more freebie info on our Giveaway FAQs page. Pics courtesy of Gadora Wilder.
Erin says
WATERCOLOR THIS!
As a young puppy lost in the hills of Berkeley, Ella had little future, but fortune found her and two neo-hippies discovered her and brought her to the Berkeley Canine Rescue. Kismet stepped in and brought her to me on Third Street where her puppy dog eyes and waggy tail made me walk away holding a leash with her on the other end of it. I would love to celebrate her 7th Birthday with a beautiful piece of art!
Lindsey D. says
WATERCOLOR THIS!
We would love to have a watercolor of our Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. He absolutely loves the beach – it would be wonderful to have him frolicing in the sand!
http://picasaweb.google.com/LindseyHDeMoss/Bauer#5467139714369367010
Stephanie says
WATERCOLOR THIS!!!
I have this ridiculously adorable pic of my 90 lb doberman/pit mix hiding under our bed.
Tara Davis says
WATERCOLOR THIS!
I recently adopted a sweet little mutt, Agnes, that I would love to have the pic of!
Melissa M says
WATERCOLOR THIS! I would definitely go with our two dogs, snuggling in the backyard!
Mandy Ford says
Watercolor this! Are children possible subjects because my boys would of course be my first choice. :)
Mary Catherine Sears says
WATERCOLOR THIS…
I have the best photo of our black lab, Andy, that is on my BB. I would love to have it as a watercolor forever! It would make a perfect anniversary present for my hubs!
carrie c says
Watercolor this…a toss up between my mutt Molly catching a frisbee on the beach or my little shih tzu Bailey sleeping under the covers….
Erin says
Watercolor this!
I have two wonderful kitties that would look amazing in watercolors. I’d just have to sort through my plethora of pictures to find the perfect photo!
Laura says
Watercolor This!
I’d love to have a watercolor of my cat!
CaitStClair says
WATERCOLOR THIS!
I’ve actually been wanting to have a painting done of my horse but I haven’t been able to afford it. This would be amazing!
Andrea C. says
Watercolor this! I have a really cute pic of my two dogs sitting in our front doorway I’d love to see make into watercolor art!
Dana says
“WATERCOLOR THIS!”
Maybe of my cat or of the view from my deck.
Kris Hannah says
Watercolor THIS!
A closeup shot of my 10 y.o. cat Gus all but making out with my daughter’s hairbrush (okay okay, hugging it very tightly. And lovingly.)
Kerry says
Watercolor This!
I’d love a pic of my white German Shepherd named Daisy
laying down in a field.
Hannah Bergman says
WATERCOLOR THIS! My cream Pomeranian Monte thought it was a grand idea to run outside and roll in the dirt RIGHT AFTER I BATHED HIM! Here is a link to the aftermath photo. Its my favorite photo of him of all time:)
http://i225.photobucket.com/albums/dd49/hannahbergman/5196_102062830871_518175871_2541085.jpg
Ashley @ The Design Thief says
WATERCOLOR THIS!
I would have the front my house painted. It’s so unique and I’d love to have it immortalized :)
Maria Fuentes-Archilla says
WATERCOLOR THIS!
A photograph of my son =)
Shruti says
Watercolor this!
My two furbabies playing in the backyard of the brand new house we closed on last week!
mel zeiger says
WATERCOLOR THIS!! I would love to have a watercolor of Xander, our Ridgeback, Gretta, or mix and Tyler, our real baby, looking out the window waiting for dad to come home :)
Lynn L says
Watercolor this ! My cat Max who is 15 years old, basically the only thing she does is sleep, but you gotta love her ! ! !
beth says
WATERCOLOR THIS!
I would love to get this done of one of my favorite photos of my dog!
Sarah H. says
WATERCOLOR THIS!
I would enjoy having a watercolor of Gilgamesh, our terrier/chihuahua mix. I would choose one of his pics that show off his big, brown eyes and floppy ears!!!
Katie Daniel says
Watercolor This! This is too cute!
Page says
WATERCOLOR THIS!
Jill says
watercolor this!
I’d love to have a painting of our two beloved dogs who passed away in recent years. They were an important part of our family and are greatly missed.
Carol Terry says
Watercolor this!
I have a wooden chair that has really pretty lines and I’d like a picture of that. Of course, if I had a pet, I’d want a picture of it!
Thanks!
Amie & Abbey Cat says
Watercolor this…Abbey Cat all poofy cheeked because she is playing with her favorite…peacock feather! Everytime she is in feisty play mode her little cheeks poof up and it’s just about the cutest thing ever, like her little lion alter-ego comes out. I just love it. Her whiskers stand straight out too! Oh, it’s just adorable.
Kristy says
WATERCOLOR THIS!
I’d love to see my adorable dachshund in a watercolor!
Lauren R says
“Watercolor this!!”
I have a beautiful Bengal cat and would love a rich watercolor painting of him!
Stacey says
Watercolor this!
My 8 yr old dog Bailey looking at the seagulls at our house on the coast….see loves to watch and then chase them!
Melissa says
Watercolor this!
I would love a portrait of my dog Scooter. Here’s a link to his little portion of my blog: http://ourlittledogtoo.blogspot.com/p/our-little-dog.html
:)
Carrie says
Watercolor this!
I’d like to have a watercolor done of my bulldog Dexter. http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_SqLwm-DhQuc/S2wewEELspI/AAAAAAAAB1o/6cqSA2SBVcQ/s1600-h/DSC01000.JPG
Caity Garness says
Watercolor This!
I have a picture of my little chihauhau pup looking down from the stairs with a “What?” look. Love it!
Liz G. says
WATERCOLOR THIS!
I have an adorable red and white beagle that I would LOVE a painting of :)
Meagan says
Watercolor This!!
Since pet people call their animals “kids” can kid people call their child “pet”? If so I would love to send in a pick of my little pet from when he was a baby (you know the English do it right, refer to a person as “pet” as a term of endearment!!).
Thanks for these fun giveaways!!
Brittany Gegan says
WATERCOLOR THIS!!!
I think I would have to see if she could get my black lab Kathy as well as my two cats Penguin and Lurina all in a picture together! Since it is near impossible in real life…
That or maybe some pretty flowers…
Amanda says
Watercolor This!
My little girl Millie – a lab/pit bull mix. She’s the apple of my eye.
Katy Leischner says
WATERCOLOR THIS!!
I would LURVE a portrait of our sweet pup Annie. She’s the apple of our eye!!
Beautiful work!!
Cat F. says
WATERCOLOR THIS!
What a fun giveaway! I’d love to put a portrait of my family’s dog, Zoe, on the mantle – the had part would be deciding whether to capture her in hang-out mode (lolling tongue, splayed out on the grass under the shade of the dogwood) or in terminator mode (ears perked, slight crouch, “this-is-serious-business” look on her face).
Jennifer says
WATERCOLOR THIS!!
Definately my kitty Emmett!!
Megan says
WATERCOLOR THIS!
Would get my dog, Irie…although the majority of the picture would be her huge ears!
Terri says
“WATERCOLOR THIS!”
Definately my beautiful and spunky cats Oliver and Mollie!!
Sarah K. says
Watercolor this!
I’d love to have a painting done of my Scottish Terrier! I have a few decent photos of him, but amazing photos of black dogs can be so hard to obtain. A watercolor could capture all of the emotion in his eyes that so many photographs leave out.
Lisa in Seattle says
WATERCOLOR THIS!
I’d try to get a really good pic of all three ferrets. Failing that, maybe a couple of them. Or just one. Heck, maybe just a body part. They don’t sit still for very long.
Victoria says
Watercolor this…or that…or the other one. I would pick either a picture of my two cats sleeping in a heart-ish shaped pile. Or I would send in a picture of my house. Or I might send in a picture of my husband and his great-grandfather, who passed away last year at 97 years old (depending on if she can do her magic with a picture that is printed on copy paper in color ink).
marianne says
WATERCOLOR THIS!
My chihuahua or my horse
mollie says
watercolor this!!
I’d love a water color rendition of my favorite childhood black lab, Bonnie:) Great giveaway… thanks!!
amelia says
WATERCOLOUR THIS!…
i’de love a watercolour original of my one and only puppy Elvis! He has so many cute positions, but i think i would love one of him sleeping on our bed, curled up in our sheets. It’s so cute and peaceful.
RD Shugart says
WATERCOLOR THIS!
A precious picture of my little mutt, Cody. He is part cocker spaniel, pekingese and daschund, and the sweetest thing. I rescued him from an abusive situation 14 years ago and he has seen me through many hard times as well as fond memories. He is totally blind now and must be carried everywhere, but he still sleeps with his head on my pillow every night!