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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.
Kaitlin says
Watercolor this!
Our rescue puppy Meatball.
Melissa says
Watercolor this! I would have a painting of our super-cute Sadie dog being sweet :) She’s an Australian Kelpie who is 40% ears and 60% tail
Caitlin says
WATERCOLOR THIS
I’d get this picture I have of my cat, Tucker showing his furry white belly in all its fluffy glory.
Rebecca says
WATERCOLOR THIS!
My Moose and I have this weird thing that we do…my forehead fits like a puzzle piece into the hollow at the base of his nose. When he’s feeling especially sentimental, he will press his face into mine. I finally got a photo of it, and I’d LOVE to have it turned into a painting!!!
Andrea P says
WATERCOLOR THIS!
I would love a watercolor of my first house or of my two little kittens!
Alyssa says
WATERCOLOR THIS! I have a painting of my oldest dog, but I’d love to have one of my new pumpkin.
Megan says
watercolor this!… we have a dog and a cat…but i may choose a decor item instead…
Tracy says
Watercolor this!
We have this great picture of our dog, Bodhi, running around a hiking sign in Lynville Gorge. He has always been my husband’s hiking companion and this image captures it perfectly. In fact, we even used the image to make a shopping list gift for my mother-in-law from picpads.com. Since this would by my husband’s first father’s day, this painting would make for the perfect gift!
Kathy says
“WATERCOLOR THIS!”I love this idea! I would definitely have her do a pic of my two dogs snuggling together. So cute.
libbie says
WATERCOLOR THIS!
I would have a painting done of my little dog Theodore aka Teddy. I have a sweet picture of him with some beautiful hydrangeas out in our front yard.
B says
WATERCOLOR THIS!
My beautiful lab.
Lindsey says
WATERCOLOR THIS!
We just adopted a sweet terrier mix named Duncan and we’re head over heels for him. We’d love a painting of him!
Amanda says
WATERCOLOR THIS!
I would definitely love have a painting of my English Bulldog, Colbie!
darbi says
I think you’re having the baby. Now!
Peggy says
WATERCOLOR THIS! My beloved sheltie Aja.
Lauren says
WATERCOLOR THIS!
I would love to have a painting of our dog, Rags. His personality definitely shows through in photographs and I would love to transition that into a painting of him.
Ivey C. says
Watercolor this…
My wonderful retired racing greyhound Bebe (racing name Bulz I Bonny) doing what she loves to do most … nothing! (I bet you thought I was going to say run, huh?). She is retired and loving every minute! She sits all day in her favorite chair with her legs crossed – such a lady.
Courtney says
WATERCOLOR THIS!
Amanda Mowry says
Watercolor this!
I have a goofy pic of my little sis and my puggle pup. My sister has sinced passed away and this pic makes me smile. I’ll post it on Facebook!
Rebecca Spence says
WATERCOLOR THIS!!!
I have posted a pic of my darling Miller on your facebook page. He is a very cute, yet very cheeky beagle.
Take a look at my design and photography blog – http://beccadesignsandphotography.blogspot.com/
Stacey says
WATERCOLOR THIS!
How funny I was at a Fetch-a-Cure art fundraiser this past weekend and told my husband how much I would love a painting of my late cat Tommy Boy (not named after the movie). I miss him more now than ever since I am pregnant with my first child and I will never see them together.
Jane says
WATERCOLOR THIS! I’d love to have a portrait of my two-year old Maltese, Bubba. Never having been blessed with children, this little honey is the love of my life! I’ll try to link up his picture on Facebook so you can see how handsome he is :) Thanks!
carey says
WATER COLOR THIS!
There is an adorable picture of my beagle sitting upright in the back seat of my car…all ready to go. :) Adorable. Love this idea!
Blair says
WATERCOLOR THIS!
We have a picture of our dog as a puppy standing next to a statue of her breed (think puppy-Burger standing next to a Chihuahua garden statue). It is one of our faves…
Emily says
WATERCOLOR THIS!
There’s a picture of my cat laying near our old green curtains.
David says
WATERCOLOR THIS!
I have a great pic of our two dogs that would make a great watercolor.
kylee says
Watercolor this!! My sweet shiba inu would make a great piece of art!
Angela says
Watercolor this!
I think I’d have to get a picture of my guinea pigs done. They’re just too cute to resist!
Emily says
Watercolour This! I’d like a pic of my little dog Pickle spying on people through the window!
Krista B. says
WATER COLOR THIS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I Would LOVE to have a watercolor of our handsome dog Biggs. I have this great profile picture of him that would be awesome!
Destiny says
Watercolor this! What an amazing artist. Do I have to decide right now what I might like to have painted? I love the idea of a piece of furniture, and I think that is what I would choose… I think!
Kady says
watercolor this!
i would love to have a portrait my baby girl, chesapeake. she is my best friend and currently battling an aggressive form of bone cancer. about a month ago, our vet found a tumor attached to her right shoulder. bc of her age and prior medical history – radiation, chemo, and amputation are not in her best interest. we are going to treat her pain as much as we can in the upcoming months. even with everything going on, my baby is still so happy. we treasure each day that we have with her.
much love to all and their furry ones.
Jessica Patton says
WATERCOLOR THIS!!!
I would love a this done to a photo of my three babies. Nemo, an orange and white Jack Russel/chihuahua, Lilly, a black and tan min pin and Evie, the human brown eyed curly-cued one! :)
Veronica says
WATERCOLOR THIS! It would have to be a picture of our new rescue puppy that we got in March. He is 5 months old but already getting so big and I want to forever remember his cute puppy face :)
Kristi says
Watercolor This! My dear, sweet 15 year old Rosie-dog!
Luce says
Watercolor this…
I love my Cavalier King Charles Spaniel puppy Pete. His favorite thing to do is lay on the couch or walk around the house with his favorite toy.
Jessica says
WATERCOLOR THIS!
I’d get a painting of my precious baby kitty, Samantha. My boyfriend is currently deployed in Afghanistan and she is the joy of my life and best companion while he’s gone! She makes our house less lonely. :)
(P.S.- posting a picture of her up on FB!)
AshleyW says
Watercolor this!
We have lots of good pics of our furry friends – it would definitely be hard to choose!
lindsay says
watercolor this!!!
I’d LOOOVE a watercolor of my dog/child Petey sitting naturally– he always crosses his paws and he would look so regal with this portrayed in watercolor!
Elli says
Watercolor this! A picture of my dog at the river, gazing into the distance…It would be even more wonderful in watercolor!
Beth C says
Watercolor This!
I’d love a painting of my Chihuahua mixes, Smooch and Bitsy. Or maybe my very handsome cat, Giles, in time for his 10th anniversary with us.
Kim says
“WATERCOLOR THIS!”
A picture of my kitty cat sunning herself in her favorite chair!
Michelle says
WATERCOLOR THIS!
A painting of our husky mix Duke, with his head cocked to the side like he knows just what you’re saying to him.
Dee says
WATERCOLOR THIS!
I’d love to have a photo of our two cocker spaniels on the couch watercolored!
Ashlee Workman says
Water Color This….
My adorable Blue Chihuahua Azul, who is 1 Yrs old TODAY!! Pick US!
http://amaworkman.blogspot.com/2010/05/azul-feliz-cumpleanos.html
michelle says
watercolor this! not sure what i would pick yet.
Eileen says
Watercolor this! I woulslove a “serious” picture of our late English Setter, Allie. She was the BEST dog ever!!
Katie says
WATERCOLOR THIS!
I have a fantastic photo of our family’s pup, Abby, (a white golden retriever) with snowflakes falling around her and her bright pink tongue sticking out and licking her nose. I love it!
erica says
Watercolor this!!!!
I would love my two children’s recent picture watercolored
Crystal says
WATERCOLOR THIS!
I have several pictures of my cat Charlie (short for Charlotte) that I have been dying to have made into a painting. It would be a beautiful addition to my office at work!