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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.
nic says
“WATERCOLOR THIS!”
I would love a portrait of my greyhound with her ears up!
Lara C says
Watercolor this! My Jack Russell, Seneca, is definitely my “baby”…I have plenty of great photos that would make even better watercolors! Anyone else guilty of filling their camera memory cards with their furry family members? :) One of her meeting a ladybug for the first time would be top of the list!
Lisa A says
WATERCOLOR THIS
I think I would get a portrait of my fabulous boston terrier Lola!
laura says
Watercolor this!
I will definitely have a picture of my dachshund Heidi done.
Melissa Bowie says
Watercolor this! Our golden retriever Marley is quite a character. I would love to have a painting done of him wading in his doggie pool. He just loves laying in the water on these warm spring days. At doggie day care he is known as the lifeguard :)
Courtney says
WATERCOLOR THIS!
I would want a painting of my pretty princess kitty, Isis.
Meghan says
I would love to get a picture done of my parents 2 cats that passed away last year to give to my mom. My mom has a photo of the two of them sitting in the kitchen but she would love this!!!
Pink Heli says
Watercolor this!!!
A painting of our 1 year old cat, Tiberius, would make a great addition to our landing!
Nicole says
WATERCOLOR THIS!
Such a cute give-away idea! I have this adorable picture of all three of my dogs laying on their huge dog bed curled up on each other. That would definitely be my picture!
Amber says
WATERCOLOR THIS! Rocky, my oh so handsome & gentle boxer laying in the grass.
Holly says
Watercolor this! I’d like a watercolor of my 10 year old Weimaraner Dex.
Erika says
WATER COLOR THIS!!!
I would love to have a painting of my shar pei! We have a great pic of him as a puppy on-baord of our boat. It’s very Ralph Lauren and would look great in our coastal themed house!
Becky S. says
Watercolor this>>>!!!
Allison says
Watercolor this!
Our loveable, funny yellow lab, Elsa (aka the Mels :-) who we rescued three years ago and has made us smile every day since!
Hilary says
WATERCOLOR THIS! I’d pick a photo of our Weimaraner, Winnie. Since my husband and I don’t have any children yet, Winnie is like our first daughter. She smiles at us when we come home, snuggles with us at night on the sofa, and just generally makes our lives better and happier! Goodness, I love that dog.
Mel Purcell says
Water colour this….
My gorgeous “HONEY”, such a loyal friend, A water colour of her sitting on the beach with a beautiful sunset. She loves walks along the beach. Check her out on your facebook page!
Cinda says
Watercolor This!
I’d love one of my 8 year old toy poodle Sadie!!
brenda says
WATERCOLOR THIS
i would love a watercolor of my little rescue dog, Maizy
Emily says
WATERCOLOR THIS! I’d pick a photo of my late dog, Sammi. My single, hardworking mother of two loved Sammi very much. It’s been almost 6 years since she passed, but my mom still can’t bring herself to get a new dog to replace our beloved Sammi. I think a water color portrait of Sammi would be a great gift for my mom.
Emily says
WATERCOLOR THIS! I’d pick a photo of my 6-month old, Benjamin!
Melisa says
Watercolor this! I have a picture of my Boxer, Madison (aka Maddy May Mays), when she was a puppy standing on her back legs giving a kiss to a pony. That would be my number one choice for a watercolor. Pick me please!
Monica Cardenas says
WATERCOLOR THIS!
Our little jack russell/basenji mix rescue, Eunice.
kim says
WATERCOLOR THIS
I’d pick a photo of our mini-dachshund Mason.
Heather McGregor says
WATERCOLOR THIS!
I would love to have a watercolor of my two Shiba Inu’s! They are my fur-babies and a painting would be a great way to immortalize them.
Carrie says
“WATERCOLOR THIS!”
My favorite photo of my Rotti Layla, my boyfriend and I took her to the park to play with the ball… and she was standing there in Rotti mode. It’s such a pretty picture of her.
Barbara says
WATERCOLOR THIS!
My sweet and sour cat Lamou, also know here as J.Muchacha Chiappettoni. She’s got some photos but a girl always likes an author’s portrait for her admirers!
Megan says
Watercolor this! Our yellow lab Duke would look great in watercolor…
Katy says
Watercolor this…
We have so many photos of our pups, but one of Mayfield the day she opened her eyes is my favorite. :-)
Lauren G says
WATERCOLOR THIS!!
It would have to be our German Shepard Gracie and our Black Lab Riley. These are our babies and I would love to be able to put them on the wall!!
Shana says
WATERCOLOUR (CANADIAN SPELLING – REPRESENTING!)THIS!
My two sweet and lovely beagle mixes – Penny and Cooper.
You can see a picture of them here on this post where I’m talking about planning our garden: http://www.folksgottaeat.com/2010/04/shana-plans-her-garden.shtml
We just got our first home and I am SO excited to be able to use all the posts of yours I’ve bookmarked over the years! Seriously and your posts on living with less and budgeting actually helped us save for our home! Thank you both so very much.
Jennifer T. says
WATERCOLOR THIS!
I’d like a picture of all three of my dogs together!
Kathie says
Watercolor This!
Our sweet little…and notoriously naughty…calico cat, Whiskers, deserves to be immortalized in watercolor. She brings a smile to our face and grey to our hair, but she’s our daughter’s little love.
We’re keeping our fingers (and paws) crossed.
Adrienne B says
WATERCOLOR THIS… A painting of Abigail, my black lab. She like to lie on the floor, front paws crossed like a true lady.
Katie says
I would love to have a portrait of my beloved Boston Terrier Sue Ellen. She will be thirteen on Saturday and has been failing a bit lately, so I would be especially thrilled to have something like this.
lindsey says
watercolor this!!!!
i would love to get a picture of our dog, karma done!! :) thanks for the chance!!
Carolyn says
WATERCOLOR THIS!
Angela says
WATERCOLOR THIS. I would love to have a watercolor of my schnauzer Sid. He was the best dog ever and passed away about a year ago.
Crystal G. says
WATERCOLOR THIS! Our goofy boxer, Bentley! :)
Tiffany says
WATERCOLOR THIS!
I’ve always wanted a portrait of our dachshund Dulcinea. Thanks!
Lindsay Osorno says
We’d love a picture of our fur kid soaking up some rays on the beach! Pic on the FB page! :)
Ashley says
WATERCOLOR THIS!
I would love to have one of my many goofball photos of my English Bulldog done, he loves laying on his back with his mouth wide open while making monster sounds.
Kate says
WATERCOLOR THIS!
As an aspiring photographer, I find that my frenchie is my favorite subject. I would love for my favorite photo of us to be water colored! http://www.flickr.com/photos/3eb4me/4242678720/
Lindsay Osorno says
WATERCOLOR THIS!
We’d love a picture of our fur kid soaking up some rays on the beach! Pic on the FB page! :)
AngelaNTX says
Watercolor This!!….a picture of our Beagle Pup Dixie!! She’s ADORABLE
Lindsey says
Watercolor This!! I would love a painting of our yellow lab Avery with a certain look on her face that is totally “Mom… seriously”
Jennelle says
WATERCOLOR THIS!
I have a lot of photos of my cat, Tom, asleep. I wouldn’t have a lot of variety to choose from to submit to her. I guess he sleeps a lot. But he sure is cute when he’s asleep.
hilliaryh says
WATERCOLOR THIS!!
I would LOVE a watercolor of my precious Siberian Huskey, Paislee! She has the most beautiful blue eyes I’ve ever seen! :)
Kelly H says
WATERCOLOR THIS…Juanny Man the Chihuahua would look great in a painting.
Sarah W says
WATERCOLOR THIS! Definitely a picture of our cat! If she could make him magically in a field (he’s an indoor cat) it would make his dreams come true :)
Saralyn says
WATERCOLOR THIS! Our English Springer Spaniel, Winston, is so cute and adorable, we would LOVE to have a water color of him! Check out the picture we posted to your FB wall!