***This giveaway is no longer accepting entries***
This week we’re giving away a totally customized painting from a special group of artists. Wanna meet ’em? Allow us to introduce Blitz, Minnow, and Boomer: the artists in residence at Painting Pony. Yes, I said artists.
If the paintbrushes in their mouths weren’t proof enough that these Chincoteague Ponies know their way around a canvas (I know, I was a bit skeptical at first too), just check out the colorful artwork they create with the help of their trainer Kyley DiLuigi.
Not only do they create one-of-a-kind pieces (with a unique backstory, no less) they also let you add some input about the painting before it’s made, so it’s sure to complement your home. You get to pick the background color and up to four paint colors to be used AND you get to choose which four-legged artist creates it. Kyley also throws in a CD with photos and/or video of it being whipped up.
If you wanna see these artsy horses in action there’s a video of the painting process (as well as other tricks) on the Painting Pony website. Oh, and be sure to check out their rockstar Dachshund sidekick Ammo. Burger so wants to meet him someday.
Now on to the details for the prize (and stay tuned for another special offer on Thursday):
- PRIZE: A custom 16″ x 20″ canvas by Painting Pony as described in this Etsy listing.
- TO ENTER: Comment on this post with the words “PONY UP” and…
- BONUS QUESTION: …since this week’s prize is all about ponies with amazing tricks up their sleeves, why not tell us about another animal trickster you’ve been wowed by (whether its a skateboarding dog you spotted on YouTube or maybe even some amazing feat your own pet pulled off).
- GIVEAWAY CLOSES: Wednesday, September 15th at 8pm EST
- NUMBER OF WINNERS: One
- 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…
See our Giveaway FAQs page for more info. Pics from Painting Pony.
amy berghoff says
PONY UP!
OOPS…forgot to put pony up before
LOVE THIS!!! not only are the art works beautiful, they have such a great story….what an awesome center piece for above the fireplace :) our dog has one amazing trick…the ability to always eat the falling unwanted table scraps from the kiddos!! gotta love a built in mop!
Jessalyn E says
PONY UP!
Similar to the painting ponies, my jaw dropped with the painting elephants (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=He7Ge7Sogrk) who were able to paint detailed elephants. Wow!
Juliana Mack says
Pony up! I love this dog: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DalB-CvO7Qc
Chrissy says
Pony up! I am always amazed at how our dog can disappear under the bed or couch to fetch his tennis balls. Too funny!
Michelle says
Pony Up!
I know of a friend who has a dog that actually will clean up his toys and put them in his own little toy box! Now if I could only train my dog this trick……
Anna says
Pony Up!
How cool, I especially love that this is a worldwide giveaway
I was impressed by a friends golden retriever, who rescued some stranded ducklings, delivering them safe and sound into her owner’s hands
Jess says
PONY UP!
I’m always impressed when my dog attempts to eat his food with his tennis ball in his mouth- of course, he never succeeds!
Kristy says
PONY UP!
Julia says
PONY UP!
I support an organization that provides Equine Assisted Psychotherapy for children. The impact simply brushing a horse can have on a child is astounding! Who knew that a horse brushing a canvas could be equally as amazing. LOVE these guys.
Erin H says
PONY UP!!!!!!!!
Our 13 year-old one-eyed Mutt, Winnie always amazed me!!! xo
Kelly says
Pony up the dough(nuts)! I guess I didn’t have enough at dinner.
My cat is incredibly flexible and she will gladly brag about it to anyone who will watch her for longer than 5 minutes.
Kate says
PONY UP!
Jessica T. says
PONY UP!
our cat loves to play fetch with her mouse!
Abby says
Pony up!
My dogs have the ability to go to the bathroom INSIDE the house even though they know to do it OUTSIDE!
Dana @ House*Tweaking says
PONY UP! Our boxer likes to *sing* to the tune of a recorder. And, man, can she hold a note!
Nikki G says
PONY UP!
Have you seen Anchorman? Baxter can speak spanish!! Talk about an impressive trick for a dog; well, that and eating the whole wheel of cheese.. :)
katie says
PONY UP!
we have a coonhound/beagle mix so she has vocal chords that fluctuate. she makes the most amazing sounds and includes the phrase “i ruv roo”
Angela says
PONY UP! These are great. My pet cat’s trick is to get into things and cause a mess, then have us believe it was our dog that did it!
Elle Sees says
Pony up!
My dog, Flower, was the best dog at sleeping with her eyes open. You never knew if she was awake or not…she was always watching!
Emma L - Wohoo! says
PONY UP!
My horse has learned how to pull down zippers to steal treats from inside pockets. She also knows how to open doors. I’m afraid that one day she’ll learn how to climb stairs and then I’ll find her having broken into my apartment kitchen, happily unzipping ziplock bags in search for apples!
Ashlee says
PONY UP!
Not that it is a talent, but it’s pretty clever. When my dog Lola (pointer-greatdane mix) wants a toy that her brother, Lex (pitbull) is playing with, she walks over to the front door and barks, as if someone is outside/walking by. Lex goes running to the door to see and while Lola snatches up the toy. Happens more often than you would imagine. :)
Amy J says
Pony Up!
I’ve always been impressed with Sandra Bullock’s two-legged dog that walks around on it’s back feet like a human. Amazing.
And speaking of dogs, I’ve got two lovely chihuahua girls that think Burger is super handsome.
Katie says
Pony up and pick me! :)
Linda says
Pony Up!
My cat acts like a dog, she can fetch a hair tie and brings it back to me, she also knows where the hair ties are in my jewelry box and can pull the drawer open! Crazy
Wendy D. says
Pony Up! My favorite animal stunt is the dog riding monkey at the rodeo
StephanieS723 says
PONY UP!
My dog can bring my daughter her favorite stuffed animal when she fusses! :)
Lauren says
PONY UP!!
my animals don’t do tricks :(
Leslie says
“Pony UP! I have two cairn terriers. They are real characters. Ollie is 11 1/2 and JJ is 6. They tear around the yard, and chase birds. One trick I taught them to do is to share a spaghetti noodle together and eat it to the end, just like Lady and the Tramp. When they eat the noodle to the end, they end up having a little kiss! Beleive me, that is the only time they kiss!!
angie on maui says
Pony Up!
This is too sweet. Me like. Me want.
Our cat, Grace, is slightly special-needs, but if you tell her to “BE CUTE!” (said in my annoyingly high-pitched baby voice), she will roll on her back and squeak. It is quite precious. :)
Christy Davis says
PONY UP! I love it and really am torn, when I win, to leave it at home or put it in my art classroom. In my classroom it would look great next to my Elvis clock with the swinging legs. Decisions, decisions.
Corey says
Pony Up!
I used to have a cut that would jump up and try to pull the peep hole off the front door.
Kayla says
Pony up!
Pamela says
Pony Up!
I’ve seen the elephants at the Calgary Zoo in Calgary, AB Canada do similar paintings to this! It’s really amazing to watch!!
Corey says
Ooooops. I meant cat. I never had a cut that did any tricks. :)
karen says
PONY UP!
Amanda says
Pony Up!
I’m still impressed by that chihuahua playing pool!
Beth C says
PONY UP!
I love Koko the gorilla who knows sign language.
Steph says
PONY UP!
I like that water skiing squirrel haha.
The Drawing Board says
PONY UP!! :)
I’ve rode horses my whole life…this would be an amazing addition to our home. I love this!
-Shawna
Maureen says
PONY UP !! Reminds me of Koko the Gorilla who paints !! Love it !! We all need to express ourselves!
colleen says
I’m ready to pony up!
I’m often amazed at my own dog. As a 95lb german shepherd dog, he has height on his side, but I’m still stunned when he turns doorknobs with his teeth and shows up in a room he isn’t supposed to be in!
somerset says
PONY UP! we’re trying to teach one of our cats to fetch, and he already rivals olympic gymanists with his spectacular leaps and jumps!
Karen T. says
PONY UP!
We are constantly amazed at how smart our dog, Shadow, is. He’s constantly learning how to outsmart us, and it really keeps us on our toes!
Sarah says
PONY UP!!!
Jenny says
Pony Up!
My dachshund does a few tricks such as sit, down, play dead, etc. I’m very proud of him though because dachshunds can be difficult to train.
Gloria says
Pony Up! I would love to have this unique piece of art, since neither my dog or cat can do anything amazing at all.
Ashley Levy says
PONY LOVE
My horse has a very bad trick of unlocking his stall door and gates. Sometime i come home from work and he greats me on the front lawn or eating hay in the hallway.
Emily Rae says
PONY UP!
No great tricks. I bought my cat catnip today. She just ate it and walked away.
Kristen says
Pony Up!!! … This is amazing. As an avid horse lover, I would love some of these around my house!!
Stacy says
PONY UP!