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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.
Barbara says
Watercolor this! My Australian Shepherd smiling at the camera.
Amy C. says
WATERCOLOR THIS!
I’ve always wanted a painting of my little white chihuahua, Ivy. This picture was taken at one of our favorite spots in Texas- Enchanted Rock. The picture is posted at the bottom of the page on the right: http://apps.facebook.com/dogbook/profile/view/1179767. (Better picture available on notification of winning :) )
Copy Cat Chic says
WATERCOLOR THIS! I’d love to have a watercolor portrait of my horsey, Cristof ;)
Laurie M. says
WATERCOLOR THIS
I’d choose a close up of my cat Harley
Erika says
WATERCOLOR THIS…oh please this would be so wonderful. I’ve been wanting a photo of my precious lab who is now 12 to be done into a painting…she is my first dog that was all mine and is so precious. She is starting to show her age and I woul dlove to have her immortalized in a beautiful piece of art to display and treasure for many many years to come…..
Sandi says
WATERCOLOR THIS… I’m adopting an adorable little rescue dog from a local shelter in the next couple of weeks and would LOVE LOVE LOVE to hang one of Gadora’s/Stephanie’s paintings of her in my home. It would be a fantastic gift.
Tiffany says
watercolor this! I would love to get a cute watercolor of either my blue-eyed kitty, or my brown eyed hubby.
Tara says
WATERCOLOR THIS!!
Maggie May is a beautiful golden lab who recently passed away. My cousin and her family miss her so much, I would love to surprise them with one of these fantastic watercolor paintings of their special pup : )
Erin @Blueprints of a Southern Belle says
WATERCOLOR THIS…we have a picture of our rottie Sampson outside in the sun, smiling :) he is such a gentle giant & we’d love to have a watercolor to cherish!
Jennifer says
WATERCOLOR THIS:
I found out this past week that my childhood bichon frise is dying of a brain tumor. My parents live several states away, so she will be put to sleep before I have a chance to visit/say goodbye. It would mean a great deal to me to have a special piece of artwork to remember my wonderful little friend.
Erum Poonawala says
WATER COLOR THIS!!
I would have a picture of my new family (my fiance, myself and our puppy) painted and shipped to our new home in Amsterdam!! It would be the perfect first piece of artwork for our new home!!
Julieta Valles says
WATERCOLOR THIS! My two beautiful dogs: Bruno & Benito!
kelly mcnichol says
WATERCOLOR THIS…I love the watercolor medium. And to be able to capture your pet in a still life forever is such a great idea. I even love being able to play with the colors. The one talent I wish I had would be to paint…ahhhh
All my pets have large ears…so I think it would be funny to combine them in 1 picture and showcase their ears: (Papillion, Chiweenie, and 2 Maine Coons!!)
Zed says
Watercolor this!
Jami says
Watercolor this!
I’d love a watercolor rendition of Beregond (AKA: Bear), our English Mastiff. He’s such a handsome boy.
somerset says
WATER COLOR THIS…I’d love a photo of out kitties snuggling together like they are here http://www.photoshop.com/accounts/aad99ddaa0ca4e71abab7f99af25a1fb/px-assets/d5c3bc1ddeb14522a9b59b16e2548098 or here http://www.photoshop.com/accounts/aad99ddaa0ca4e71abab7f99af25a1fb/px-assets/9df0f6a366f949d9bfaa6c8abfa7f7e8
Chris D. says
WATERCOLOR THIS! My pooch would look so cute as a watercolor!
Sue D. says
Watercolor This! My two great danes would look adorable as a watercolor!
Jennifer says
Watercolor this! I’ve always wanted to get a portrait done of our darling Doodle Loodle Loo…
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g5XG-k4Pg5g
connyc says
WATERCOLOR THIS…This would make a fantastic gift for my husband, a painting of our two kitties.
Jen says
WATERCOLOR THIS! I’d love a watercolor of our yellow lab/husky mix named Hartley. He looks like a yellow lab with gorgeous baby blue eyes! :)
Izzy says
watercolor this, we have a beautiful photograph of our rescue dog cocoa, a shepherd mix where she just looks so ready for her closeup, she has such a personality and has been such a blessing to us!
Christine says
Watercolor this! A photo of my grandfather’s house in Germany. Being military we moved around quite a bit but that has always been my childhood home. Great memories! I’d love to have a print of it for my wall especially since he (due to his health)recently moved in with my aunt and the house is being sold. :(
Lara says
WATERCOLOR THIS – I would love to have a watercolor of my beloved cat Frankie – who is a fabulous red tabby – he is very photogenic to the point that many of my co-workers have his picture as their screensavers so this would be a special prize for me!
Roe says
WATERCOLOR THIS! My doberman in the yard.
Laura V says
Watercolor This!
I would love a painting of our backyard with our wicker set.
Hanna says
Watercolor this!
A beautiful painting of our sassy cat Toast would be just the ticket for our blah living room walls!
wendy says
WATERCOLOR THIS…
I would love to have this done with a pic of our sweet geriatric greyhound, Ms. Bella.
Csilla says
WATERCOLOR THIS!
If I could get the two kitties (Lola & Lucy) to pose together…
Jennifer says
WATERCOLOR THIS!
I would love to have a painting of my two pups, Lily & Sofie!
Jena says
“WATERCOLOR THIS”
My pomeranian with his favorite ball.
Jennifer F says
Watercolor this! I have a cute picture of our dog, Mocha, that I took when I bought a new camera. You can see her bottom teeth and she looks like she’s smiling. She’s a cutie!
Alisa D says
watercolor this!
Would love a picture of our new pup!
Julie says
WATERCOLOR THIS! We’d LOVE a watercolor of our little furbaby. Like Casa P, we’re expecting a new baby, but want to make sure that everyone knows how special our current furry baby is to us too.
JAG says
WATERCOLOR THIS! I have so many different ideas for a watercolor – I can’t decide right now!
JAS says
WATERCOLOR THIS! I would love a watercolor of my newborn who is due in June!
Colleen says
WATERCOLOR THIS! I would love to see such a beautiful watercolor of our two lab pups!
Jeanne says
WATERCOLOR THIS! I would love a family portrait of us as a watercolor.
Laura B says
WATERCOLOR THIS
Tracey RS says
WATERCOLOR THIS! I would really love a watercolor of our baby Elisha who just turned 1 yr.
Fallon R says
“WATERCOLOR THIS” – I would love to have a picture of my cute dog. I have the cutest picture of him with is ball in front of him and his head turn to the side wondering why i am taking a picture and not throwing the ball… PRICELESS!!!
Megan W. says
WATERCOLOR THIS!!!!!!!
And I would have her watercolor a picture of our sweet, yet uppity beagle/jack russell mix with her most condescending expression! It keeps us in check.
Allison says
WATERCOLOR THIS: my sweet cockatiel Lily. Yup, he’s a bird, but he’s my featherbaby!
Jackie says
Watercolor THis! I would love to have a watercolor of my miniature schnauzer Stella. I have some very cute pics of her. Jackie
shelia says
Watercolor This: my lovely lazy chloe cat lounging in the sunshine!
Judi B says
Watercolor this: my kitties snuggled together or a floral still life of something from my garden.
Megan says
Watercolor this…My white cat looking out the window. :)
Jenn Hoover says
WATERCOLOR THIS: my two awesome kitties (Meadow & Pepper). I’ve got a great shot of Meadow licking Pepper’s face and Pepper has the most relaxed, sweet expression on her kitty face. Uber cute!
Jen C says
Watercolor This: My 6 month old Lab Lola!
Heather says
WATERCOLOR THIS!
I have an adorable pic of my dog when she was a puppy. Only one of her ears stands up and in the picture she is looking up at me with that one ear up and an ornery expression.