The “Soul of the Dog”–Dakota’s eyes captured by Artist, Sheila Wedegis

click on my eyes to visit Sheila’s blog!

Isn’t this just unbelievable?

Mom and I think that Sheila captured my eyes beautifully. So beautifully that Mom has bought this painting and cannot wait for it to arrive!

Some of you might be familiar with the art of Sheila Wedegis, but for those who aren’t, this painting is part of a 30 day challenge that artist Sheila Wedegis is taking part in called

THE SOUL OF THE DOG

“The eyes are the windows to the soul”

so it was no wonder that Sheila chose to paint dog’s eyes for her challenge.

Mom and I are just in love with this painting!

If you would like to submit a photo of your dog, visit Sheila’s blog here and I linked to her in various other areas of this post.

You can also visit her on Facebook by clicking here

Thank you so much Sheila! You are sooo talented!

Barks and licks and love, Dakota and “Mom”

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on March 12, 2013 at 1:00 am Comments (44)
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On March 12, 2013 at 1:17 am McGuffy Ann Morris said:

Very sweet face, Dakota. ~xo~

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- On March 12, 2013 at 8:19 am catchatcaren said:
  
  Thank you!! Barks and licks and love, Dakota
  
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On March 12, 2013 at 1:21 am Will and Eko said:

That is a seriously cool portrait – nice job, Sheila! And of course, nice job Dakota for being such a looker.

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- On March 12, 2013 at 8:18 am catchatcaren said:
  
  Thanks so much we love it! You should look into having one done of Eko….he would be an AMAZING model! Barks and licks and love, Dakota and “Mom”
  
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On March 12, 2013 at 3:11 am Ann "Paws" Staub said:

Very amazing!

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On March 12, 2013 at 5:18 am Two French Bulldogs said:

What a beautiful job.
Benny & Lily

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On March 12, 2013 at 6:01 am sara, oreo and chewy said:

Stunning!

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On March 12, 2013 at 6:23 am mollieandalfie said:

Shelia is fantastic, she did my nose, it was wonderful 🙂 Have a great day xx00xx

Mollie and Alfie

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- On March 12, 2013 at 7:18 am catchatcaren said:
  
  yep she sure is, we saw your painting and loved it. You have a great day too! Barks and licks and love Dakota
  
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On March 12, 2013 at 7:37 am mariodacat said:

OMC – she does amazing work. Those eyes tell it all too.

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- On March 12, 2013 at 7:48 am catchatcaren said:
  
  She truly does Mario. I remember when I was a pre-Art major, eyes and for drawing or painting humans, mastering hands, are the true marks of a talented artist. Love, “Mom”
  
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On March 12, 2013 at 7:53 am emma said:

Very nice!

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On March 12, 2013 at 9:32 am sheltiebeauties said:

Those soulful eyes… handsome!!!

Love,
Eva

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- On March 12, 2013 at 1:22 pm catchatcaren said:
  
  Thank you precious Eva! You have the MOST GORGEOUS eyes yourself! I am smitten! Barks and licks and love, Dakota
  
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On March 12, 2013 at 9:43 am easyweimaraner said:

It’s gorgeous!!! and if your eyes are the window to your soul – then your soul is beautiful!!! I have looked into your eyes with my eyes. I have put my heart near your heart.

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- On March 12, 2013 at 1:20 pm catchatcaren said:
  
  Oh Easy!! You are soooooo poetic!! If I were a girl doggy I would fall in love with you INSTANTLY! Heck…I think I am gonna fall in love with you anyway! That was soooooo beautiful!! Barks and licks and love from your pal furever…..Dakota
  
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On March 12, 2013 at 9:47 am Dogs N Pawz said:

You are so beautiful Dakota, that of course your eyes are stunning in this painting!

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- On March 12, 2013 at 1:19 pm catchatcaren said:
  
  Awww that was so sweet! Thank you! Barks and licks and love, Dakota
  
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On March 12, 2013 at 9:55 am Roxy (@RoxyTrvlingDog) said:

Wow, Iove Sheilas work!! Very nice eyes Dakota.

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On March 12, 2013 at 11:37 am deenamb said:

Beautiful, just beautiful! I visited Sheila’s web site and commented as well. I paint pet portraits, and I always paint the eyes first. That way the animal is already “there”. Please visit my web site at http://www.pet-portraits-by-deena.com and let me know what you think!

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On March 12, 2013 at 12:15 pm Dawn said:

The eyes ARE the windows to the soul and so so difficult to get just right when drawing or painting them. Great job, Sheila!

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- On March 12, 2013 at 12:38 pm catchatcaren said:
  
  Yep Dawn soooo true! You are a wonderful artist as well…and I USED to be so good at drawing, that we know just how hard it is! Love, “Mom”
  
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On March 12, 2013 at 12:55 pm Jodi said:

It is beautiful Dakota, I know why your mom loves it. I too love staring into my punkin’s eyes.

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- On March 12, 2013 at 1:49 pm catchatcaren said:
  
  thank you Jodi! Barks and licks and love, Dakota
  
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On March 12, 2013 at 1:02 pm kirbysdawgblog said:

THATS BEAUTIFUL! YOUR SUCH A LUCKY BOY!

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- On March 12, 2013 at 1:46 pm catchatcaren said:
  
  Yes I am and it is! Thank you! Mom bought it! Barks and licks and love, Dakota
  
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On March 12, 2013 at 1:27 pm Chula Wula D'Augue said:

What an amazing painting! It’s almost like looking at you.

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- On March 12, 2013 at 1:37 pm catchatcaren said:
  
  I know!! Isn’t it? Barks and licks and love, Dakota
  
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On March 12, 2013 at 3:31 pm 2browndawgs said:

Very nice!

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On March 12, 2013 at 4:06 pm savedbydogs said:

I’m so glad you were able to get such a lovely photo – your mom will treasure this forever!

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- On March 12, 2013 at 4:13 pm catchatcaren said:
  
  yes the painting is just gorgeous!!! Mom couldn’t be happier! Barks and licks and love, Dakota
  
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On March 12, 2013 at 4:57 pm Old Kitty said:

The eyes have it!! Yay! Take care
x

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On March 12, 2013 at 5:38 pm onebluedog said:

What a beautiful painting, Dakota! I think Sheila did a great job and I am excited that you are going to have this great painting in your very own home 🙂

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- On March 12, 2013 at 6:52 pm catchatcaren said:
  
  thanks so much!!! I am excited too! Barks and licks and love, Dakota
  
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On March 12, 2013 at 8:09 pm Donna said:

That came out just gorgeous!

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On March 12, 2013 at 9:46 pm catfromhell said:

What beautiful eyes yous has Dakota! Me is sure me can see your soul!
Kisses
Nellie

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On March 12, 2013 at 10:09 pm Sheba's life story. said:

Great painting, lovely eyes.

Sheba.

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On March 12, 2013 at 11:00 pm houndstooth4 said:

An artist painted a picture of me last year and Mom loved it, but she never did get to buy it. I’m glad that picture of you will be arriving at your house! It’s a fantastic likeness of you!

Bunny

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- On March 13, 2013 at 2:28 pm catchatcaren said:
  
  Oh Bunny I am sorry you couldn’t buy yours. My Mom definitely bought hers and can’t wait for it to arrive! Barks and licks and love, Dakota
  
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On March 13, 2013 at 2:10 am tylersat99 said:

She did a beautiful job! The eyes are the hardest to do because all the love, life, joy (yes the soul) is in the eyes 🙂

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On March 13, 2013 at 9:30 pm Kel-Lani Shelties said:

Hi Dakota, Oh, that’s simply amazing, your eyes are reflecting back all the love that you receive as well as the love you have! Such a gorgeous painting! 🙂 Hugs,

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- On March 14, 2013 at 9:37 am catchatcaren said:
  
  I LOVE what you said and it is soooooooooo true!! Thank you! She did an amazing job! Barks and licks and love, Dakota
  
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On March 14, 2013 at 1:04 am Novroz said:

Wow!! that’s an amazing painting!! you are so lucky to be painted like that Dakota 🙂

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- On March 14, 2013 at 9:11 am catchatcaren said:
  
  yes I am lucky for sure! Barks and licks and love Dakota
  
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