Art of the Dog: Dawn Secord: Bailie - Portrait of an Irish Setter

Thursday, July 13, 2023

Bailie - Portrait of an Irish Setter

It was very exciting when the commission was received to paint Bailie. She reminds me so much of my girls - squirrel hunters and full of rollicking personality. It is always fun to watch the posts made about her on Facebook. She has the most beautiful tender eyes.

I asked Bailie's family to tell us a little bit about her. Here is a poem that was shared:

DON’T DRINK BAILIE’S IRISH CREAM

Our pretty Bailie

Full of love and joy

She’ll scream like a banshee

When there is kibble to enjoy

When we’re feeling down

Or when she wants a hug

She’ll nibble our chins to town

And with her toys she gives tugs

She moves well in the ring

And in the yard runs so fast

When squirrels the trees do bring

She gives chase, their lives don’t last

She hates the roar of thunder

When storms come our way

Her little body shudders

In the tub she’ll safely lay

She is our precious Bailie

Who sleeps on her back

She makes us very happy

Our love will never lack.

Thank you to Bailie's family for having me paint your beautiful girl!

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