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Barbara Jane Banks

I have always loved drawing and painting animals, my earliest recollection was painting a squirrel when I was about 7.  I trained as an art teacher and biology teacher two great interests in my life and worked in the UK and the Algarve as a teacher of both children and adults.  I have been painting animals for over 40 years and never tire of the challenge of capturing the animal’s character and poise through painting their portrait.  I have met some wonderful dogs, horses and cats and enjoy hearing from their owner about fond experiences with their pet who is one of their family.  I usually paint in Acrylics or soft pastels, both suitable mediums for giving realistic textures and the softness of an animal’s coat.

For Commissions  :  banksbj_7@hotmail.com 

Bonny Lass

"Bonny Lass "(NFS)

This little Champagne Poodle was in her latter years but looked so fluffy and bright after her shampoo and brushing. Her portrait is now a fitting tribute to a faithful friend.

Medium : 

Pastel on Canson Paper

Size:    45cm x 35cm 

Pet Portrait on Commission : €285

Turbo
"Turbo "  (NFS)

The fastest Whippet on the beach, poised by the sea wall and ready to run, Turbo still has time for a gentle look to his people family.

Medium : 

Acrylic on canvas

Size   :   30cm x 40cm 

Pet Portrait on Commission : €285

Eucalyptus Sta Barbara de Nexe - Copy.JP
" Eucalyptus at Sta Barbara de Nexe "

Morning light and a soft breeze brought this tree to life across the field from my house.  I just had to paint its quivering leaves and graceful branches as it almost seemed to dance in the sunshine.

Medium : 

Pastel on Mi-Teints sanded card

Size   :   42cm x 30 cms

Price : €80

including P&P

handover/delivery within greater Loulé area)

looking up
"Looking Up"

At Quinta do Lago there are some beautiful palm trees of many varieties. Looking up I was fascinated by the overlapping shapes and vibrant colours that this one provided.

Medium : 

Acrylic on Talens Box Canvas

Size   :   100cm x 50cm 

Price€475

including P&P

handover/delivery within greater Loulé 

 

€800 for the Pair

looking down
"Looking Down"

Here as I was looking down, I could see the base of a palm and the undergrowth that grew so vigorously around it. Dark, cool shadows give welcome rest from the bright, hot sunlight.

Medium : 

Acrylic on Talens Box Canvas

Size   :   100cm x 50cm 

Price€475

including P&P

handover/delivery within greater Loulé 

 

 €800 for the Pair

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