Originally border collies were developed between the borders of Scotland and England as a working dog, herding livestock especially sheep.  They are now used around the world for this purpose after proving themselves to be highly intelligent athletic and obedient. They are also used extensively in agility trials, various canine sports, including obedience, fly ball, tracking, and […]

 If you would like to draw or paint an image of your own dog, you can paint so with confidence from your own dog photo. Please see the “How to” videos on this website that will show you how to shoot a good photo of your own pet and how to transfer the photo to […]

Springtime begins in April with warmer temperatures. Longer daylight hours rain brings the world alive as flowers begin to bloom and birds nest. The sun streams through the forest uninhibited by leaves allowing spring ephemerals such as trilliums, violets and trout lilies to bloom.               Apple Blossom          […]

The snow begins to melt the winter away in March. The landscape changes dramatically when the snow recedes we are left with the winter kill made up of dead leaves and brush. Beneath this grey brown landscape we can see the beginning of new growth as spring begins.        Tapping Maple Syrup    Ducklings with […]

January has many snow days, the perfect opportunity to try your hand at some indoor art or crafts. Print these pictures on your computer and follow the ‘How To’ video to transfer an outline of the image. Give them to children to paint, or try it yourself!               Innukshuk      […]

Paint a wreath of African violets for your loved one on Valentines Day and maybe place their name in the middle. A gift from the heart. For a free copy of your lesson on how to paint this valentine wreath either as a beginner or an advanced painter, please see the following link…. Valentine Art Lesson. […]