Sleeping Dog

by Sandra Busby
(East Sussex, England)

Sleeping Dog

We took our dog, Codi, with us on a mini-break to Wales and walked for miles each day. I drew her sleeping when we got back from one of our walks. The problem was, just as I had started the shading, she woke up, so I couldn't finish it!

She is a deep, rusty colour and I would have loved to have captured the rich tones of her smooth coat and contrasted it with the bright shines, but I never got that far.

So, this really is an unfinished drawing! However, the features and her basic shape is very like her so I was at least pleased with that, and one thing I have learned is that I really need to practice working faster!

**Note from Kerry:
Sandra, it's great to see you are not afraid to tackle any subject now. I love watching you grow as an artist, you are improving in leaps and bounds.