Testimonials

 

Kathleen about "Renny":  "Nothing short of breathtaking is my response to the amazing painting I commissioned you to do for my sister Patti and her husband Tom!  Their beloved dog Renny was so beautifully captured by you in every way.  I was filled with every emotion when I first saw his painting, tears, laughter and of course the  sadness of his passing, but there is  nothing that can compare to the joy of his presence in their living room!  He has a prominent place in their home which brings them immeasurable happiness.

Beth, thank you for your sensitivity and attention to every detail in helping Patti and Tom choose the nuances of this wonderful dog and his bigger than life personality that you captured so perfectly on canvas. Please know how much they cherish this lovely painting!

A little over a year has gone by since Rascal my soul- mate of 16 years passed on, and today after months of careful planning with you, I have found the courage to go through many pictures of her with your sensitive guidance. Now I too will have a cherished painting of my wonderful dog  and I will be able to bring her personality back to my home on canvas with joy!"






Diane Anderson's "Annie":  "With only a B&W photo to work from with the dog seated in a chair , Beth has with her brush and oils captured hair by hair not only the physical but in her eyes the very soul of my Annie dog.  She placed her against a charming background of old stone work with a sepia overtone that gives the feeling of an Old World Flemish painting.  It is a accomplished piece of classical canine art."












Joan Butterer about "Tess":
"I've been a long time admirer of Beth's art work and I have quite a lot of Carlson works. My English Setter, Tess, had a show and field career as well as a becoming a mother. I wanted to preserve those memories, and I asked Beth to paint Tess in a dog show setting. The painting is beautiful. Because Beth has been around animals all her life she is sensitive to how to show them correctly. I love the "Carlson Skys", her use of color, 
and the beautiful landscapes which further make her paintings masterpieces. I'm honored to have her works displayed in my home."     


                                               
      


Nancy Hunsberger about "Cabs":  "I LOVE IT!  You have captured his look, especially his eye perfectly.  I am so happy I had you do his portrait, it's so much more personal than a photo and I will treasure it and my memories of him every time I look at it. Thank-you."
                                                                                                                                         
                                                                               
                                                                
   
                                                                                                                                                                                                               

   

John and Sue Greenall: "Beth painted this unique barn scene in such a realistic way that it captures the true feeling of our farm.  The painting inspired a book about my life with these wonderful animals and of course, the painting became the cover."