Shetland Sheep: Goldie & Cola

A new original oil on  canvas painting
by © Karrel Christopher    60 x 30 cm  ~ available for purchase
SHETLAND SHEEP:  Goldie & Cola

About five years ago, I had the joy and privilege of getting to know these two dear Shetland Sheep and the rest of their herd mates.  Sheep can typically be rather shy and timid but with great patience, kindness and respect I earned their trust.  In time our great love and affection grew and they became a very special part of my family.  Sadly, theses two are not part of my world anymore but they will always have a very special place in my heart.  Last I heard, Goldie is alive and reasonably well.  However, Cola tragically died a few years ago from fear and exposure after a poorly run shearing event.  Her trauma, exploitation and death was so very cruel and unnecessary.  I hope people will come to understand that wool is not a victim-less product.  When shearing is absolutely needed (because of genetic manipulations), it should be done under the most gentle and responsible methods possible. Ultimately, these innocent and sensitive beings cherish their family relationships and life itself -  and should never be used or harmed.  They are some of the most peaceful beings you will ever meet.  I share this painting with you of my dear friends with great love.

It is urgently important that we unveil the deceptions and delusions that allow us to compartmentalize our compassion, goodness and ethics.
We must stop betraying *non*human lives and the Earth.
When we discover our conscience ~ we must act. 
All beings cherish safety, family, freedom and LIFE
~~~ Live, rejoice and prosper VEGAN ~~~
Create a world respectful, just, safe and joyous for everyone. 

ART WEBSITE: http://karrelchristopher.com/
Album of SHEEP paintings on Face Book:
https://www.facebook.com/pg/Karrel-Christopher-ART-Photography-379579508720158/photos/?tab=album&album_id=1005197306158372 

CLIVIA BLOSSOMS oil painting

 
Blossoms to celebrate the approaching spring and full moon!

Make it a loving and peaceful season for all our animal family.

All beings cherish safety, family, freedom and LIFE

~~~ Live, rejoice and prosper VEGAN ~~~

Create a world respectful, just, safe and joyous for everyone.

CLIVIA BLOSSOMS by © Karrel Christopher

original oil on canvas painting ~ 60 x 20 cm

~ available for purchase ~

Art Website: http://karrelchristopher.com/

ART on Face Book: https://www.facebook.com/Karrel-Christopher-ART-Photography-379579508720158/#

Plants/Leaves/Flowers: http://karrelchristopher.com/flowers-and-leaves.html

Custom Painted Frame Drums

CUSTOM PAINTED frame drums

-- by artist Karrel Christopher 

Original designs hand painted on a *non* leather Remo frame drums - 

Buffalo style 31/2" deep and Fiberskyn 2 1/2"deep

 ~ quality finish and beautiful tone ~

Creating custom, painted totem drums for people around the world is such a heartfelt, inspirational process from concept - to full color, detailed completion. The marriage of symbols old and new, spirit animals, representations from botanical world - and sound uplift the soul in many beautiful ways. Whether your drumming pursuits are simply musical or are part of your mediation, healing or spiritual practice – an original, personalized painted drum is meaningful way to honor your unique expression. Please feel welcome to contact me for information about purchasing my available paintings and custom works on *non* leather Remo Fiberskyn frame drums.

Karrel's Hand Painted Drums portfolio: https://www.facebook.com/Karrel-Christopher-ART-Photography-379579508720158/photos/?tab=album&album_id=827375437273894

ART website: http://karrelchristopher.com/

Paintings on Pinterest:

https://nl.pinterest.com/karrelART/karrel-christopher-%7E-drums-hand-painted/

... https://nl.pinterest.com/karrelART/karrel-christopher-%7E-paintings/

Why I paint on Remo *non*leather drums: https://www.facebook.com/379579508720158/photos/a.827375437273894.1073741828.379579508720158/1219041908107243/?type=3&theater

New LABYRINTH frame drum by Karrel

LABYRINTH DRUM

by artist © Karrel Christopher

Original design hand painted on a *non* leather Remo Fiberskyn frame drum ~ 16" diameter x 2 1/2" deep ~ quality finish and beautiful tone ~

A special commissioned drum honoring our journey of discovery and growth ~ with symbolic crow feathers and holly leaves ~ SOLD ~

Creating custom, painted totem drums for people around the world is such a heartfelt process from concept --to full color, detailed completion. The marriage of symbols old and new, spirit animals, representations from botanical world - and sound inspire the soul in many beautiful ways. Whether your drumming pursuits are simply musical or are part of your mediation, healing or spiritual practice – a personalized painted drum honors your unique expression. Please feel welcome to contact me for information about purchasing my available paintings and custom works on *non* leather Remo Fiberskyn frame drums.

Karrel's Hand Painted Drums portfolio: https://www.facebook.com/Karrel-Christopher-ART-Photography-379579508720158/photos/?tab=album&album_id=827375437273894

ART website: http://karrelchristopher.com/

Paintings on Pinterest:

https://nl.pinterest.com/karrelART/karrel-christopher-%7E-drums-hand-painted/

... https://nl.pinterest.com/karrelART/karrel-christopher-%7E-paintings/

Why I paint on Remo *non*leather drums: https://www.facebook.com/379579508720158/photos/a.827375437273894.1073741828.379579508720158/1219041908107243/?type=3&theater

Sunflowers & Goat oil painting

GOLDEN TREATS: Sunflowers & Goat
by artist © Karrel Christopher
24'' x 48'' ~ oil on board ~ detailed images follow >
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ART website: http://karrelchristopher.com/
Face Book: For the Love of Goats: https://www.facebook.com/379579508720158/photos/?tab=album&album_id=827374347274003
Pinterest:  https://nl.pinterest.com/karrelART/karrel-christopher-%7E-paintings/

Begonias & Coleus with Celtic theme

Begonias & Coleus with Celtic theme
Original oil on canvas painting 12" x16" inches
by artist © Karrel Christopher
Reveling in the beautiful and mysterious world of plants - this revision of an older favorite botanical study explores dreamy textures and colors. 
~ Available for purchase
ART website:http://karrelchristopher.com/
Art on Face Book: https://www.facebook.com/Karrel-Christopher-ART-Photograp…/…
Art on Pinterest: https://nl.pinterest.com/ka…/karrel-christopher-~-paintings/

A New Goats Oil Portrait - more Piebird Friends!

PIEBIRD's MOMMABILL & GINGER
by © Karrel Christopher - original oil painting on canvas 40 x 50 cm
A new specially commissioned goats portrait for Piebird Farm Sanctuary/ Vegan Farmstay in Nipissing, Ontario, Canada - celebrating 11 years of love, peace, caring and dedicated service to animal friends.
Honoring their most senior sanctuary member MommaBill (who you guessed it - plays Momma to the young new comers) - along with the beloved and dearly missed Ginger.  Both were inspiring teachers to Piebird's Sherry and Yan when they first began their farm journey together.  Respect, love and compassion has continued to grow over the years - as well as the size of their beautiful and inspiring sanctuary family.  Celebrating Vegan Love for All Beings.
Learn more about Piebird: http://www.piebird.org
ART website: http://karrelchristopher.com/
Karrel's Creative Path Blog: http://karrelart.blogspot.nl/
Art on Face Book: https://www.facebook.com/Karrel-Christopher-ART-Photograp…/…
Art on Pinterest: https://nl.pinterest.com/ka…/karrel-christopher-~-paintings/