Keeping Watch by JaneEden
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No AI - This artwork was created entirely by hand or with traditional digital tools.
Description
I have always loved German Shepherd dogs, the one's I have known have been such beautiful dogs inside and out. I remember when I used to work at the Veterinary clinic, a client that I became friends with would bring her GSD to see my little dogs. Yes my little dogs would accompany me to work every day and had their own bed in the reception of the Veterinary surgery. What I found so endearing about the GSD is that she would get down on the ground to the level of my small dogs in order to play with them, and play they did too, mouthing and having fun with each other.
I have made a new friend recently who has a GSD as an assistant dog and he helps her as she is wheelchair bound with chronic painful illness, he is always by her side. Recently my friend was involved in a nasty accident as a vehicle ploughed into her while she was in her wheelchair, it has made her even more disabled, but her dog has taught himself new skills in helping her undress and dress. He watched as she struggled to get her clothes and socks off, and without prompting he pulled on her clothes and socks, thereby undressing her so she need not struggle any more, he is amazing! ...
I found this painting in my files showing how warm hearted a GSD can be, hope you like it my friends.
All painted using Wacom Intuos tablet and pen in PS CS4
Hoping today is a good one for all of you, take care, hugs Jane xx

Comments (49)
Wonderful!!!
A truly fabulous and most impressive composition, with so much soul in it ....
Very nice and cute painting :)
fabolous work
Looks simply great & well done!
Excellent artwork !
you captured the essence of the breed perfectly. seems all breeds has good attributes while life experiences for them turns them into vicious dogs. My Eve is part Shepherd and she is very gentle. she does not show her intelligence because of Bodie's dominance. both are jealous of each other but yet play all day long when I am inside
Very beautiful.
wonderful work!
Oh what a beautiful painting !
Super stunning colors, lighting and details in this beautiful scene Jane.
GSD's are very protective, loyal and intelligent as many people can attest too !
Very sad to hear your friend had to undergo such a horrible accident on top of her pre-existing struggles. Sounds like her GSD is on top his duties which will be most helpful for her !
Thanks for sharing the wonderful pic. as well as the heart warming story.
Xx Oo
P.S.
Sounds like you had a wonderful Birthday-- wishing you many more.
What a marvelous creation my friend !!!
precious image and experience!!
Sis, first of all I was very touched and moved to hear the story about your friend and her dog. I'm sad to hear what she is going through, but glad to know she has a friend like you as well as such a loving doggy. Your art is as always second to none, and served to warm my heart. Miss you and hope to hear from you when you feel like emailing. Hugs
Beautiful as always and such a beautiful story too!
That's one cracking illustration of a GSD..........reminds me so much of Elsa from thirty years ago......though she was not so tolerant of cats....bless her :)
Beautifully done! I like your story too. I too like German Shepherds, used to watch them get trained in Berlin, Germany.
Just so beautiful you are so talented !!!
What a beautiful and noble face