Oil painting meditation pet dog zen buddhism animal prayer God spiritual peace

Description

This framed painting of a meditating dog was painted on a museum grade Ampersand panel using only the finest materials including Gamblin oil paints. The painting was varnished with Gamblin Gamvar and the wood frame is from the Randy Higbee Gallery..  The panel is 9x12. Please inquire if you have any questions!
It is my promise to you that 10% of the net proceeds from the sale of this artwork will go to a homeless individual or individuals, usually 1/2 in the form of healthy food and the other 1/2 in cash.  It's a privilege to sit down and talk with them and to let them know that they are not alone, and their life has meaning.  Also, to let them know that they are braver than most of the people who drive past in their cars, especially the ones giving looks of unapproval!  It's an awesome feeling to share the experience of kindness. :)
About the artist:
www.jeffdicksonfineart.com
I am an artist!  Always have been and always will be! Most artists will tell you that they really don't have a choice in the matter and the same holds true for me. I discovered a natural ability to draw and paint at an early age, and further refined my craft by attending the Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design, as well as studying privately with many prominent artists throughout the country. I have won numerous awards in "plein-air" competitions including "Best figure in a landscape" and first place in "quick-paint" competitions.
Painting outdoors directly from nature is called "plein air" painting and when literally translated it means "open air" in French.  For many reasons,  it's the method of painting which most appeals to me,  but the main reason is the sense of truth which a painting exudes when executed outdoors. The lighting which nature provides doesn't afford an artist the time to over analyze his subject matter.  The fleeting essence of sunlight demands that the artist paint very quickly and deliberately in hopes of capturing an impression of the subject.  What we end up with is a freshness which simply can't be duplicated in the studio.  Universally,  artists have found these quick-work collectibles a deeply satisfying way to share their work - in a more affordable way.
I have exhibited my artwork in shows and galleries but the majority of sales comes from commission pieces, which are in private collections all across the country.  I have had the good fortune to be able to travel and live throughout the United States, including Georgia, Virginia, Ohio, Kentucky and Illinois,  but the "coulees" of Southwest Wisconsin is where I have called home for the past 21 years.
Please submit payment within 3 days of auction end and I will ship the painting within 3 days of payment received using UPS. UPS Sore will professionally package the painting as well. 14 day return policy after receiving artwork, minus the shipping cost.  Buyer pays return shipping as well. No international shipping please!  Thank you!