REVIEWS AND COMMENTS
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Comments from some of my commissioned portrait clients
Sent to me via email and posted on Facebook, most of which have made me cry. I have such wonderful clients. (To my clients: I have loved painting all of your amazing animals. If your beautiful animal is not here, or your comments are not posted it is not because they were not as special to me as the ones that are posted below, it is only due to my inability to document important data - I lost a great deal of images and emails during a computer crash. Thank you so much for commissioning me and sending me so many amazing emails and thank-yous. I am incredibly honoured.) 
Tears streaming down my face, I'm so grateful for this piece of art. Thank you so much Kate, for painting our girl, she is beautiful : it's so perfect, her nose, her eyes, her sweet little ears. Thank you for loving her while you painted her and for understanding how meaningful this piece was to us.
Lisa Larter
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Abigail, Painting by Kate Green; 24" x 30" Acrylic on Canvas
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We were devastated by the untimely loss of our wonderful pet and friend. We wanted something to honour her memory and words cannot describe how much your beautiful painting means to us. I find myself walking down the stairs and saying "Oh, good morning Abigail."
You captured her essence - thank you. Bob and Nina Hayward |
Abby and Jackson, Painting by Kate Green; 24" x 20" Acrylic on Canvas
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Hi Kate,
I picked up the painting yesterday and it is incredible. I almost cried when I saw it. You really captured the personality of both dogs and the colours are amazing. Thank you for taking such good care of my babies and painting them in such a special way. I love love love it! Cheryl Commissioned by Eileen Mabee for Cheryl Caswell- Toronto, ON |
Anaîs, Painting by Kate Green; 24" x 24" Acrylic on Canvas
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Again, you have created another beautiful portrait! My Anais is now hanging in what was once her favourite room. The portrait fills the room with such warmth. I'm so very lucky to have met you and to have had my first commissioned art piece painted by such a great artist. I will be keeping a close eye on your art works, as your portraits never fail to put a smile on my face.
Marie-Claire Wilson |
Barkley and the Tulip, Painting by Kate Green; 20" x 24" Acrylic on Canvas
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Chris was late getting home tonight of all days as I was very anxious for him to see the painting. I was so excited - I couldn't wait until Christmas to give it to him. You did an amazing job and have caught that "what me" look she gets when she has been up to something (which in her case is most of the time). Chris is absolutely thrilled with it and thinks it's the best gift he ever received. Thank you so much - we love it - it's perfect.
Karen Klingbeil |
Champ, Painting by Kate Green; 20" x 20" Acrylic on Canvas
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Dear Kate,
Words cannot describe the feeling of happiness I had when your painting of my best pal was given to me at Chrismas!! It is absolutely AMAZING!!! Champ loved and enjoyed the snow so much but didn’t like to be outside alone, hence the “HEY I’m here….You forgot to bring me in picture”Thank you so much from the bottom of my heart!! Daniel Commissioned by Shirley Gratton for Daniel Payer - Ottawa |
Chimo, Painting by Kate Green; 20" x 20" Acrylic on Canvas
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We love the painting! You have captured Chimo perfectly!
Glen and Karen McNeely, Maberly, ON |
Chuck, Painting by Kate Green; 24" x 30" Acrylic on Canvas
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Hi Kate:
I LOVE the painting!!! It's beautiful - love love LOVE it! You captured his maturity but also his goofiness, and its great. We had so much trouble deciding where to put it but now its in our living room for all to see :) Thanks so much! Tatiana (and Chuck) Tatiana Rother - Ottawa |
Chloë, Painting by Kate Green; 30" x 30" Acrylic on Canvas
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Thanks a million times! I really love my painting of Chloë. I didn't realize how much this would mean to me - you have captured her so superbly, that I feel her presence. You have made this the closest way possible for me to carry her memory forever. Thank you.
Sharon Tang, Toronto, ON |
Dash and Jeeves, Painting by Kate Green; 36" x 36" Acrylic on Canvas
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Dear Kate!
I received the picture today. I LOVE IT!! Oh my goodness, it is so amazing. I love the background – the harlequin pattern that Jeeves inspired. How clever. I am so very happy with it. I can’t thank you enough for creating such a beautiful piece of art. Patricia Lupton-Smith - Toronto Commissioned for her husband, Jamie |
Devon, Painting by Kate Green; 24" x 24" Acrylic on Canvas
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Hi Kate
It arrived safe and sound and we are totally in love with it!!! Somehow you've managed to not only catch the true essence of our Devon, but also the magic of that day on the beach in PEI!! The joy in her face which we've always seen in the photo has been so beautifully captured in the painting. We will enjoy and cherish it always!! We were so fortunate to happen upon your booth at Woofstock and we're so very glad we stopped to have a chat. If we hadn't then we wouldn't now have this amazing piece of your artwork in our home. Thanks for everything Kate, we truly truly love it!!! With our sincere thanks, Bernie Billings & Donna Lawson - Toronto PS...Devon is fascinated by it as well...she keeps running over to it and sniffing. Don't worry though, her wet little nose can't quite reach it ;-) |
Ernie, Painting by Kate Green;
16" x 20" Acrylic on Canvas
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Kate - I just picked up the painting.... THANK YOU. It's amazing. You completely captured Ernie's markings, softness and spirit. I love it! Thanks for sharing your talent with us - your passion for what you do is so obvious. Thanks again.
Marian Commissioned by Marian Aylward for her husband David's birthday |
Fergus, Painting by Kate Green; 20" x 20", Acrylic on Canvas
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Hi Kate
Its wonderful - I love it. Looks just like Fergus. And now I have a Kate Green original. Thanks for doing such a wonderful portrait. Chuck Commissioned by Ann Gruchy as a Christmas gift for her husband Chuck - North Gower |
Foxie, Painting by Kate Green; 20" x 24" Acrylic on Canvas
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I just wanted to write and tell you how much Mike LOVED the painting of Foxie! He couldn't believe the likeness! I told him you would probably put her picture on your website after Christmas so he'll be pleased as punch to see her smiling mug on screen!
Thanks again for such a beautiful job. Rosemary Nelson - Ottawa |
Kaelee, Painting by Kate Green; 16" x 16" Acrylic on Canvas
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We were thrilled that you were able to capture Kaelee's personality in it's entirety. Thank you so much Kate, the painting is amazing!
Debbie Milling |
Katie; Painting by Kate Green;
16" x 20" Acrylic on Canvas
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I've been meaning to contact you to let you know that Tom just loves the painting. He may be prejudiced, but he thinks it's one of your best! Thank you again for finishing it in time for Christmas - I think it's the best present I've ever given Tom.
Susan Taylor |
Lady; Painting by Kate Green; 16" x 20", Acrylic on Canvas
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Oscar, Painting by
Kate Green;
16" x 20"
Acrylic on Canvas
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Kate, today I opened the package you sent. Words cannot express how beautiful your work is. I am absolutely amazed at how well you have captured the essence of both Oscar and Lady. I love the colours in the paintings. Thank you so very much for these paintings.
Kelly McNaughton |
Maddy and Toby;
Painting by Kate Green;
24" x 24"
Acrylic on Canvas
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Hi Kate,
Just got it!!! It’s fabulous and I was able to share it with all the people that I work with; they love it too! Thanks so much. I’m sure my family will love it and now we have a wonderful keepsake of Maddy and Toby.Thanks again! Hopefully I’ll see you at the Bracebridge craft show next year and I’ll bring Maddy and Toby to meet you. Take care, Julie Commissioned by Julie Stevenson as a Christmas gift for her family Toronto |
Magic and Bubba, Painting by
Kate Green;
24" x 24"
Acrylic on Canvas
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Kate, I had to write to tell you how overwhelmed I am with the beautiful painting of Magic and Bubba. I love the painting, it is a beautiful gift for our 30th Wedding Anniversary - my only problem now is where to hang it . . . I may need a moveable easel so I can cart it from room to room with me!
Celeste Irvine-Jones |
Max, Painting by Kate Green; 16" x 16" Acrylic on Canvas
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Well done Kate! You captured his unique facial features very well. I love it as I’m sure Ruth will too.Many thanks, Louis
Louis Zammit |
Maximus
, Painting by Kate Green;
20" x 20"
Acrylic on Canvas
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I just wanted to express my overwhelming admiration for the portrait of Maximus. You have captured everything that I love about him - down to his toes! I was speechless for so long that Kevin asked me if I was okay!
The portrait now hangs, with immense pride, in our main hallway. Theresa Lehovich |
Riley
, Painting by Kate Green; 20" x 20"
Acrylic on Canvas
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Hi Kate,
The painting is awesome - you have captured Riley exactly! It's perfect. I especially like the studied longing of her gaze out the window. The use of the color purple - some of her leashes, collars and doggie jackets are in purple, so it suits her. And since I can't wait until October 19th to give it to Kevin, I might just go ahead and give it this weekend! Will let you know what Kevin's reaction was. Awesome work again!" TheresaCommissioned by Theresa Lehovich for her husband Kevin's birthday |
Ms. Widget, Painting by Kate Green; 16" x 16" Acrylic on Canvas
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We just love the portrait of Ms Widget - you've got the personality captured perfectly and the colour is wonderful. We are delighted with it.
Willy Pullen |
Oliver, Painting by
Kate Green;
24" x 24"
Acrylic on Canvas
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Hi Kate!
"I ABSOLUTELY LOVE, LOVE, LOVE YOUR PORTRAIT OF MY OLIVER!!!! You have captured Oliver's expression and his cartoon eyes completely. What a talent you possess… to so completely capture a dogs' character and spirit in your paintings. I will cherish Oliver's portrait forever. thank you:-)" Tara Goldak Commissioned by Glenn Crowe |
Rafter, Painting by
Kate Green ; 24" x 24"
Acrylic on Canvas
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The portrait of Rafter is wonderful. The colours in the painting are rich and full of energy. Rafter looks like a lion hiding in the grass which is exactly his game. You have captured his expression. I love Rafter's portrait. That one crazy of ear of Rafter's is just right. I'll always love it. It's a bit spooky how well the compositions of Rafter and Oliver work in the living room -- really amazingly.Thank you for the beautiful portrait of Rafter.
Tara Commissioned by Tara Goldak |
Paris, Painting by
Kate Green;
20" x 20"
Acrylic on Canvas
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Dear Kate,
I can't tell you how happy I am with the portrait of Paris. You have captured her soulful eyes and beautiful face so perfectly. The painting is, and always will be, one of my most treasured possessions. You are truly gifted!! Gillian and Paris Commissioned by Gillian Morris - Toronto, ON |
Psue, Painting by
Kate Green;
16" x 16"
Acrylic on Canvas
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Thank you so very much for the absolutely beautiful painting of PSue. I understand that Steve comissioned it secretly (!!) and he gave it to me as a Valentine's gift this morning. I am absolutely thrilled with it - you've done such a beautiful job of capturing her spirit (and attitude!) in her eyes, and the way her ears are cocked forward. Steve may have told you that PSue is getting older and we're not sure how much longer she'll be with us, so this is a way that she'll remain in the house even after she's gone. So, thank you so very much for the beautiful painting. I'll treasure it.
Kate MacLaurin |
Ramsay, Painting by
Kate Green;
20" x 20"
Acrylic on Canvas
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Hi Kate.
I absolutely love the painting and so does Chris! You did an amazing job...you captured Ramsay perfectly. We could not have asked for anything better.Thanks again. I am sure I will be in touch for some more paintings!" Krissy Commissioned by Krissy Kelly for her husband Chris Kanata |
Riley
, Painting by Kate Green;
36" x 24"
Acrylic on Canvas
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Kate, I think you could tell how much I loved the painting of Riley when you delivered it.
Everyone who sees it thinks it is fantastic. Riley had lots of fans so their praise is very meaningful. I love it because it is Riley, but I also love the painting itself - you have done an excellent job. As was his habit in real life Riley always had a way of being front and centre. The painting just didn't work for me at the bottom of the stairs. I think that was because it was viewed side on most of the time. So despite my initial plans, Riley has moved into the living room which is where he should be and he has settled in quite nicely. Many thanks for doing such a great job! Susan Dell, Ottawa |
Rivets, Painting by
Kate Green; 24" x 24"
Acrylic on Canvas
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Thank you so much for the painting of Rivets. You have captured his soul, his essence. It is all in the eyes. He was the loveliest dog. I miss him but he will now always be with me wherever I am in this home or wherever I rest my head in the future.
Margeret Lloyd-Thomas, Exeter, England |
Sadie as a Puppy, Painting by Kate Green
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Sadie, Painting by Kate Green,
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Hey Kate - it's Susan,
We just opened Sadie's portraits last night and I just want to tell you that they are brilliant, truly, truly brilliant. You've captured everything form her little fluffy hair going up, like a little piece, her little goobies in her eyes - just everything. It's truly the nicest gift that I have ever done for myself and for my family. On behalf of the Wise family we thank you dearly. Thank you, thank you, thank you! Susan Zikman Wise - Toronto |
Sallie
, Painting by Kate Green;
48" x 16"
Acrylic on Canvas
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Hi Kate - Sylvain was so surprised and loved the painting!! We have just finished a billiards room and we hung it in that room. I have attached 3 photo's of the great reveal on Tuesday night. Martini's were in order for the occasion!! Sallie does not know what to make of the painting!
Thanks again Kate the painting is perfect!!! Commissioned as a birthday gift for her husband Sylvain by Dawna Roy, Toronto |
Sam, Painting by
Kate Green;
24" x 30"
Acrylic on Canvas
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Kate, I wish you had been here when I opened this! I am jumping up and down I am so excited! You have to paint more horses!! Thank you very much for our picture, Peter and I both love it! So very excited and happy to hear you had fun doing it!"
Joy Anderssen |
Simba and his Teddy Bear, Painting by Kate Green; 20" x 20" Acrylic on Canvas
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Hi Kate,
It's Chris Yzerman writing. This e-mail is long overdue and something that I've been meaning to write since my wife Karen gave me the portrait you painted of our Simba at Christmas time.I wanted to thank you for your work. After some debate, we decided to open the gift with only a few of us around, which was a fortunate thing since it not only brought a wide smile to my face, but also tears to my eyes. Simba loved nothing better than to spend a winter's day laying on the driveway or the nearest snowbank, keeping an eye over his Teddy bear and our house, and you captured him in all his glory. Although I dearly miss him, I find it both comforting and reassuring to be able to look at the portrait and still see my handsome boy, with his soft and beautiful coat against the snow, and feel like he's still keeping an eye on things. Thank you again and I understand that you went out of your way to get it done in time for Christmas. Your efforts brought plenty of good to an otherwise gloomy season. Best wishes, Chris Commissioned by Karen Donovan as a Christmas gift for her husband Chris Yzerman - Ottawa |
Snip, Painting by
Kate Green;
16" x 16"
Acrylic on Canvas
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Snip at the Helm, Painting by
Kate Green;
16" x 16"
Acrylic on Canvas
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"I have Snip's painting up on the wall in my bedroom and I get to see it every morning when I wake up. It puts a smile on my face even on these chilly,dark fall mornings. I have forwarded your website to people who are also becoming great fans of your work. They still say Snip is your best painting yet although I am sure everyone has their favourite.
Marla Zapach Kate, he's wonderful! You have really captured Snip in all his glory smiling away as only he can. I love having the two sides of him on the opposing walls of my bedroom. This way I can't help but wake up grinning when I see the essence of my Snip captured on canvas. Thanks again for such a memorable piece of work. Marla Zapach |
Winter, Painting by Kate Green; 16" x 48" Acrylic on Canvas
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KATE!
We absolutely LOVE Winter's painting! You managed to capture what a gentle soul he was and that is amazing. Even though the painting makes us miss him even more, we are so happy to have his presence back in our life in such a special way. It is a beautiful work of art and a wonderful way to remember our very special friend and family member. Thank you so much. Your husband mentioned you enjoyed doing the painting and I am happy to hear Winter could bring a little joy to someone he hadn't even met! Although it doesn't surprise me - he was just that kind of dog ; ) Thanks again, Janina, Alan and Vivian (Adelle didn't meet him but she will know him through your painting). |
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