Commissions, Illustrations & Requests by Kirk
Suzanne
This is Suzanne, a former student, dear friend and my art agent in Laguna, California.
Rodeo Cutting Horse
This gentleman and I share the same name Kirk. This is a scene I put together of him winning the Rodeo Championship for cutting horses.
Portraits of 10 Pets
A commission of all the animals this patron ever had. Below is the last living pet.
My friend Ken
This is Ken my friend and local Orange County golf pro. I painted this for him so he could give it to his aunt that raised him.
Two-year-old and family dog – sibling rivalry
A delightful painting I and my client thought. The little girl refused to allow the family dog to pose with her. Sibling rivalry. I photographed the dog separately and added later.
Remington
I was quite good at replicating Remington. Hope you agree. Once even fooled an expert. I was not trying to be a forger.
Mr. Andrews
This portrait of Mr. Andrews was of Nebraska’s victory over Oklahoma. He went on to play for many years for the LA Rams.
Merle Haggard
I was commissioned by close friends of Merle Haggard. Everyone said they liked it. That’s always good!
Renowned Horse Breeder
This equestrian is a world-renowned breeder. He and his wife saw the picture of Kirk and commissioned me to paint this for them. I got a call from her and she asked me if I could paint her husband out. I asked her why? She she said that was her horse and he sold it. Fortunately, she partially forgave him and they left the painting intact. Whew!
Sister and Brother
Sometimes I revert back to my classical training for a portrait. The monotone underpainting was so good I wanted to leave it. Their momma said no.
Mick Jagger
This is scary good, I thought. The abstract background enhanced the action Mick Jagger exudes on stage. Fortunately, the client agreed.
Dear friend – late husband
This was a portrait I executed from a photo for a dear friend. It was her late husband who I had not had the pleasure of meeting.
KIRK MILLER ART STUDIO
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