So many times I have heard “Why would you want a portrait painted of your pet? I have loads of photos on my phone…” Our pets are not just animals they are loved and cherished as part of our families, for many people their pets are their family. We are given these lovely beings for … Continue reading Why paint a portrait when you can take a photo?
Having rekindled my love for painting and drawing I found myself quite busy painting pet portraits for people. I am enormously proud when I am asked to paint someone’s beloved companion and indeed feel very honoured that they have chosen me to paint for them. However there are times when I find I am at … Continue reading Dogs to the Rescue
These photos could be labelled in one of two ways…. A Cool Dog in a Smart Car. or lets face it…. Not the smartest dog, in not the coolest car! Either way I do love my dog & my car…. they both make me smile! :o) On a serious note: Never leave your dog in the … Continue reading Cool Dog, Smart Car
I never thought that I would never paint again. I had actually packed up all my paints and put them in the loft, believing inspiration had left me. In fact it was 9 years ago that I painted anything in watercolour. I was off exploring other art mediums like silk painting, mosaic and more recently … Continue reading Animal Inspiration
