Portraiture/ Abstract Impressionism / Still Life

examples of past commissions...

ILLUSTRATION​​​​

​​​COMMISSIONS

What started out as an idea to create 'simpler' alternatives to pet portraiture, has now evolved into painting illustrations which have become more and more detailed over time.  That level of detail just crept back in....I couldn't help myself!  What I love about these illustrations is how it demonstrates how well we know our four legged friends.  Even looking at them from behind, their little quirks still show.  It could be a wonky ear, a super fluffy tail, certain markings or a lumpy and bumpy body!  ​Believe me, if I didn't follow their contours perfectly, you would know.

So although the essence has remained the same, (keeping the simplicity of the pose from behind, eliminating the need for facial features and backgrounds) through personalised requests, the illustrations occasionally change direction which is always welcome.  Either way, my clients have loved them!  Whether they have commissioned for themselves or for someone's big occasion, they have all been so well received and become such special keepsakes.

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Another tangent these illustrations are taking is of the human variety.  Same principle, but of family and friends and special occasions or moments.  A different alternative to photographs, capturing precious times onto canvas.

most recent commissions...