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Halfway Through a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Portrait

Halfway Through a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Portrait

Halfway Through a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Portrait I’m about halfway through Morgan’s portrait. Nearly all of my paintings go through a dark and harsh stage on their way to completion. I paint dark to light–so they get lighter and lighter as I...
Sketch for Kitty’s Portrait

Sketch for Kitty’s Portrait

Sketch for Kitty’s Portrait I was asked to create a painting as a gift to remember Kitty, a beloved tuxedo cat who is no longer with us. While I’ve painted quite a few cats, I’ve painted far more dogs, so I always find it interesting how different...
Finished Painting of Kona the Poodle

Finished Painting of Kona the Poodle

Finished Painting of Kona the Standard Poodle 8″ x 8″ acrylic by Hope Lane Kona’s portrait came together smoothly. I needed to be cautious with balancing the subtle colors in her fur as she had warmer tones in her ears and was a bit more grey in the...
Sketch for a Poodle Portrait

Sketch for a Poodle Portrait

Sketch for a Poodle Portrait Earlier this year, I donated a small custom pet portrait to be auctioned in support of the Born Free Pet Shelter. I do a few of these each year to a limited number of rescue groups. Unfortunately I have to turn down far more requests...