by Hope Lane | Aug 4, 2018 | Blog
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...
by Hope Lane | Jul 13, 2018 | Blog
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...
by Hope Lane | Jun 29, 2018 | Blog
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...
by Hope Lane | Jun 10, 2018 | Blog
Completed Painting of Pepe, the Chihuahua Pepe, 10″ x 8″ Acrylic by Hope Lane The finished portrait of sweet little Pepe. I had a lot of fun painting this–from his big eyes looking up at you to the shag carpeting he’s resting on. Thank you to...
by Hope Lane | Jun 2, 2018 | Blog
Chihuahua Painting Moving Along I’ve completed a full rough in of Pepe’s portrait and my panel is fully covered with paint. I’ve started to add the details to his little face which is coming along pretty well. He’s lying on a soft blue shaggy...