Chinsi
Ron & Burt
Burt
Ronnie
Charlie
Chihuahuas
Phillip and Toby
Ronnie
Oliver and Chloe
Spaniels
The Boys
Poppy
Millie approx A3 acrylics pet portrait
Two Dachunds Approx A3 acrylics pet portrait - Male and female Dachunds - beautiful shiny little dogs and great fun to paint.
Misty the Saluki approx A4 acrylics pet portrait - this is Misty the Saluki -she belongs to one of my best friends and is such a pretty girl.
Arthur the Airedale Approx A4 acrylics pet portrait - this is Arthur the Airedale - his tight curly coat was quite different to paint.
Portia the Chinese crested This is Portia - also known as 'Pickle' or as we call her' Granny Pickle' as she is my Crestie's Grandmother!
Baxter the Yellow Lab Approx A4 acrylics pet portrait - this is Baxter and I think he looks a very lovable boy.
Dexter the Black Lab Approx A4 acrylics pet portrait - this is Dexter and he really is a joyful chap. I enjoy painting black dogs - it's a good challenge and I like doing the highlights.
Two very different GSDs Acrylics on board - approx A3 - pet dog portraits - These two were done as a special Christmas present as their mum is poorly - so I hope her painting made her feel a little happier.
Bumble the Italian Greyhound Acrylics on board - approx A1 - pet dog portrait - how cute is this? and a bit different too - he looks lovely and snuggled dear little fella.
Brucie the Bichon Acrylics on board - approx A4 - Brucie is a very special little dog and has the most fantastic character and expressive face, this was a great commission to do.
Colonel Drucker "Drew" This is my first sculpture of my dear old boy - I miss this old pointer so much and it is my tribute to the wonderful time we spent together
Ruger Acrylics on board - approx A4 - Ruger is a gorgeous GSP - reminds me of my Drew - I did this one as a raffle prize for the Pointless Pointer Party
Lucy Locket the Pocket Rocket acrylics on board - approx A4 - I was delighted to be asked to paint this little dog's portrait as Lucy is a favourite of mine and stays with me at my Doggy hotel. She is just the most amazing character and I love her to bits.
The Border Terrierists! acrylics on board - approx A3 - pet dog portraits - These three naughty Terriers were done as a special birthday present for a friend of mine's husband. I love these little characters and know them well as I walk my dogs with them sometimes.
Hot Spots! acrylics on board - approx A3 - pet dog portraits - These two were done as a special birthday present - It is the first time I've painted a dog with blue eyes - amazing colour and very pretty dogs.
Julie's dogs Acrylics on board - approx A3 - pet dog portraits - These two were done as a special birthday present - I think the spaniel is cute but I love the character in the old girl's face - I think she is beautiful.
Beau and Bailey the Red Setters Acrylics on board - approx A4 x2 - pet dog portraits - This was a commission for a matched pair of paintings - these boys have great expressions and were a lovely colour to paint
The Flatcoats Family Acrylics on board - approx A1 - pet dog portraits - these Flatties are a family of dad, two brothers and sister. I tried to depict them in Autumn colours to suggest they are out on the shoot.
Terrier and Spaniel x Acrylics on board - approx A3 - pet dogs portrait - I've actually already done a portrait of Skye the Spaniel x before but his is a side view of her with her Jack Russell best friend
Maggie the Chocolate Lab Acrylics on board - approx A4 - pet dog portrait - I love chocolate! and it's great to paint too . . . lovely shades and hues
Tiger Lily and George acrylics on board - approx A3 - pet cat and dog portrait - A contrasting couple! The Chihuahua is tiny , , , I wonder who is boss?
the Golden Oldies Acrylics on board - approx A4 - pet dog portrait - These lovely old dogs are incredible - one of them is 17 years old which I think is amazing and they still look beautiful. I love older dogs especially as I have a grand old boy myself.
Max and Widget Acrylics on board - approx A3 - pet dog portrait - These two wonderful expressive characters are both rescued yellow labs who have certainly fallen on their paws! love these two boys
Sky the spaniel cross acrylics on board - approx A4 - pet dog portrait - Sky is a really cute Spaniel jack Brussel cross I think - super little lady and looks so happy with life
The Three GSD Kings! Acrylics on board - approx A2 - pet dog portrait - my clients wanted me to try and do these handsome boys in the style of the famous We Three Kings racehorse painting - so I hope I've done it justice
My Roxy Acrylics on board - approx A4 - pet dog portrait - This is my beautiful little Staffoie girl Roxy with her smiley face! love her to bits and have done this one as a self indulgent bit of advertising
GSD Acrylics on board - approx A4 - pet dog portrait - Handsome GSD has a wonderful long full coat with lots of different shades
Zak the standard poodle Acrylics on board - approx A4 - pet dog portrait - Zak is a standard poodle so he's a big boy and full of character - I think he has a very expressive face - he was avidly watching my chickens when I took the photos for reference for his portrait!
GSD Pups Acrylics on board - approx A3 - pet dog portrait - German Shepherd pups are super cute - lovely soft fluffy coats. Sadly one of the boys died very young so I hope my painting dose him justice and is a nice keepsake - he won't be forgotten.
Bea the Jack Russell Acrylics on board - approx A4 - pet dog portrait - Be a is a very elderly and much loved tiny little Jack Russell. She is a real sweetie and, I think, looking incredible for her 15 years! She has lost a few teeth and likes to keep her coat on thanks!
Lennie the Collie Acrylics on board - approx A4 - pet dog portrait - Lennie
Winston and Frankie - Sharon's boys Boxer and Cob - acrylics on board - approx A3
GSP Acrylics on board - approx A4 - pet dog portrait - This handsome fellow is a German Shorthair pointer - and very much like my old boy - so I think very handsome (although I am biased) (and I don't care)
Jo's trio Acrylics on board - approx A3 - pet dog portrait - Jo's talented trio are all great agility dogs - well I don't know about Betty the terrier to be truthful but, knowing Jo, I wouldn't be surprised!
Ellie the golden labrador Mixed media on board - approx A4 - Ellie is a very special labrador - she is so closely bonded with her human mum Pauline and to have that sort of relationship with one another is, I think, an amazing thing to experience.
Riley the Collie Cross Mixed media on board - approx A4 - Riley is a special dog who was with his young owner through some very tough times.
Remy the working Springer Spaniel Acrylics on board - approx A4 - pet dog portrait - This little girl is a real live wire - she is a lovely active liver and white springer and her owner wanted her painted in the setting of the beautiful countryside which is her home.
George the Black Labrador Acrylics on board - approx A4 - George is not just a rather proud black labrador - he is also a petting dog as he has such a wonderful personality, great dog.
The Smith's Terriers Acrylics on board - approx A3 - pet dog portrait - A trio of terriers - two Border terriers and a Jack Russell. Rupert is a mature fellow whilst Ruby is a really perky little girl.
Oscar the Boxer Dog Acrylics on board - approx A3 - pet dog portrait - This handsome boxer had a natural proud stance so had to be painted in full as he had such presence.
George the Working Springer Spaniel Acrylics on board - approx A4 - pet dog portrait - George is a liver and white working Springer Spaniel. He is not just a good looking boy either - he warms like a dream too and is gentle as well, lovely boy.
Rufus the Wire-Haired Fox Terrier Acrylics on board - approx A4 - pet dog portrait - Fox Terriers have really interesting fur to paint - not the easiest!
Rosie the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Oils on canvas - approx A4 - Little Rosie is a real princess and was very elegant and regal on her red blanket
Springer Spaniel Acrylics on board - approx A4 - pet dog portrait - This was an older boy who's name I wasn't given (it was a surprise painting). Lovely expression.
Phoebe the Greyhound drawing Charcoal and Conte Black & White on grey card - approx A4 - pet dog drawing - Phoebe was a black and white Greyhound - drawn in black and white.
Husky and Little Terrier Acrylics on board - approx A3 - pet dog portrait - This pair of rascals were very different in size to each other.
Golden Boy Acrylics on board - approx A4 - pet dog portrait - This golden labrador looks as if he is laughing - I think labradors particularly have a way about them that makes life joyful and fun.
Peggy the Flatcoat Retriever acrylics on board - approx A4 - Flatcoats are special dogs to me as they were my first introduction to the world of gun dogs. I think Peggy is a very pretty girl.
Tilly the working Cocker Spaniel Acrylics on board - approx A4 - Pet dog portrait - Tilly is a pretty solid red working cocker spaniel which is a breed I admire greatly. They amaze me in that although they are small they can haul a pheasant back with apparent ease.
Heidi and Lola Jack Russells Acrylics on board - approx A4 - Pet dog portrait - Jack Russell Terriers - these two cheeky girls are not actually related - Lola is a Chihuahua cross - both rescued from appalling situations. Now lovely fun dogs.
Keira the German Shepherd Dog acrylics on board - approx A4 - pet dog portrait - Keira is a retired police dog - very beautiful intelligent and brave.
Happy Huckle the Springer Spaniel Acrylics on board - approx A4 - pet dog portrait - Huckle is a black and white working Springer Spaniel
Freddie the Legend Acrylics on board - approx A3 - pet dog portrait - Freddie the Jack Russell belonged to a friend of mine - he is shown here in two ways - a close up head portrait to show his expressive character and running because he was a terrier racing legend.
Kevin's Trio of Trouble Acrylics on board - approx A3 long - pet dog portrait - Two large hairy leery lurchers and a tiny gorgeous scruffy Jack Russell terrier make my friend Kevin's life fun!
Skye the Blue Merle Collie Oils on canvas - approx A3 - pet dog portrait - Skye is a Blue Merle which is a particularly difficult colour to paint - lots of flecks of different colours within her coat. I think oil paints were a good choice as they really show off her rich coat.
Marnie the Boxer acrylics on board - approx A4 - pet dog portrait - I love the rich red colour of this beautiful boxer - she has the most wonderful expressive face too.
Jack the Jack! acrylics on board - approx A4 - Jack is a lovely golden Jack Russell terrier and his mum's special lad
German Shepherd Dog acrylics on board - approx A4 - pet dog portrait - This wonderful character had a lop ear - fantastic face.
Nina the White GSD Acrylics on board - approx A4 - pat dog portrait - Nina being a long coated luscious creamy white was a difficult commission but one I really enjoyed doing - it was hot afternoon when I took her photos and she came to life when a bumble bee appeared.
Ella the black GSD Acrylics on board - approx A4 - pet dog portrait - Ella is a black German Shepherd dog although she has gold highlights in her coat - she was also rather camera shy but we got some nice photos in the end . . . with bribery!
Goldie the Greyhound Acrylics on board - approx A4 - pet dog portrait - Goldie was a rescue Greyhound who's owners had done wonders with. I admire them so much and he was worth it.
3 Chow Chows Acrylics on board - approx A2 - pet dog portrait - The same but different! lovely dogs with amazing thick coats
Golly the Schnauzer Acrylics on board - approx A4 - pet dog portrait - Golly is a real cutie and was quite a challenge being both black and very hairy - great eyebrows.
Winston the Golden Retriever Acrylics on board - approx A4 - pet dog portrait - Winston is a happy go lucky retriever with a cheerful disposition.
Billy the fox red Labrador Acrylics on board - approx A4 - pet dog portrait - Billy has the most amazing rich red colouration - called fox red - which is quite rare. Beautiful boy.
Anita's German Shepherd Dogs Acrylics on board - approx A3 - pet dog portrait - This pair are very different in age - the younger dog on the left hadn't quite grown into his ears yet whilst the older girl has such a lot of character.
Slipper the Black Labrador Acrylics on board - approx A4 - pet dog portrait - Slipper is a beautiful black labrador - I lover her name too!
Charlie & Chaplin - Two Very different Brothers Acrylics on board - approx A3 - pet dog portrait - These two are Jack Russell Terrier brothers but one is smooth coated whilst the other a wonderful scruffy!
Rachel's Collie acrylics on board - approx A4 - This dainty little working collie was full of life and vitality. She looked as if she was really enjoying the attention during her photo shoot and had a real sparkle.
Two Dalmatians Acrylics on board - approx A4 - pet dog portrait - the male Dalmatian was liver and white whilst the smaller female the more usual black and white - by the end of this portrait I was certainly seeing spots before my eyes!
Gus the Wire-Haired Pointer acrylics on board - approx A4 - Gus is a wire-haired pointer and very handsome! I have a soft spot for all HPRs . . . probably because I have a couple myself!
Zoe the working sheepdog Acrylics on board - approx A4 - pet dog portrait - Black and/or white animals are difficult to paint but if the photos are taken in good sunshine to show of their shiny coats they can look fantastic.
Echo the working Springer Spaniel Acrylics on board - approx A4 - pet dog portrait - Echo is a black and white working Springer Spaniel shown here with a pheasant he had just picked up.
Toby the Golden Retriever Pup Acylics on board - approx A1 - pet dog portrait - The painting of this gorgeous puppy was a wedding present from a bride to her husband of their dog.
Rosie the Bulldog Acylics on board - approx A1 - pet dog portrait - Rosie the bulldog snuggled in her favourite blanket.
Rosie the Bearded Collie Acrylics on board - approx A4 - pet dog portrait - I loved this dog to bits - she was so much friendly fun. I enjoyed photographing her as much as i did painting her. Fantastic hair!
Bichon Frise Acrylics on board - approx A4 - pet dog portrait - white is difficult to paint as it can end up looking dirty. Fluff is also hard to portray. Put them together in a Bichon and I hd my work cut out - I am really pleased with the result however!
Pickles The Border Terrier Acrylics on board - approx A4 - pet dog portrait - Pickles is a Border Terrier who belongs to a friend of mine - she lives on a farm and has the most wonderful scruffy thick all weather coat!
Monty the Wire-haired Dachshund Acrylics on board - approx A4 - pet dog portrait - nice side profile of Monty the Dachshund showing his lovely wiry beard off!
Two Black Labradors Acrylics on board - approx A3 - pet dog portrait - this goes to show that two black dogs of same breed do not look the same! They also love the sea so hint of that in the background.
Zeus & Mimi - German Shepherd and Staffie Cross friends Acrylics on board - approx A3 - pet dog portrait - Zeus is a very handsome GSD and Mimi is a very loveable Staffie cross.
Huckle's Retrieve Acrylics on board - approx A2 - pet dog portrait - Huckle is a black & white working Springer shown here making a retrieve whilst his black lab friend Emu looks on waiting for her turn.
Sheba the German Shepherd Dog Acrylics on board - approx A4 - pet dog portrait - Sheba the GSD has a wonderful long full coat with lots of different shades - rewarding to paint.
My Drew - my German Short-Haired Pointer This is my own dog - my hero - acrylics on board - approx A3 - I use him as my logo because he is the love of my life
Harry the Flatcoat Retriever Mixed media on board - approx A4 - Harry was a very special dog who I knew very well and was friends with my old boy. He was also a very handsome Flatcoat with a lovely kind nature.