Some people think you have to be a famous or glamorous person to warrant an original art commission.  Actually, some of my favorite commissions aren't of people at all ... they feature dogs.

Since I was a kid, I've always enjoyed dogs.  Storm, my current German Sheppard, keeps me company while I draw, exercises me with a daily walk, and keeps me laughing when we play his favorite games.   A friend  claims Storm is my favorite artist's model which, of course, he is.

This piece is called "Home Alone." It reflects the look Storm gives us when he realizes we are leaving and he is not! 

One of my favorite artists who creates wonderful hand turned wooden lamps takes his miniature beagle with him everywhere.  Thelma is small enough to stand on Alan's arm.

Boomer got his name because of his bark which is so loud, it sounds like he is booming.  This drawing is Boomer as a pup.  Now he stands 3 feet tall.  But he still booms!

Shadow and Lightning were visiting in Colorado when their owner asked me to draw them.  I worked very hard on a composition that complimented both dogs, one large and one much smaller.

Please contact me if you would like a drawing of your own dog or other pets.  You can see additional examples at Dogs and other commissions.