This custom painting was commissioned in Pittsburgh as a Christmas gift. See more of the work in progress… Read the rest of this entry »

After many changes, turquoise works for this portrait. The lighter blue really works with the colors in this dog’s fur. View the work as it developed in progress… Read the rest of this entry »

This is a portrait of Antoni and Sylvia, a commisioned portrait I have just completed working on this afternoon. Read the rest of this entry »

This pet portrait is of Bailey, a fantastic and beloved pet of Wendy. This painting is basically finished; however, a few touches new touches may happen tomarrow. What do you think Shelby?

Handsome Jake 2, the second commissioned pet portrait. Jake’s owner loved the first portrait and was generous enough to donate the work of art to a fundraiser for an animal shelter in Pittsburgh. This pet portrait he decided to keep for himself.

Handsome Jake 1
This pet portrait of Jake is rendered in color pencil. I enjoy working in pencil from time to time, it helps in keeping my drawing skills sharp. See Jake’s work in progress…

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This is an update to Rickie. She is developing well. The colors I am using for her are deep and contrasting for highlight the curly fur on her face and ears. She needs to sit for a day, and I’ll come back to her one final time to make any detailed changes in the reflection of light on her fur. Other than that, she will be ready to go home. Read the rest of this entry »

Finally after days of working this custom portrait, Hudson is finally the beauty I had envisioned when I first began. His dark eyes really sparkle against his warm skin. I believe this certainly will be a cherished work of art for his family. Feel free to view the work in progress , click Read the rest of this entry »

This vibrant portrait painting is now complete. I cannot wait for it to go to its owner. Zapata Studios, Pittsburgh Read the rest of this entry »