POE

This oil painting stands as a homage to a charming canine with his coat as dark and sleek as midnight, he perfectly captures the timeless allure of man’s best friend. His eyes seem to hold the mysteries of the universe (or at least a few squeaky toys).  His expressive face is a window into his soul, he’s seen quite a few adventures, yet is still up for belly rubs at every turn.

When you gaze upon this realistic portrayal, there’s no denying the spell in those soulful eyes, crafted with attention to detail that makes them glisten with life and curiosity. I’ve tried to weave magic into every brushtroke, meticuously crafting his floppy ears with a subtle interplay of dark and light tones. It’s a textural delight for the artist and the viewer which practically begs you to reach out and feel the softness captured on the wooden panel.

I’ve set Poe against a neutral background so that he is the star of the show. I’ve attempted to capture not only Poe’s likeness but also his wandering spirit with the enchanting bonds that form when we open our hearts to the animals that find us throughout our lives.