Nonsense Canine Patterns

This week I have had to do a lot of artworking, necessary, but a bit dull.
So to combat this I created a few nonsense canine patterns.

The first Boston Terrier Bowties and Corgi Check.

Have a lovely weekend. Enjoy x x x

Tuesday Sketch - A dog called Piko

There are many things I should be doing.
Which I am, but I couldn't resist taking a break and sketching this fella.
His name is Piko. He has the best face I think I've seen on a dog in a while.

I've been commissioned to illustrate him and his sister, who is equally as good.

So back to it for me.
Hope you're having a lovely Tuesday.

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The small things!

Lots of work to be done before I head off to France for a lovely break.
I can't wait.
Although I have nothing to grumble about, it's always nice to take some time out.
Simple pleasures.

So head down for now and get what needs to be done, done : )

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Some recent commissions of glorious canines : )

A quick update to say hello and show off some of these glorious canines.

1st up is Dave, a totally dapper and handsome chap.
2nd on the list is Mr. Oliver, completely cute in his collar and tie!
And last but no means least, a personal favourite, Flora. Utterly gorgeous.

Thanks to all my lovely customers, I so enjoy what I do : ) x x 

Rediscovered the joys of Hyperballad this week, so good.
How did I forget.

Daytrippers

These guys are having a great time day tripping in New York.
Sadly I am off to get my car mot-ed in Luton!
On the plus side though I am off to my home town, so will see friends and family : )

And if you fancy a cut out of your own they are available at my Etsy Shop
The skyscraper ornament can be seen on my Supermarket Sarah Wall : )

Have a superb rest of Thursday.
x x x

Original Sketches On Etsy

So I have put a few of my original sketches on Etsy.
So if you know of anyone that is in need of an original gift, have a look!!
Fancy a dog adorned with pearls, bow tie or scarf?
Then these might be for you, or a special someone.

Introducing Penelope, Bob, Mr Happy, Pico and Lionel.

Sparky and Samson

Just a few of the latest models I've had the pleasure to sit for me.
Sparky lives in San Francisco and Samson in Oklahoma.
Beautiful in her beret and handsome in his bow tie : )

Happy Tuesday to you. x

Mascot Studio's 13th Annual Dog Show!

So it looks like I will have some work showing at Mascot Studio's 13th Annual Dog Show.
How lovely.
Anne Watkins, another artist featured in Martha Stewarts Holiday Gift Guide gave me the heads up to contact Peter the owner of Mascot Studios and after a few e-mails it looks like I will be part of the show!
Very excited, just wish I could head back to New York, I love New York.
Maybe later in the year.

It looks like there may be a few embroidery's being shown.
Possibilities below : )
Thanks Martha, thanks Anne, thanks Peter.
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A Big Thanks.

What a busy and productive few months it's been.
Not to mention a hectic year, but that's another story.
Only one more Xmas commission to do before officially on a break.

I've had a blast doing all the wonderful portraits that I received via my mention in Martha Stewart.
Much love going out to all that have commissioned me recently and previously.
My small business is slowly growing and I have never enjoyed something as much.


What an eventful year.
I'm sure I will blog again before the big day.
But in case I'm having too much fun than a Happy Christmas to everyone.
: )
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Oh, this is Ernie, one of my recent models. What a dude.

Homage - No 3

So I have managed 3 days, of a drawing a day.
Not so much to get excited about but I'm sticking to my word so far!
So here he is, No 3.

The Bird And The Bee - Polite Dance Song
Darwin Deez - Radar Detector
Basement Jaxx - Oh My Gosh

Cheers!

Just a quick note from me and the 'Distinguished Gentleman' below.
(I had the delight of being commissioned to create him in the past week.
A husky, wearing a bow tie and drinking a glass of sherry.
What a nice thing to do and then the bonus of getting paid for it!)

Well, I hope you all have a wonderful Christmas and New Year and I shall see you on the other side, if not before.

Have a good one.

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