Sebastian in Charge

Pastel on Pastelmat - 6x6

This portrait of Sebastian is taken from a series of photos I took of him a few years ago.  It was hard for me to concentrate on this painting because he was such a good friend and wonderful pet.  In the end, I believe I captured some of his gentle, faithful, and loving spirit.

Abbie in the Window

Pastel on Pastelmat, 12x9

This is a portrait of one of my favorite pets.  She was number 14 of 20.
 

Bridget 10 - Don't Look at Me, I'm Thinking

 Pastel on Toned Tan Paper, 7x5

This is the standard view of Bridgette. Every time I get the camera or my phone out to take a photo, she refuses to look at me.  This is Bridgette - Don't Look at Me, I'm Thinking.

Rusty Num 9

Rusty's Question

Pastel on Pastelmat 6x9

With this pose of Rusty, my goal was to capture his quizzical expression and show his white fur in shadow.  

This is an updated photo posted on 8/16/2024.

This portrait is number 9 of my 20 in 30 days personal challenge. 
 

Roxie 5x7 - Cat 08

 

Pastel on Drawing Paper - 5x7

This is Cat #8 of my 20 Cats in 30 Days.  The subject is my sister-in-law's cat, Roxie.  I plan to do a larger, more formal portrait of Roxie on archival pastel paper, but.  I wanted to do a  test because of the unique color patterns and expressions of this beautiful cat.

Cat Drawings - 1st Five

Cat 2 - from Photo

Cat 3 - Bridgette 1

Cat 4 - Bridgette 2

Cat 5 - Rusty

Cat 7 - Lady Gray

First 5 of 20 Cats in 30 Days

I have set myself a project of drawing / painting 20 cats in 30 days.  These first 5 images are drawn in pencil with pastel on drawing paper.  I wanted to start slowly with pencil to master the proportions and expressions of the cats.  Not all the drawings made the "final cut."

More will be coming.

If you are interested, I would be delighted to do a portrait of your pet.  Contact me for details about my process and prices.

Windy

Ink and watercolor wash, 7x10

I am trying out a new Mixed Media pad from Artist Loft. I thought it would be a good surface for line and wash and a good size for plein air sketches.  No wet-in-wet, so not a complete test.