Saturday, 2 July 2011

The Norris Clan


20in x 30in oil on canvas

These are the current pets of the Norris', a married couple from Mint Hill, SC. Titus (boxer), the patriarch, is depicted as the foundation of the group.

My Poppy


8in x 10in mixed media

A portrait of my grandfather in his Air force fatigues. The poppy flowers symbolize his nickname, "Poppy". Doesn't he look so young?

Lola


10in x 10in
Lola (aka bad dog), a loyal springer spaniel, is a loving member of the Homes' family here in Charlotte, NC.

The Fugere Clan


20in x 30in custom size
The Fugure clan is a group of pets past and present commissioned as a gift by Breanne and Ellen Fugere as a gift. Lance (the bottom yellow lab) is the patriarch of the group and is depicted as the pillar of the pet "totem" pole. Their current pets (Carly, Simon, and Joe) are depicted at the top, looking out over the group.

Sunday, 27 March 2011

Portrait of my Father



This portrait was inspired by a picture taken of my dad when he was in college. It's a 24in x 24in oil on wood panel. The doors open to a second painted portion of his face. Inside the doors is a portion of a handwritten letter to me from him when I graduated college.

Portrait of my Mother


This is a 24in x 24in portrait of my mother. oil on wood panel. This portrait was inspired by a picture of her taken when she was in college. The little doors open to reveal a second hand painted face in the middle. On the back of the doors is a portion of a typed letter written to me from her when I was in High School.

Wednesday, 5 January 2011

Frea


6in x 6in

Frea is a beautiful, well behaved adult Rottweiler from Southern Pines, NC. This pet portrait was a gift for a hard working member of the Special Forces. Due to his high demanding job he is out of the country for long periods of time. Not being able to take his loyal pup, a small, packable portrait is a perfect way to take her with him