British photographer John Drysdale’s pictures can be deceptive. They seem to depict play — spontaneous fun and funniness, exquisite ease and frolic, the real and the surreal cozily at home in the world together. At bottom, Drysdale’s pictures reveal the emotion of love. Brimful of play, his guileless subjects luxuriate in strong and […]
Top 10 Cutest Valentine’s Day Pups!
Love is in the air. Valentine’s Day is right around the corner, and you may or may not have a significant other. Don’t stress! Your furry friend can also serve as a Valentine’s Day cuddle buddy. Let’s take a peek at the most adorable Valentine’s Day hounds to celebrate the holiday and love! 10. […]
Ruben Toledo Paints A Vivid Picture – Inspired By Animal Subjects And His Designer Wife Isabel
Artist and designer Ruben Toledo’s creative influence has little, if any, boundaries. He is, as his official biography describes, “at once a painter, sculptor, illustrator, fashion chronicler and critic;” Toledo himself says that he is simply an artist – he “tells stories and invents ideas, and tries to express emotions in a visual way.” […]
Fine Art with a Bark – The William Secord Gallery is Devoted to Dog Paintings!
William Secord owns the only gallery in North America devoted exclusively to paintings of dogs. He’d like to show you around. The William Secord Gallery doesn’t seem like the kind of place where dogs run free. Hardwood floors gleam with polish. The gallery’s three display rooms are filled with ornately framed art, all carefully hung […]
Pop Arf: Modern Dog Art by Nathan Janes
Pop ARF is a creative way to describe the dog artwork of Nathan Janes. In fact, it is the title Janes has given to both his collection of paintings and to his website. Janes began his art career after graduating from the Columbus College of Art and Design in Ohio. At the beginning stage of […]
Time To Chirp! “Flights of Fancy” – Alba Ballard And Her Feathered Acting Troupe
Alba Spinetto was born in Porto Tolle, Rovigio, Italy to a theatrical family in 1928. They traveled Europe as a variety stage troupe called Compagnia. Spinetto and entertained audiences with dancing, singing and comedy shows that incorporated various animal acts. Alba Spinetto’s special talent for working with animals, including a stray baby wolf, was established at […]