Yee-haw! While visiting Texas for the South By Southwest 2015 Music Festival, I was able to explore the beautiful city of Austin with Baby Hope. The Live Music Capital of the World might inspire you to sing to your pooch. Whether you have pleasant vocal stylings is a matter of opinion, […]
Pet Portraits – from ‘Van Gogh’ to Needlepoint
The royals have been doing it for years. But these days, you don’t have to live in Buckingham Palace to pay homage to your special pet with an artistic rendering. No matter what your décor, you can find a pet portraitist who will seamlessly match your style and spruce up your room with […]
“The Happy Artist” Spreads Joy Through His Art!
JP “Happy” Kuhn (aka James Patrick Kuhn or The Happy Artist) has been bringing joy to countless people, children, and animals globally through his whimsical and colorful murals. He started his art career in Washington D.C. in the mid 60’s. “Happy” Kuhn is recognized as a versatile contemporary artist, and has received kudos […]
Summer Is Here! Time For A New Twist to Pet Fitness!
Over the last three decades, photographer John Lund has captured some astounding animal antics. He can coerce a dog to skateboard like a pro. He can coax ordinary ducks to become seasoned synchronized swimmers. He’s even captured images of two swimsuit-clad feline sunbathing beauties. Meanwhile, the rest of us can’t even get our dogs to […]
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 […]
Get Your Perfect Pet Portrait with Rory Mackay!
Rory Mackay is a classically trained artist with penchant for painting pooches! While he may not have predicted that the four-legged set would so thoroughly become his inspiration, this canine Caravaggio found his calling in capturing the energy and spirit of our furry friends on his canvas. Born and raised in London, Mackay is now […]