Capnip toys are super idea for keeping your cat occupied, they just go bonkers for them! Unluckily, their attractiveness does decline over time and we have to keep replacing them. All the same, it’s very easy to make them yourself! continue reading »
It’s true! Not all cats and dogs need to behave like their stereotypes, but to make sure your household is a place of peace and calm, you need to deal with their introduction the right way and be sure that puppy gets a little education.
All the same, a lot will depend on the temperament of your cat. continue reading »
With the majority of artists, pet portrait painters are a careful lot and don’t escape the chance to save money if at all possible. Needless to say, watercolour, whether in tubes or pans, is a high prices commodity for the artist to buy. You’ll be glad to hear that it’s perfectly possible to make your own and save money. continue reading »
We all like to believe that we would do almost anything for our dogs, we’ve bought the tee shirt, got the pet portrait, all you need now is an award for the mantle! Perhaps you could teach them to track? You could soon have them finding your lost car keys, all it takes is a willing dog and a bit of patience. continue reading »
Whether you are creating or commissioning a painting, we all like to think it will be around for many years to come. Even the most meticulously executed pet portraits must cope with outside influences such as accidental damage, neglect or simply old age, however there is much that the artist can do by way of careful selection of materials and technique to add durability to the painting.
To start with use the best quality materials, canvas or linen should have a tight weave and ideally a weight of 10oz or more (particularly on larger pieces). continue reading »
