- Subject
- Pet portraits
- Medium
- Oil Paint
- Dimensions
- Dimensions - 13 x 19 in
- Created
- 2018
“Gizma” is a black-and-white oil portrait on paper of a Chihuahua in a charming upright pose. Her bright eyes, raised front paws, distinctive markings, and almost smiling expression reveal her lively and confident personality.
The commission story
The portrait was commissioned by Gizma’s owner from a personal photograph. The aim was to preserve her playful pose, alert expression, and individual character. Using the dry brush technique, I carefully recreated her anatomy, coat markings, facial details, and expressive eyes.