Selected work

Ariane - German Shepherd in oils

Subject: Pet portraits
Medium: Oil Paint
Dimensions: Dimensions - 13 x 19 in
Created: 2025

“Ariane” is an original black-and-white oil painting on paper, created using the dry brush technique. The portrait captures the German Shepherd’s alert yet gentle expression, intelligent eyes, upright ears, and richly textured coat.

The commission story

This portrait of Ariane was commissioned to create a realistic and expressive portrayal of the German Shepherd. I used the dry brush technique and built the image gradually with fine layers of oil paint, paying close attention to anatomical accuracy, the texture and direction of the coat, and Ariane’s distinctive expression.

The outcome

The finished portrait captures Ariane’s distinctive expression, intelligent gaze, and dignified character. “Ariane” received 6th Place in the Realism - Animal category at the 2026 World Art Awards.

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