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A New Portrait Story
A New Portrait Story

Introducing my portrait of Cash. Discover the painting journey behind this recent commission and watch how this oil painting took shape.

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Painting a Dog Portrait - Part 3
Painting a Dog Portrait - Part 3

The final part of this portrait story, showing you what I do to finish off an oil painting. Watch a mini video of the varnish and framing stages.

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Painting a Dog Portrait - Part 2
Painting a Dog Portrait - Part 2

The second instalment of this portrait’s story, where I dive into the oil paints! Watch how the painting starts to build in depth and detail.

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Painting a Dog Portrait - Part 1
Painting a Dog Portrait - Part 1

Discover how I get going on a dog portrait in oil on canvas. Walking you through part 1 of the journey with this painting of a beautiful dog called Tussock.

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Max's Portrait
Max's Portrait

In honour of international Dog's day I'm talking about a very special Dog Portrait commission. Find out about Max’s story, and why it deeply moved me.

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New Commission in Progress
New Commission in Progress

A new commission is underway in the studio. Discover the story behind this mother and daughter dog portrait and why it is going to be a particularly special one!

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Green Turtle Story
Green Turtle Story

Diving into the story of my green turtle painting, with a walk through of what inspired it and a timelapse of the painting process.

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Jed's Portrait Story
Jed's Portrait Story

Spotlighting my portrait of this beautiful Border Collie, Jed. Watch a little video showing how his portrait developed and what Jed made of the finished framed painting!

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New Print Launch - Boris the Cob!
New Print Launch - Boris the Cob!

My painting of Boris, the Cob is now available as a fine art Print and greeting card! Find out who Boris is and watch his portrait story.

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Aiva's Story
Aiva's Story

A Tuesday Testimonial, spotlighting the story behind this portrait of the mischievous Aiva!

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Kovu's Story
Kovu's Story

Discover the story behind my portrait of Kovu - just one of the paintings to feature in my new exhibition at Putney Library, opening tomorrow!

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Easter Greetings
Easter Greetings

Easter Greetings from Lambkin the Lamb! Showing the journey of this painting, from loose line sketch to finished print.

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Millie & Doughie's Portrait Story
Millie & Doughie's Portrait Story

From loose line sketch to unboxing the finished framed portraits, watch a little walk through of the commission process for these two lovable characters.

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Shining Eyes, A Work in Progress
Shining Eyes, A Work in Progress

A glimpse at what is on the digital easel this week, showing my progress on my portrait of Treacle, in particular focusing in how I paint his eyes.

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Exploring Watercolour
Exploring Watercolour

Going on a journey with digital watercolour, showing a mini timelapse of my experiments in this medium whilst working on a new commission.

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The Pawfect Partnership - Kovu's Finished Portrait
The Pawfect Partnership - Kovu's Finished Portrait

The final chapter of Kovu’s portrait story. Discover what elements inspired this painting and watch the big reveal, when Kovu and his owner see his portrait for the first time!

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Hello from the Studio
Hello from the Studio

Revealing a little glimpse behind the scenes, showing work in progress on my latest portrait and sharing two very inspiring podcasts which have got me rethinking the way I breath and the impact breathing can have on our well being.

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Introducing Jude, The Sphynx Cat
Introducing Jude, The Sphynx Cat

Introducing my finished portrait of Jude, the conclusion to all my knitting in paint! Read the full story and watch a short time-lapse showing this portrait from loose line sketch to finished painting.

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Celebrating World Black Dogs Day
Celebrating World Black Dogs Day

Celebrating World Black Dog day with this portrait I did of a wonderful dog called Guinness. Talking about how black fur is just as rich as any other colour to paint.

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Hug Your Hound Day
Hug Your Hound Day

Celebrating a special Lurcher called Luna on this special Hug your Hound Day. Read on to find out her story.

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International Dog Day
International Dog Day

Today I am looking back on all the wonderful dogs I have had the honour of painting this year. Read on to find out what I discovered.

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In Celebration of the Honey Bee
In Celebration of the Honey Bee

Find out the full story behind my tribute to the Honey Bee, in celebration of World Honey Bee Day.

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A New Experiment in Tribute to World Lion Day
A New Experiment in Tribute to World Lion Day

Read about my continuing exploration of new digital mediums with my latest animal portrait in celebration of World Lion’s Day.

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Clover, the Loyal Sprocker
Clover, the Loyal Sprocker

Introducing my latest portrait of a sprocker called Clover. Read all about her story and watch a small time-lapse of this portrait in progress.

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Portrait of Doug
Portrait of Doug

Today I’m sharing my latest portrait of an energetic pup called Doug. Hear more about his story and watch a time-lapse of how this digital painting came together.

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In Celebration of a horse called Lewis
In Celebration of a horse called Lewis

Today I am talking about this portrait of a beautiful horse called Lewis. Read on to hear the full story and watch a time-lapse of this painting in progress.

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Furry Friends Friday is Back
Furry Friends Friday is Back

After a bit of a pause, my Furry Friends Fridays are now back in swing with my new painting of Jed the Border Collie. Read on to find out all about him and watch a time-lapse of this painting in progress.

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A Father's Day Commemoration
A Father's Day Commemoration

Today I’m talking about my new painting of a Sandhill Crane, celebrating the memory of my father, who always reminded me of the beauty in life.

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Hug Your Cat Day
Hug Your Cat Day

In celebration of National Hug Your Cat Day, I bring you a recent digital painting I made of the wonderful Fluff. Read on to discover her full story along with a time-lapse of this painting in progress.

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World Turtle Day
World Turtle Day

Today I take you on a deep dive into the oceans exploring the story of this Green Turtle and the threatened world in which he lives.

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Susannah Nathanson

Susannah Nathanson is a London based figurative contemporary artist who specialises in narrative painting and prints, in particular still life allegories of vintage toys.

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