31/03/2026
There are some paintings that carry a little more weight.
This is Willow. She was sweet, playful, and just a little bit adventurous. She meant the absolute world to her mom.
This portrait is one of four, created as a deeply personal gift. I spent time going through old photos, looking for something that felt like her. Not just a good picture, but a moment that held her personality. Something that felt alive.
Not just to paint what they looked like, but to bring back the feeling of them. The way they looked at you. The small, familiar expressions you don’t realise you miss until they’re gone.
Willow was the only one in this set who had passed on, which made this piece especially meaningful to create.
If you’ve ever wanted to hold onto a piece of your pet in this way, I work from photos and can create something just as personal for you, wherever you are in South Africa.
You’re welcome to send me a photo of your pet, and I’ll guide you through the process.