Jacelyn Orellana
Dog Paintings
Updated: Jul 17
As an artist, I am perpetually driven by the pursuit of capturing the inherent beauty and essence of the world that surrounds us. Recently, my artistic fascination has been captivated by the extraordinary diversity and endearing qualities exhibited by dogs. Their unwavering loyalty, individual personalities, and distinctive physical traits serve as an inexhaustible source of inspiration for my creative pursuits. Therefore, I am preparing to undertake a comprehensive series of dog paintings to explore this inspiration. I receive quite a lot of pet portrait painting commissions with a grand majority of them being dogs. This forthcoming collection aspires to evoke the unique essence and character of various dog breeds, diligently observed and skillfully translated onto canvas.

By employing a range of paints including oils, acrylics, and gouache, I intend to practice and refine my craft, leveraging each medium's unique properties to capture the dogs' vibrant vitality and spirited charm. Beyond a joyous exploration of the captivating canine world, this series also serves as a preliminary introduction to the remarkable diversity of dog breeds, which I plan to individually portray in future artistic pursuits. With every brushstroke, I aim to convey the warmth, affection, and playfulness that dogs inspire in our lives, inviting viewers to revel in the extraordinary bond shared between humans and their beloved four-legged companions.