BUBBY
"fancy pug"
This piece was done for the husband of a co-worker of my wife. This is their dog Bubby. She was inspired by other, painted portraits of dogs, but was happy with the results of my more sketchy, illustrated take.
I kind of just dove in on this one, began roughing out the forms and enjoying the shapes. I honestly didn't know how I was going to undertake coloring or fur, but I think through a good combo of brushes, I was able to break away from my more usual blocky coloring to bring some more realistic life into the pup.
I personally thought the guy would enjoy the looser tie/shirt version, but the official request was for the tux and tie. I'll agree it lends a bit more focus and structure to the overall image...but he just looked so comfy before.
Final fancy version.
Final "end of the night" version.
Initial, digital sketch.
Professional photo reference of Bubby. Copyright SOUL DOG Photography.
