My Boys: Cavalier King Charles Spaniels

Frankie & Finley – Side by Side is an almost life-sized oil portrait of two Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, measuring 36 × 28 inches. Painted from life, the piece captures the distinct personalities of these brothers — gentle Frankie and mischievous Finley — as they sit together on their favourite chair.
The boys were around six years old when I captured them perched on their favourite chair, both gazing intently at me with that unmistakable spaniel sweetness. Though they’re brothers from the same litter, their personalities are wonderfully distinct, and it was important to me that this painting reflected that—gentle Frankie with his calm, soulful eyes, and cheeky Finley always ready for mischief.

I’ve included a photo showing the painting beside the boys in real life to give a true sense of scale. Framed in a gorgeous surround to match the elegance of the composition, this portrait now hangs in our entrance hall—pride of place and the first thing you see when you step inside. A daily reminder of the love and companionship they bring into our lives, and a piece I’ll cherish forever.