Puppy in a Basket is an original painting of a sweet Cavalier King Charles puppy, full of innocence and curiosity. I wanted to capture that unmistakable expression, the softness in the eyes and the gentle tilt of the head that makes this breed so endearing. The flowers spilling from the basket add a delicate frame around him, while the dark background brings the colours and character of the piece forward beautifully.
 
I used traditional oil techniques to build the image in careful layers, creating depth in the fur, the woven textures of the basket, and the soft edges of the flowers. Each stage was developed slowly to give the painting its warmth and natural light.
 
The piece is finished in a St. Ives black wood frame and ready to hang. This is the original painting, and no prints will be made, making Puppy in a Basket an exclusive collector’s piece.
 
Collectors can choose this piece on its own, or enjoy it as a companion to Bunny in a Basket.