Tiger - Painting of cat in Ballarat

Tiger is a cat in our neighbourhood who I have cared for when the owners where holidaying.  This day she had just finished her dinner and was content to sit under the shade of the verandah and lick herself clean.

Though this looks like a blog for Andrew Thomas, I am actually his partner, Debbie Smith.  I enjoy very much taking photos of animals/people when they are most relaxed around me.  It is always a thrill to come home and sort through the shots looking for a potential painting.  I am pleased when there has been good contrasts of light and the eyes of the subject are 'talking' to me.  I have been painting more consistently over the last couple of years and am always on the look out for subjects.  I do accept commissions and particularly enjoy the photographic session where I have my opportunity to get to know the personality of the animal or person.

I am based in Ballarat, Victoria Australia and paint in the mediums of acrylic or oil.

I have painted cats, dogs, horses and ducks and children and babies.