Top 10 Dog Artists

Thursday March 31st, 2011

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The ability to capture a dog's personality is truly an art, and we've compiled a list of artists who we believe have succeeded at this daunting task.

Do you have a favorite dog artist? Post a comment and let us know about them!

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1. Ron Burns: Paintings, Sculptures of various breeds

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3. Jim Dratfield: Photos of various breeds

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4. George Rodrigue: Paintings of Blue Dog

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5. Tillamook Cheddar: Canine artist (a Jack Russell Terrier) utilizes a color transfer technique using her teeth and claws

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6. Steven Townsend: Paintings of various breeds

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7. Jim Killen: Watercolors of sporting dogs

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8. John Silver: Giclee photographs of various breeds

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9. Paul Doyle: Paintings of various breeds

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10. Caesar Yanez: Bronze sculptures and paintings of various breeds

A list of 10 just isn't long enough to include all of the talented dog artists out there, so here are some more:

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Ed Hofer: Paintings of a variety of breeds in acrylic and watercolor

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Stephen Huneck: Woodcuts and giclees of labradors

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Nathan Janes: Giclee prints on canvas of various breeds

More sites of interest:

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Dog Art Dog: Collection of artwork by various artists

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Shelter Dogs by Traer Scott

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Anonymous User

Check out the art of Elle J. Wilson. Mainly specialising in Sighthound Breeds in a caricature style. www.almostanangel66.co.uk

almost 2 years ago by Anonymous

Anonymous User

Thanks for the comments folks! What GREAT suggestions! Thanks to you we've extended the list!

over 2 years ago by Anonymous

Anonymous User

How come Stephen Huneck is not on this list? Iam so disapointed! ;) -Kimberly Sams at www.stagedragon.com

over 2 years ago by Anonymous

Anonymous User

Wow, a little crazy that you didn't put the dog artwork of Nathan Janes on your list. How'd you miss him? Replace your #1 spot with Nathan. Trust me you will. Pupaganda.com

over 2 years ago by Anonymous

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