PET PORTRAIT COMMISSIONS

I've been having a fabulous time drawing a lot of pet portraits since moving to The Beaches. Everyone has a dog here (even the cat lovers!) so now I know I will never, ever tire of drawing these incredible creatures! Commissioning a pet portrait can be personal, or a gift - and the time is now! Christmas is coming up, and since I'm ahead of schedule, I am inviting some more orders. Win-Win! 

Animal Portraits 
Charcoal Drawing

A classic, artist expression of your beloved dogs, cats, birds, exotic creatures.

• Signed charcoal drawing on quality paper

• Standard size is 9"x12" unframed (you can frame in a standard 8"x10") - other sizes available

• Satisfaction guaranteed!

Latest Pet Portrait Commissions

Check out my website for more details. Email sharlenawood@gmail.com with your favourite photo of your adorables face for a reference to get started. Make sure it's clear and not effected, so I can see the detail and capture all the special markings and likeness!

Curl Up and Stay Warm

The fox has many tricks. The hedgehog has but one. But that is the best of all. ~Ralph Waldo Emerson

Power of Love

“When the power of love overcomes the love of power, the world will know peace.”

~ Jimi Hendrix

Extinct in the Wild

Sadly, the South China Tiger is considered by scientists to be “functionally extinct,” as it has not been sighted in the wild for more than 25 years.  With perhaps only 100 existing in captivity, they are one of the world's 10 most endangered animals and the most endangered of the six surviving tiger subspecies, their fate primarily due to to habitat loss. Our legacy is one of economy, development and dominion above all, rather than one of respect and appreciation for the land we are apart of. But I believe a collective evolution and rise in consciousness is happening everywhere, and in greater numbers than most would like to admit. Take a look into this creature's eyes ... think about, what matters most? what do you truly want? where shall we all go from here?

Awakened

Until one has loved an animal, a part of one’s soul remains unawakened. – Anatole France

Feature Artist Kelli Coulson • CALL TO ARTISTS for 'Ivory is for Elephants'

Oil on board - 24" x 48Artist Kelli Coulson

"I am very passionate about the idea that ivory is for Elephants. I have never understood how humans could kill such a majestic creature, all to make useless trinkets that have no purpose. The ivory of an Elephant is rightfully theirs - is it part of their majestic, living being.

The title of the piece is what inspired the image. An elephant - threatening, defiant, tenacious and wise...his eyes a window to all living souls -  feel his strength!

The symbol in the background is of the African Symbol Tabono. It represents strength and perseverance. I surrounded the elephant in this symbol as protection."~Kelli Coulson

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• CALL TO ARTISTS • IVORY IS FOR ELEPHANTS •Artists interested raising awareness and creating works that honour, educate and support a global change in mentality and preservation of this majestic creature, are not alone.Illegal poaching continues despite the declining population, endangered status, and protection from conservation...yet is it only possibly to be controlled, or is there a powerful consciousness rising that can re-write old mindsets and ways? Are artists a catalyst in raising not only awareness, but inspiring a shift in consciousness and enlightenment? Consumer demand, mystical beliefs, and poverty have perpetuated this tragedy ... but we believe it to be possible, to bring hope not only to Elephants, but to our own species - that beyond our struggles and desires, we are capable of choosing to nurture the love, empathy, respect and appreciation within. Let us return to our creative and caring hearts - remarkable, strong, inspiring, and warm - to lighting the dark, corrupt and cold. The world is changing from within - We are ONE ❤ International Artists! Beginning January 15th 2013, any artists interested in art-activism focused on the survival of the Elephant, and contributing one work of art to build an online collective of prints for sale (profits supporting one or more conservation initiatives to be discussed) should send inquiry to: < sharlenawood@gmail.com >. Current artists in support of ‘IVORY IS FOR ELEPHANTS‘ collaboration are Kelli Coulson and Sharlena Wood

Remember Love

Charcoal on Watercolour Paper 10"x15"My first piece for 'Ivory is for Elephants'

• CALL TO ARTISTS • IVORY IS FOR ELEPHANTS •Artists interested raising awareness and creating works that honour, educate and support a global change in mentality and preservation of this majestic creature, are not alone. International Artists! Beginning January 15th 2013, any artists interested in art-activism focused on the survival of the Elephant, and contributing one work of art to build an online collective of prints for sale (profits supporting one or more conservation initiatives to be discussed) should send inquiry to: < sharlenawood@gmail.com >. Current artists in support of ‘IVORY IS FOR ELEPHANTS‘ collaboration are Kelli Coulson and Sharlena Wood

Sumatran Elephant

Sumatran Elephant • 9”x12” charcoal on paperThe Sumatran Elephant lists a total population of 2,400 – 2,800Once common throughout Africa and Asia, elephant numbers have been severely depleted during the 20th century, largely due to the massive ivory trade. Poaching, conflict and habitat destruction continue to threaten this magnificent species. Truly shameful.

HOW CAN I HELP?

• One of the easiest ways we can all help is to refuse to buy and denounce ivory products, share awareness of this genocide and looming extinction, as well use and support sustainable wood, paper and palm oil.

• CALL TO ARTISTS - Artists interested raising awareness and creating works that honour, educate and support a global change in mentality and preservation of this majestic creature, are not alone.International Artists! Beginning January 15th 2013, any artists interested in art-activism focused on the survival of the Elephant, and contributing one work of art to build an online collective of prints for sale (profits supporting one or more conservation initiatives to be discussed) should send inquiry to: < sharlenawood@gmail.com >. Current artists in support of 'IVORY IS FOR ELEPHANTS' collaboration are Kelli Coulson and Sharlena Wood