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LOKI THE POSTMAN
This project involved creating three large-scale pen and ink illustrations of a client’s dog, Loki. While it was my first time working at this scale, I was confident in my ability to carefully plan and execute the pieces. The final results, rendered on canvas, were well-received by both myself and my clients, making it a rewarding and fulfilling experience.




Unlike Other Pet Portraits
In 2022, I had the pleasure of working on a special project that pushed my artistic boundaries. A couple commissioned me to create three pen and ink illustrations of their beloved dog, Loki. Unlike other pet portraits I had done, these pieces were the largest ink drawings I had worked on to date, with the largest of the three pieces measuring at 24" x 36".
Working the Plan
The project began with careful planning in my sketchbook. After discussing the direction with my clients, I started developing preliminary sketches, ensuring they captured Loki's personality and essence. Once I had sketches that my clients were satisfied with, I moved on to digital rendering. This allowed me to clean up the designs and plan the placement of details for the final pieces.With the designs finalized digitally, I translated them onto canvas. The process of outlining and transferring the drawings was meticulous, but it laid the foundation for the detailed inking to come. Adding detail and establishing a range of value was where the real magic happened. It took time, precision, and patience to make sure the final pieces captured the intricate textures and depth that brought Loki to life.







The finished artwork was something I was incredibly proud of, and my clients were over the moon with the outcome. Seeing their joy was a rewarding part of the process, and it reinforced just how special this project was to me.
This project marked a significant milestone in my artistic journey, and I’d love the opportunity to work on a similar commission in the future.
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