Welcome to Sally's Art Gallery where you may purchase Originals and Fine Art Reproductions of acrylic mixed media paintings or commission a Pet Portrait.
Sally is enjoying the versatility of the acrylic paint medium by combining it with mixed media including texture paste, gold leaf and glitter. Sally's artworks are inspired by nature, particularly Native Australian animals.
"In these times of worldwide pandemic, global warming plus war in some parts of the world I think it is refreshing to escape to the beauty of our natural countryside and appreciate the wildlife it supports. As humans we need to have a focus on preserving our planet and not just using it's resources until nothing remains. Thus the focus of my art is: - Our beautiful planet earth and it's native creatures." Quotes Sally
Sally creates Pet Portrait Commissions with Acrylics and Mixed media on canvas or Soft Pastels on archival paper.
Greeting Card Packs are now available featuring seven different Australian Wildlife Artworks. The cards, envelopes and packaging are all Designed and Made In Australia from recycled environmentally friendly materials.
Using acrylic paints with mixed media such as texture paste, stencils, glitter and gold leaf is so much fun that I decided to re create a pet portrait from a past pet portrait commission using this technique.
I have loved animals for as log as I can remember. All the way through school all I wanted to be when I grew up was a Vet so that I could help animals in pain.
One of the hardest things I have ever had to do in life was take our beloved cat “Frisky” to the vet because he had kidney failure. The last thing I remember was the vet carrying him away while he stretched his paws out to me. It was devastating.
Animals, particularly dogs are so loyal to their owners and love them unconditionally. There are some very wicked humans on this planet who are very cruel to animals.
So every artwork and pet portrait commission I produce has been created with love, care and deep feeling. Being of exuberant character I love embellishing my artworks with texture, glitter, gold leaf and colour which gives them that unique “Wow” factor.
Don't feed flowers to your pet - dogs and cats though, as some flowers are poisonous and highly toxic. We once had a cat who couldn't resist jumping up onto the kitchen bench to have a good munch on freshly bought shallots. Goodness knows why? He must have loved the smell! Shallots may be toxic to cats though so we had to take them away from him. I know shallots are not flowers.!! :)
Testimonials Pet Portrait Commissions - Immortalize Your Special Friend
Rocky and Lilly Dog Portrait commission in pastel
My husband loved it! It blew his socks off! He can usually guess what I will get him for his birthday but this year I bowled him over. So thankyou once again Sally. To say everyone loved it is an understatement.
Bev Chilvers of Brisbane Australia
Precious Dog portrait commission in pastel.
I was extremely pleased with our finished portrait of Precious. Sally was great to work with and interpreted our photo of Precious just as she is. Sally captured her personality and the features that make her so dear to us.
Joanne Cotton of Brisbane Australia
Clemmie Dog portrait commission in pastel.
The portrait was a huge success. Everyone loved it and all thought it was Clemmie to a tee. My sister was just overcome when she was given the portrait as it was her dog almost alive again. She is hanging the portrait in pride of place next to the door which Clemmie always used. I will be having Sally draw my own collies for my birthday next year.
Robyn Chapman of Brisbane Australia
Jeremiah Cat portrait commission in pastel.
What a total surprise! Jeremiah is so lifelike with the sparkle in his eye and the haughty expression. You have captured him completely. Thankyou for all the trouble you have gone to to create a lasting memory. This is certainly one portrait that bites!
Tracey and Mike Perry of Adelaide Australia
Breeze Dog portrait in pastel awarded at the Australian Dog Agility Association Grand Prix 2008
Sally has managed to capture my dogs true character and personality and that extra special sheltie 'aloofness' that the breed has... the expression that is portrayed in his eyes is remarkable. I will now have a true and lifelike reminder of mu friend and companion for all eternity.
Tandy Allen Queensland Australia
Sassie Dog pet portrait commission in pastel.
My husband commissioned a pastel portrait of Sassie for our anniversary. I've never seen anything as perfect and that captures not only her looks but more importantly her personality. i will be forever grateful that she will live on forever.
Justine Ware of Brisbane Australia
Shai Dog pet portrait commission in pastel.
I was so impressed by the pics you sent me on email. I never imagined it could get better! The detail is quite amazing - fur, eye, mouth and brindle markings are perfect. Shai had a gentle nature and a beautiful soul and to see that come through in your work is more than I could have hoped for. Every time I look at her portrait I smile. And I know it will bring a smile to everyone who knew her for years to come. Your work is beautiful and it must be a great feeling to bring so much joy to animal lovers!
Robyn Horewood of Perth Australia
Smokie and Twinkles Dog Pet portrait commission in pastel.
Thankyou So So much for my most awesome portrait! It is absolutely beautiful! I love everything about it very much! I like the way you have used the colour in the shaded parts of their fur. They look gorgeous and i can see their personalities coming through! Love It!
Wendy Pretorius of Mt Cotton Queensland
Ruby Tuesday Horse Pet Portrait Commission in pastel.
Sally. When you sent me a work in progress of my beautiful Ruby Tuesday it brought tears to my eyes. Thankyou so much for catching her beauty and her spark so intricately. You have done an amazing job of my darling girl.
The print arrived in perfect condition! I can't wait to get it framed and to put it up on the wall to enjoy it daily. :)
Thankyou so much again.
Mara H (United Kingdom)
We absolutely love our print of Rainbows In Gum Blossom. The colour and texture of the original painting show so clearly. Looking forward to hanging it in our home.
Gabby R (Adelaide Australia)
Kookaburra in flight is now hanging in pride of place and receives many admiring comments from visitors. Thankyou for making our purchase so easy.
Barb and Rick (Brisbane Australia)
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