Artist suzanne donaldson Artist suzanne donaldson

I love Hope Gangloff's paintings with animals in them now on view at Susan Inglett gallery

"Gangloff’s frontal, direct and focused paintings recall August Sanders approach to portraiture. The model becomes an archetype under her gaze. Subjects are platonic forms cast into the contemporary - think the cook, the thief, his wife and her lover. But more than bloodless ciphers, these individuals have a story to tell which Glangloff relays through expression, posture and textured nuanced detail.  No clue is left to chance but plays a role in a bigger picture.  These are psychological portraits that remain timeless depictions of a modern taxonomy, employing form as style, and style as form. "

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JO CHAMBERS LOVES ANIMALS BUT LOVES DRAWING THEM MORE

With a unique quality for capturing the personality and humour of canines, Jo Chambers of Studio Legohead has drawn attention globally. Her contemporary take on pet portraiture has been admired since 2011 and continues to grow. Jos' portraits are loved for the unique style in which she captures the canines personality, whilst adding humour and charm. As featured by Martha Stewart, Daily Candy and Oh Joy for creating "the most stylish pups", her portraits can also be seen in the newly published book '1000 Dog Portraits'.

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I AM OBSESSED WITH SCOTT LIFSHUTZ'S DOGS

Scott Lifshutz is a New York based painter best known for his iconic pet (and people) portraits. His work has been exhibited internationally, from New York to London, Los Angeles to Berlin. He has created work for Target, Visionaire, Interview, and The New York Times Magazine, as well as commercial projects for Microsoft and Nike. Clients commissioning his signature portraits include Isaac Mizrahi, Susan Sarandon, Todd Oldham, Patricia Field, Simon Doonan and Jonathan Adler.

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MRS. SIZZLE CAN'T GET ENOUGH OF NICOLA FORMICHETTI'S LOVE FOR TANK AND BAMBI

Like any fabulous pair of shoes, sometimes good things come in two’s. Nicola Formichetti certainly found that out when he was united with his furry little friends, Tank and Bambi. We had to ask the man a few q's about his pooches. So Tank and Bambi, have you always had dogs and how did they come to be your mascots?

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Artist, Photographer, Instagrammer, New Story Suzanne Donaldson Artist, Photographer, Instagrammer, New Story Suzanne Donaldson

Laurie Simmons' daughter has a dog named Lamby.

This is a funny story... Laurie was shooting her show that was up last month at Salon 94 when Lamby jumped up on the model's lap and Laurie snapped this shot. The end.

Big story right?  Well, I went to the gallery I met another gorgeous dog whose name is Ludvig von Truffle and he showed me around....

Not to mention that Laurie can join the girl crush club too. Love her.

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MRS. SIZZLE LOOKS AT THE ARTIST RORY GEVIS AND HER MANY DOGS

"Dogs have been part of my creative DNA for as long as I can remember. I would draw them endlessly as a child as I wanted one so much. So much so that I would make believe they were mine for real. Finally for my 10th birthday my parents gave in and gave me my first dog. Their personalities and souls are so fascinating to me...and their eyes....tell a million stories."

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MRS SIZZLE, THE DOGIST AND FOUND MY ANIMAL JOINED TOGETHER IN A PHOTO SHOOT. ADOPTING IS CHIC.

It was hot and we had a job to do yesterday.  The ASPCA had asked if we could photograph some of their current dogs up for adoption. These beauties are all available right now and need your help. Imagine how good it will feel to see a tail wagging. There is nothing more fashionable than a chic new dog especially in Adopt October. To inquire about adoption call: 212-876-7700 extension 4120 or visit the shelter at 424 East 92nd Street in NYC.

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ARNE SVENSON'S CHEWED UP DOG TOYS ARE RIGHT UP MRS. SIZZLE'S ALLEY

My dear friend Laurie Kratochvil sent me this marvelous book to peek at.  My first reaction as a dog owner was pure glee and fascination; but the more I looked at the pictures and the way the objects are photographed, they became a tad sad and that's what I love about them.  I am even more in awe after hearing what Arne Svenson had to say about the work! 

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MRS. SIZZLE FOUND SALLY MUIR ON FACEBOOK DOING THE DAILY DOG

I so adore Sally's work and this is what she had to say about it!  "I got into painting dogs accidentally. I used to paint my children over and over and then the dogs crept in. Then the dogs took over and people started commissioning more dogs than people! I do still paint people as well and sometimes, people and dogs together."

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