Sox – Original Framed Acrylic Painting 53.5 x 29

Artist’s Statement

Sox is a tender and striking portrait of the artist’s late studio cat, captured in a moment of quiet curiosity and comfort. Painted in acrylic with dramatic contrast and exquisite detail, this piece celebrates the gentle companionship of a cat who made the art studio his home, always close by while the work was being created.

The composition draws you in immediately. Sox’s head is tilted, his wide amber eyes glowing warmly against the deep black background. Soft highlights pick out every delicate whisker, the velvet texture of his fur, and the translucent pinks within his ears. The lighting gives the portrait a sense of intimacy, as though the viewer has just caught him mid-stretch, half-asleep and half-watching, exactly as he would have been while lounging amongst brushes, canvases, and paint.

There is both character and affection in the way Sox is portrayed. The painting is realistic, yet full of personality, capturing not just a likeness but a presence, calm, familiar, and quietly devoted.

Beautifully emotive, Sox is more than a cat portrait. It is a tribute to the warmth animals bring into our lives, and the quiet comfort of having a loyal companion nearby. A perfect piece for cat lovers, pet owners, and anyone who understands that studios, like homes, are always better with a little fur and a lot of heart.