It’s showtime (again)! Me and my pop art pups, cats, birds and bunnies were at Melbourne’s newest pet exhibition — The Pet Show. This two day event was held at the Melbourne Showgrounds and it was great to be back at an event so soon after last year’s Dog Lovers Show.
Again, my mini pet portraits were the stars of the show, it was lovely to hand-deliver some pre ordered ones, plus book in many more throughout the weekend. Check our my Instagram for the latest art.
Here’s a few highlights from the weekend, enjoy!
Set Up Day
Here’s my blank canvas of a stand transformed into a colourful pop art delight. I had a great location looking onto the dog arena so expected to see lots of talented pups across the weekend. *Spoiler alert* I was not disappointed. I’ve had stacks of mini portraits on display — I actually couldn’t believe how many I’ve done since I launched them a few months ago — plus my larger canvas and art prints. But there was something I forgot to bring.. the hand painted portrait of my dog Buddy! I kept a spot free for it and added him to my display the next morning. Sorry Budd haha!
Day 1: Saturday
The first day of The Pet Show certainly lived up to the hype and a huge thank you to everyone who dropped by my display to pick up, book in or enquire about a pet portrait! I can’t wait to create more beautiful pet art.
Big thanks to my special guest @mangoandbo it was awesome to hang out with them for the day. We all love Mango, (he sure got lots of cuddles) and glad Mango and his dad Bo had a fun time, I appreciate all their help.
I also got special visits from the delightful @skippinggirl_shihtzus and even scored a boop on the nose from Indi. Their beautiful new pop portrait is looking amazing in my display. I made some new Frenchie friends, Ivy and Fudge from @ivy.prada.pearly sisters. They wandered over from their spot at the French Bulldogs Club stand to say hello and pose with their portraits too.
Day 2: Sunday
Another wonderful day at The Pet Show for day 2 of the show! I got to see my fave Shih Tzu friends and talk to everyone about their wonderful pets. Special thanks to those who booked in a portrait — now that the show is over, the artwork begins! Looking forward to creating more pop art illustrations of some super cool pets.
So many special moments, thank you to Indi and Maggie from @skippinggirl_shihtzus for stopping by again. These pop art princesses drew such a crowd that they turned my display into an impromptu photo booth! And I’m so honoured to receive a nose boop from Indi — a moment I will treasure, love these beautiful pups.
My mate @presley.shih.tzu popped by with his family too. It wouldn’t be a show without beanbag fun with Presley, he’s such a legend and has the most winning smile!
Abi from Abi B Photography also stopped by and (being the absolute pro that she is) took an amazing photo of me with the artwork of her pup Abe. Oh did you see Abi’s top tips for pet photography? You should check those out. I also got cuddles with a Japanese Spitz puppy, and some end of day belly rubs with Ivy, perfect ending to a great show.
It’s a big weekend, specially for the pups, and I really appreciate all the visits from everyone who attended the event!
