Chadds Ford French bulldog pitbull mix - What would Andrew Wyeth think?

Isn't she an adorable dog? I almost didn't get this commission because I was EMBARRASSED to advertise in Chadds Ford, even though it's near my home.

As you artists and Wyeth lovers know, Chadds Ford, PA is home to the famous painters, Andrew and Jamie Wyeth. Jamie Wyeth, especially, since he paints dogs also. I have little flyers that I put up in vets and groomer's offices, but I was hesitant to put them up in Chadds Ford. What if the Wyeths saw it!

Well, I talked myself into it, and Chadds Ford is one of my busiest areas! I've been honored to do a lot of dog portraits for folks living in the area. And I've since realized that real artists encourage other artists even if their style is not the same or their name isn't famous.

I have no idea if any Wyeth ever saw my flyer or know if I exist, but if they do, I'd like to say "hi" to fellow artists and tell them that I love their work!

If you're a vet or a dog groomer or own a dog day care and would like some of my flyers, give me a holler. I'd be glad to put some in the mail for you!
I'm artist, Robin Zebley. My website , with all my info, isrobinzebley.com, I accept commissions, just convo me at robinzebley@gmail.com and we'll get started! If you'd like to follow my blog, just click on "Following" to your right. If you'd like to see my whole blog, not just this post, click on the banner at the top. Thanks for visiting, I couldn't do this without your support!!

Otto - the "boxer - bull mastiff" who turned into a pitbull

Well, what do you think, breedwise? We had recently lost Chester, our beagle/basset hound, and wanted some company for Gus, our little "mutt terrier". Gus loved big dogs, ignored little ones her size, so we set out to adopt a bigger dog. Although we had healthy, happy dogs for years, we couldn't adopt! We lived in a rowhouse and most rescues required a fenced in yard. I have very strong feelings about city dogs and what I see as a lethal requirement that only folks with fenced in yards can adopt a dog in need. But that's another story. We found Otto in an ad in the paper at a pet store that specialized in mixed breeds. He was a "boxer bull mastiff" Well...here's how he turned out. When he was a puppy and people said he was a pitbull, I'd say "He's NOT a pitbull! He's a boxer/bull mastiff!"...but obviously, after 9 years, I've accepted him as he is!!! He's the best! He thinks the world was created to make friends with. I just hope whoever bought his brothers and sisters didn't reject them when they realized the unscrupulous pet store sold them a breed that needs very good parenting.

I'm pet portrait artist Robin Zebley. My site is robinzebley.com If you'd like to see more of this blog, just click on the banner at the top. To get updates, click on "follow my blog" to your right. Thanks for visiting, and I'd appreciate if you'd forward my links to others you know might be interested! Robin