Wellington, FL - February 25, 2014 - Known for her equestrian art often seen on the covers of equine publications, Louise Mellon also has a fun  gallery of canine works. Brightly colored and whimsical, a Mellon painting is full of energy, happiness and humor  and captures the joyful quirks of that unique dog.

Louise Mellon has dog friends of her own, occasionally featured in her pieces.

"I am constantly inspired by my dogs' view of the world," Melon said. "As dog lovers do, I treat them with love and a great sense of stewardship.

The Shortest Route to Dinner by Louise Mellon

From pedigreed to mixed breeds, Mellon's works reflect the humorous, fun-loving, mischievous and sensitive nature of dogs.

Mellon explained that Corgis are especially known for being eager to get to their dinners."One evening, I went down the two steps from the kitchen and put Perry's dish on the floor with her hot on my heels," Mellon explained. "She dove into her supper with front feet on the floor and hind feet still up on the step. Eating back end uphill didn't seem to bother her in the least!" Perry's dinnertime shenanigans inspired Mellon's piece, The Shortest Route To Dinner.

"Dogs quickly learn how to stretch the boundaries to see what they can get away with," Mellon said. "This is where some of the funniest portrait opportunities play out. Just ask any Jack Russell Terrier owner!"

Mellon is entertained by the tricks dogs play on their friends to get what they want.

"My Cricket always wants the chew bone that Ruffie has because she thinks it must be better than the one she has," Mellon said. "She will whine and stare at Ruffie like a hungry lunch patron standing behind an occupied seat to pressure the diner to finish up and leave. Ruffie is immune to this ploy, so Cricket will go get a favorite toy, squeak it enticingly, and when Ruffie comes after the toy, Cricket zooms in for the bone. Tactical strategy at its best!"

Mellon gives a painting lesson to Cricket and Ruffie / Photo courtesy of Louise Mellon

Mellon appreciates how dogs have an innate sensitivity toward observation, taking in subtleties to which humans are oblivious. Their motivation is to bond with us.

"They get to know our quirks, expressions and routines better than we might give them credit for," Mellon said. "Dogs have helped most of us through some very difficult times, even saving our lives in many ways. They certainly have done that for me".

Mellon's colorful, canine centered portraits portray the connection dogs share with their people, while bringing years of joyful memories of their pets' unique personalities.

To commission a work with Louise Mellon and learn more about the artist, visit Louise Mellon's website at: http://louisemellon.com/ 

Friend and collector Bruce Duchossois will host a private, invitation only showing of Mellon's work at International Polo Club Palm Beach in Wellington, FL, on March 19.

Louise Mellon in her studio with Ruffles and Cricket. Photo by Booth Malone

About Louise Mellon Mellon was born to a family
of artists who encouraged her creativity. She was raised in Middleburg, VA, where she rode and drove horses. Mellon's keen visual sense led her to a career as a commercial photographer and artist. Her work has been seen branding numerous products and covers of prize lists, racing programs and publications. She flew airplanes, helicopters and aerobatics, has resided in several parts of the country, and has traveled the world studying fine art. She has served on several boards, including the National Gallery of Art in Washington, DC and the Collector's Committee of the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts in Richmond, VA. She moved to Aiken, SC, and custom-built a very special studio, where she works, welcomes visiting artists and hosts local events. Mellon's unique view of the world is demonstrated through all her work. Her style is instantly recognizable and certain to bring enjoyment, laughter and wonder.

For more information visit Louise Mellon's website at: http://louisemellon.com/

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