Sophie: Come on, guys! The artist is here!
Dexter: What artist?
Sophie: We’re getting our portraits painted today! I’m so excited!
Olive: Mama, did I sign off on this artist?
Mama: It’s our friend Jen. I didn’t think you’d need to sign off. Who’s going first?
Olive: I will. I want Jen to be fresh for my portrait.
Dexter: Mama, should I put on my bow tie for this?
Harley: I’m hungry! Will food be involved?
Woodrow: JenJen, I love you lots.
Last month I commissioned some portraits of the Three Chatty Cats and the Jr. Associates. And today, I want to share them with you!
Dexter – The Timid Dreamer
Olive – The Rebel Starlet
Sophie – The Mischievous Goofball
Woodrow – The Lovable Dum-Dum
Harley – The Hangry Curmudgeon
About the Artist
Jennifer, who is a special education teacher, runs a small animal rescue with her husband. She has recently been auctioning off little paintings she’s created to help support their rescue – The Zoo Animal Rescue, which I featured on the blog a few years ago. I love all of the pieces she has been posting and asked if she’d be willing to do five personalized pieces for me. She said yes and I became her first official commission.
Creating the Artwork
You’ll notice each cat has a description above, which I first introduced in a post nearly a year ago. I emailed Jen these descriptions and a bit more about each cat along with some photos for reference. And from that, she painted their portraits and captured each one’s personality perfectly! I also love that she incorporated my blog header colors.
Open to Commissions
Jennifer is open to commissions if anyone is interested. While my pieces are 3″ x 3″, Jennifer can produce other sizes. You can email her directly to discuss pricing. And remember, the proceeds from her paintings support her rescue efforts! You can contact her at jenjenszoo@gmail.com. Let her know that Rachel at Three Chatty Cats sent you! (This is not a sponsored post, nor do I receive anything for referring you. I just want to support Jennifer and her rescue!)
Below are examples of paintings that she’s been auctioning off. All are 3×3 inches. Also, you can follow The Zoo Animal Rescue on Facebook and Instagram!
Samples of Jen’s Artwork
I love what Jen painted for us – I smile every time I see them. I’m pretty sure the cats are happy, too!
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that is true art!!! we love it sooo much!!
These are absolutely adorable – the ones she did for your crew AND the others she’s done as well. Worthy cause and fabulous artwork – what a GREAT combination!
Hugs, Pam (and Teddy)
Pam and Teddy took the words right out of my mouth… adorable! Dexter with his bow tie ♥ Her art is darling!
These are fabulous! All the kitties are adorable and she captured them so well.
I own several Zoo originals and I love them all! Jen captured your family perfectly!
Really nice artwork!
Adorable! And for a good cause. But of course Olive has a crown!
oh em cod; these are amazing…. 984 paws UP as the tabbies would say on all of Jennifer’s paintings !!! I can’t even pick out a favorite they are all so great :)
I LOVE Harley’s!
Those are precious! I love her style.
These are all wonderful and what does Woodrow think? MOL great we may send her an email
I thought Sophie shoudl be portrayed as the “Glamour Puss”! Great collection though!
These are adorable! Jen really is talented.
Simply gorgeous!! gorgeous–the art really captures their personalities!!
Thise really are wonderfully good!
I love them! They all came out great :)
absolutely darling and so special!
Wow! What wonderful keepsakes! Harley, I’m like you. I always wonder whether food is involved (and it should be!).
Oh my whiskers, that artist captured you all purrfectly. I certainly hope there were treats involved after the sittings!
Purrs & Head Bonks,
Alberto
So lovely, we love the art <3 Pawkisses for a Happy Day🐾😽💞