Photo Credit: Jen Orpin

Welcome to Alison Friend's world of animals, a singular and very special place crafted by an artist with a unique gift for capturing "character" in its purest form. Using oil paint, techniques of the Old Masters, and an imagination like no other, Alison creates portraits where animals come alive with personality and charm. With their big expressive eyes, endearing habits, and childlike pleasures, her characters seem all too human yet fantastically animal.

Alison is a storyteller at heart. Each piece invites the viewer into a whimsical world where animals take centre stage. With a distinct blend of humour and warmth, Alison's work offers a quiet reminder of the magic and joy found in the everyday.