Indy and Milo, Best Mates – by Wayne Smith

Description

Wayne Smith has entered this work into the 2024 edition of our Seeing the Soul Art Prize and Exhibition and has donated it to the Sanctuary for us to raise funds and help support our mental health programs.

Name of work: Indy and Milo – Best Mates

Medium: Acrylic on canvas

Dimensions: 40cm (W) x 50cm (H)

Artist statement: The love of and connection to animals for many people often starts in early childhood with the family pet. These pets are often dogs who provide a source of play, a willing participant in all adventures, a protector, confidant and general all-time great companion as the child grows in his or her worldly adventures. They also provide a valuable life lesson in being able let go and how to deal with grief as their lifespan is way less than ours. These are all important aspects of providing a sound grounding for the life ahead as a well-balanced human being. My two paintings are taken from my daughter’s documentation of my grandson and watching the interaction between the family pet, Milo, and my grandson, Indigo. It brings absolute joy to witness the unfiltered unconditional love between the two.

Freight/Delivery: This item will remain at the Cooroy Butter Factory for the duration of the exhibition. We will contact you when the exhibition has finished to arrange collection. If you require delivery, the freight cost will be calculated separately and we will contact you to arrange payment for delivery.

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