Oh Lovely Puss

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30”H x 30”W x 1.5”D

Acrylic and oil on canvas

Oh Lovely Puss invites you to reimagine a classic nursery rhyme - Edward Lear’s 1871 poem, "The Owl and The Pussycat." This large painting is part of The Owl and The Pussycat Suite, a series of 4 paintings, inspired by the 4 animals in the poem. My heroine takes on a new persona—one of independence, strength, and resilience. Draped in a red cape reminiscent of Little Red Riding Hood, this cat symbolizes the courage to navigate a world that often tries to confine us. As I painted her, I was deeply influenced by "The Handmaid's Tale," contemplating what it means to be free in a world that tries to control you, especially when you're as fierce and independent as a cat.


This painting is a narrative that resonates with the independent spirit of every woman who has ever dared to defy expectations. Oh Lovely Puss asks us to consider: What if the Pussycat wasn’t as enchanted by the Owl and his pea-green boat? What if she was yearning for more, for something truly her own? This piece is perfect for those who see themselves in stories of strength and subtle rebellion, making it an ideal statement piece for your nursery, living room, or bedroom. It’s a work of art that speaks to your inner strength and reminds you to embrace your true self, no matter the challenges that come your way.

Shipped stretched and ready to hang!

30”H x 30”W x 1.5”D

Acrylic and oil on canvas

Oh Lovely Puss invites you to reimagine a classic nursery rhyme - Edward Lear’s 1871 poem, "The Owl and The Pussycat." This large painting is part of The Owl and The Pussycat Suite, a series of 4 paintings, inspired by the 4 animals in the poem. My heroine takes on a new persona—one of independence, strength, and resilience. Draped in a red cape reminiscent of Little Red Riding Hood, this cat symbolizes the courage to navigate a world that often tries to confine us. As I painted her, I was deeply influenced by "The Handmaid's Tale," contemplating what it means to be free in a world that tries to control you, especially when you're as fierce and independent as a cat.


This painting is a narrative that resonates with the independent spirit of every woman who has ever dared to defy expectations. Oh Lovely Puss asks us to consider: What if the Pussycat wasn’t as enchanted by the Owl and his pea-green boat? What if she was yearning for more, for something truly her own? This piece is perfect for those who see themselves in stories of strength and subtle rebellion, making it an ideal statement piece for your nursery, living room, or bedroom. It’s a work of art that speaks to your inner strength and reminds you to embrace your true self, no matter the challenges that come your way.

Shipped stretched and ready to hang!

The "Stories We Tell Ourselves" collection invites viewers into a vibrant world where nursery rhymes, fairy tales, folklore, and religious narratives converge in a whimsical yet thought-provoking manner. Each painting is rich in color and storytelling, often featuring animals as people, people with animals, and other fantastical elements. These artworks encourage reflection on the stories we inherit and pass on, questioning how we integrate, interpret and retell these narratives to ourselves and to future generations. Through this collection, familiar tales are reimagined in a playful yet meaningful way, encouraging you to see the magic and the mischief in everyday narratives.