King Charles

A curly-haired black dog fills the frame, long ears cascading in loose waves on either side of a bright, expressive face. Dark brown eyes look directly at the viewer beneath a dusting of white and gray highlights across the brow. A wide pink tongue lolls out mid-pant, giving the whole portrait a happy, breathless energy. Behind the dog, a warm orange background streaked with wood-grain texture adds a cozy, golden glow to the composition. The tight crop keeps the focus entirely on the face, curls, tongue, and all, catching the dog in a moment of pure, uncomplicated happiness.