Dog Only Knows: The Dog Portraits of Alison Friend - Hardcover

by Alison Friend (Author)

A NATIONAL BESTSELLER!

Big eyes, knowing smiles, suspiciously human habits—and enough canine mischief to fill an entire gallery.

Dog Only Knows gathers more than 125 expressive portraits by acclaimed artist Alison Friend. Using oil paint, empathy, Old Master-inspired techniques, and a wonderfully playful imagination, Friend transforms dogs into unforgettable characters with stories, hobbies, attitudes, and private little worlds of their own.

Meet Midge, who keeps her mind active with a Rubik’s Cube; Alan, proudly showing off his new harness; and Lola, who always has people to meet and interesting scents to investigate. There is focused Clive, cocktail-night enthusiast Debbie, mysterious lollipop thief Chupa Chops, and Little Louis—the espresso-drinking existentialist forever contemplating the canine condition.

KEY FEATURES

• More than 125 illustrated dog portraits

• Artwork by acclaimed artist Alison Friend

• Expressive characters filled with humor and personality

• Created using traditional oil-painting techniques

• Inspired by the methods and compositions of the Old Masters

• Combines fine art with imaginative canine storytelling

• Hardcover presentation

• Thoughtful gift for dog lovers and art collectors

• Charming display book for coffee tables, studios, and reading spaces

MEET THE DOGS

• Midge—the puzzle-solving thinker

• Alan—the stylish harness enthusiast

• Lola—the determined social butterfly

• Chupa Chops—the mysterious lollipop un-wrapper

• Clive—the intensely focused biscuit eater and ball fetcher

• Debbie—the irrepressible star of cocktail night

• Little Louis—the espresso-fueled canine philosopher

ARTISTIC STYLE

• Traditional oil portraiture

• Old Master-inspired painting techniques

• Warm, expressive color

• Detailed facial expressions

• Gentle visual humor

• Humanlike storytelling grounded in unmistakably canine behavior

PLEASE NOTE

• This book contains reproductions of original artwork.

• Printed colors may differ slightly from the original oil paintings.

• Cover artwork and publisher markings may vary by edition.

• Product colors may appear slightly different due to lighting and screen settings.

• Handle carefully and store away from moisture, direct sunlight, and excessive heat.

• Review the available edition and condition information before ordering.

WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT

Funny without losing its tenderness and elegant without taking itself too seriously, Dog Only Knows celebrates the peculiar magic of canine personality. Every portrait feels like meeting a new dog—and every dog looks as though it already knows something you do not.

PRODUCT TYPE

Hardcover Dog Art Books

Author Biography

Alison Friend is an accomplished artist whose oil paintings combine the timeless techniques of the Old Masters with a playful contemporary twist, capturing the humanlike antics of cats and dogs. Her distinctive anthropomorphic animal portraits have garnered widespread acclaim, leading to exhibitions across the United Kingdom, Los Angeles, New York, and Miami. Alison lives with her son in the Lake District in England. For more, visit alisonfriend.com or find her on Instagram at @mcfriendy.