Pet Portraits by Barbara Van Vliet

I have worked as a graphic designer since graduation from Skidmore College and moved to Vermont in 1997. Inspired by the scenic beauty around me, I decided to start painting again and took several workshops locally to get back in the groove of painting. A chance freelance job at the Orvis headquarters led to the idea of doing portraits through the catalog. After a successful venture for both Orvis and myself, I decided to go out on my own, while still pursuing my design business. I have launched a line of licensed items with my name and signature through Best of Breeds, a company in NJ. Now my paintings, representing 40+ different breeds, have been turned into flags in 2 sizes, ceramic tiles, lunchboxes, boxer shorts, cutting boards and many more products to come, all geared to the consumer who is crazy about their pet!