A quick pencil drawing of Alina, about 4 months old. This is study for a portrait painting. She is growing so fast that by the time the painting is done, she will be more mature looking.  

This is a portrait painting of "Louis" the elephant from Thailand. The painting measures 12"x12", acrylic on canvas. 
He came all the way to Canada in 2006, met a little girl living in Gibsons BC, and since then they've become best friends.