The Iconic Dogs of London - Exhibition
What began as nothing more than a scribble on my notepad—an idle sketch made on an ordinary afternoon—has somehow taken on a life of its own. The Iconic Dogs of London series is no longer just an idea swirling around in my head; it’s quickly becoming something real, something vibrant and alive.
All along, this project has been my tribute and thank you to the dogs who changed my life into what it has become today. Never had I believed where this journey would have taken me and how full my heart could be because of them.
Now, as a London canine portrait artist, and a Central London-based Dog Photographer, I’ve often found myself wandering along The Mall, strolling past Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, Liberty London, Piccadilly Circus, Regent’s Street, Mayfair, Covent Garden and the Royal Opera House, quietly imagining how these places might look when reimagined through the eyes of the dogs who bring them to life. Those who are the heartbeat of every city.
I’ll admit, my head is doing its best to stay calm, to act as though everything is unfolding exactly as planned. But if I’m honest, my legs are paddling furiously beneath the surface, trying to keep up with this whirlwind of excitement, gratitude, and anticipation.
This July, all those sketches and late-night edits will finally find a home on the walls of Flux, an art exhibition in beautiful Marylebone that feels like the perfect place to share these portraits for the very first time.
Over these past few weeks, so many sweet paws have danced in front of my lens. Each of you bringing something entirely your own. A flying tail swish, leaping like a cricket, standing with quiet grace or prancing along The Mall, owning every cobble. Some posed with Liberty London’s iconic Tudor façade in the background; others strutted past the lights of Piccadilly Circus or paused beneath the grand scale of the Royal Opera House.
Covent Garden Dancers
Over these past few weeks, so many of you have stepped in front of my lens. Each of you bringing something entirely your own. A flying tail swish, leaping like a cricket, standing with quiet grace or prancing along The Mall as if you owned every paving stone. Some of you posed with Liberty London’s iconic Tudor façade in the background; others strutted past the lights of Piccadilly Circus or paused beneath the grand scale of the Royal Opera House.
It’s because of your patience, your belief, and your willingness to trust this process that these portraits exist at all. As a small show of gratitude, I would love to share a first glimpse of the pieces that will soon be on display:
St Paul’s Cathedral Skyline
There are few silhouettes more striking than St Paul’s Cathedral rising against the sky, framed in perfect symmetry by Millennium Bridge. What made this portrait unforgettable wasn’t the landmark, it was the group gathered on Millennium Bridge in front of it: Stella, Duke, Rollo, Billy, Kiwi, Asha, and Forrest, each determined not to be outshone by the dome above them. Looking back, I can still feel how much I wanted to be part of their little gang, even just for a moment.
Regent Street Icons
London has no shortage of iconic landmarks, there’s something about the bright red buses and black cabs that feels like the heartbeat of the city. They roll through every season, unchanged by time. In this piece, taken on Regent Street, they become the backdrop for many familiar faces whose presence completes the scene like a cider in a pub garden or fish and chips on the seafront.
Bank of England Commute
If you’ve ever paused in Bank at midday—just long enough to watch the tide of passersby—you’ll understand the inspiration behind this one. Nearly thirty portraits come together here, each captured separately in countless positions in front of the Bank of England before being woven into one single story. A bustling moment frozen in time, alive with energy and character.
Horse Guards Parade Bow
Some moments you can plan, and others arrive as a gift. Wandering through Whitehall and Westminster, I had a vision for this portrait: to show the grand scale of Horse Guards Parade and the sense of occasion it always seems to inspire. But it was Rafa the gentle standard poodle who stole the scene. In the middle of it all, he stretched into a perfect bow. Unhurried, effortlessly elegant, perfectly Rafa, all held it long enough for me to catch my breath and press the shutter. That spontaneous grace became the heart of the piece.
The FLUX Exhibition runs from 17–20 July in London and is proudly dog-friendly, a perfect outing for art lovers and devoted dog people alike. If you’d like to experience the series in person, I would be delighted to walk you through each piece and share the stories behind the work.
Admission is complimentary, and tickets are available here : https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/flux-exhibition-tickets-1256368003519
