British artist Lin Patterson was born in 1970 and specialises in pet portraiture. Lin, who works mainly in pencil, acrylics and oils, told us...

“I have loved art for as long as I can remember but didn't follow my passion for art after school despite my ability due to a huge lack of confidence. I rediscovered my passion for art just 2 years ago after receiving encouragement from friends and family.

Mike Sibley and Vic Bearcroft along with many of the other artists on ArtPapa.com have been on hand with support ever since, and I am now determined to follow my dreams of one day being a recognised and appreciated canine/animal artist.

My first love is the German Shepherd Dog and indeed I am a staunch advocate for this breeds welfare. Its not surprising then that in the short time I have been painting /drawing it is the subject I have been asked to portray the most.. I do however look forward to portraying many other subjects as I progress...”