Two Dogs Laughing Cafe
One of my most fun paintings to date. The happiest doggos in the world, Bobby and Boncie, emblazoned the main wall at the @twodogslaughingperth venue in Beaconsfield.
The aim of this piece was to bring a welcoming, energetic and fun atmosphere to the space – “good vibes” in a statement piece. I wanted to capture the character and spirit of not only the cafe’s wholesome hospitality, passionate staff and upbeat branding but also that of the infamous two dogs themselves.
I giggled to myself way too much during the painting of this. The smiles and reactions from everyone that view it for the first time have been ongoingly priceless.
5 days of painting, 2-3 days of prep, and a lot of doggo pats.
Thank you so much to Libby and Sammy, and all the team for the opportunity to create such a beaming and alive piece for your place.
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Jody Ess
Jody Ess is a multi-faceted artist based in Fremantle WA.
Her signature painting styles capture a fusion of crude realism and abstract, with elements of animated grunge and street art. Specialising in large format canvasses and murals, her works feature heavy use of bold acrylics along with aerosols, inks, mixed media and repurposed materials.
Jody’s paintings are inspired by portraiture, urban culture, landscapes and nature. Her pieces generally feature figures and forms that emanate energy and magnetism; statements of outspoken and honest realities, and larger-than-life characters. They effectively captivate the spaces they occupy, and invite you in to celebrate beauty in the alternative, the unusual, the fun and the different. Every piece has a story to tell.
Growing up regionally in the mining town of Kalgoorlie, and living an on-the-go lifestyle around the country, Jody’s approach to art and life alike is resourceful, adaptable, hands-on and direct. You will currently find her on site around WA painting walls, or in her Fremantle Art Studio where her available works are all on display.
Jody Ess
Jody Ess is a multi-faceted artist based in Fremantle WA.
Her signature painting styles capture a fusion of crude realism and abstract, with elements of animated grunge and street art. Specialising in large format canvasses and murals, her works feature heavy use of bold acrylics along with aerosols, inks, mixed media and repurposed materials.
Jody’s paintings are inspired by portraiture, urban culture, landscapes and nature. Her pieces generally feature figures and forms that emanate energy and magnetism; statements of outspoken and honest realities, and larger-than-life characters. They effectively captivate the spaces they occupy, and invite you in to celebrate beauty in the alternative, the unusual, the fun and the different. Every piece has a story to tell.
Growing up regionally in the mining town of Kalgoorlie, and living an on-the-go lifestyle around the country, Jody’s approach to art and life alike is resourceful, adaptable, hands-on and direct. You will currently find her on site around WA painting walls, or in her Fremantle Art Studio where her available works are all on display.