My Best Friend, Forever (Hercul)
Story / Concept
My Best Friend, Forever (Hercul) is a memorial portrait of Hercul, a chihuahua who was a loyal companion and a close part of life for many years. The work keeps his memory alive not only through the sorrow of loss, but through the warmth, affection and quiet comfort that his presence brought.
This painting is about a bond that does not end with absence. It reflects a friendship that moves beyond time and remains alive in memory.
Artwork Details
- Year
- 2020
- Medium
- Digital Painting
- Created With
- Procreate on iPad Pro
- Digital Canvas
- 2732 × 2000 px
- Status
- Artist’s Private Digital Collection
- Creation Time
- Approximately 60 hours
Process & Timelapse
Created in Procreate on iPad Pro, the artwork took approximately 60 hours to complete. A YouTube timelapse documents the digital painting process from early development to the final image.
Available on YouTubeContext Note
This work is based on a personal photograph of Hercul, the artist’s chihuahua and longtime companion.