Orca commissioned by The Royal Kennel Club
Orca — Crufts Best In Show 2023
Breed: Lagotto Romagnolo
Registered Name: Multi Champion Kan Trace Very Cheeky Chic
Owners: Sabina Zdunić Šinković and Ante Lucin
Painting considerations: Lagotto Romagnolo is an Italian breed originating from the Romagna region of Italy and was originally used as a water retriever for duck hunting. I therefore placed Orca in a landscape inspired by that area of the country and added a thin collar with a little orca pendant.