German shepherd art is highly popular among animal art audiences around the world. The versatility and courage of these animals has been immortalized by many modern artists in their dog art prints.
Thanks to the recognition of this canine icon, artwork featuring German shepherds has been a popular inclusion to interior design styles for animal lovers and enjoys an array of artistic styles and mediums.
The artistic connotations of the German shepherd is an image of self-control and discipline, an image which modern artists attempt to highlight within their dog canvas art. This image can be reinforced by portrayal of the many callings that this dog is employed in; such as police work, seeing eye dogs, and herding animals for sheep and cows, however in many cases most audiences immediately associate the breed with these professions and traits. Because of the noble and controlled nature of these dogs, they are often included in majestic animal paintings as being wise, kind, and watchful guardians.
Because of their protective nature, dog art prints frequently include German shepherds alongside Dobermans and rottweilers, such as in 'Dog Collage I' by Gary Ampel. However, German shepherds have a calm and non aggressive attitude unless their herd or family is threatened. At that point, they become fierce and determined fighters that closely resemble their wolf ancestors. Some artists choose to highlight this wolfish resemblance, such as in the majestic dog print 'German Shepard' by Cory Carlson, in order to represent the fierceness of this breed's conviction to protect its own.
However, despite their fearsome nature when provoked, German shepherd artwork generally shows these animals as the loving creatures that they are. Whimsical dog paintings such as 'Shepherd's Pretzels' by Ken Bailey are common, thanks to the iconic coloring of this breed's coat. Other paintings like 'German Shepherd' by Dean Russo and 'Best Friends' by P. Stretton also stress the friendly and sociable nature of these versatile canines, as does the work 'Big Shutz' by canine artist Robert McClintock.
