A dog’s intense and heartfelt determination to lead his female companion to the destination of his own choice is poignantly conveyed in Steff Green’s “Ladies’ Companion.” The lush textures and velvety onyx and ivory of the woman’s gown are also expertly mirrored in those of her dog. Green, who was born in the United States, honed her artistic skills at Germany’s Academy of Fine Arts. Now living and working as a freelance artist in southern Germany, her trademarks are loose brushstrokes and clear, strong composition. These elements fuse to create versatile works that are both nostalgically elegant and playfully contemporary.

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