Sofie 

Lucia Heffernan painted "Sofie" in oil on canvas, and it presents a portrait of a brown dog with a direct, engaging gaze. Heffernan's style is whimsical, often anthropomorphizing animals to explore human conditions. Here, Sofie is presented against a stark blue background and seated on a leopard print surface. These elements contribute to the feeling of a carefully constructed persona. The choice of the leopard print beneath the dog suggests an exploration of identity and perhaps a comment on the artifice of presentation. Sofie's gentle expression evokes a sense of vulnerability and awareness. Heffernan invites viewers to reflect on the emotional and psychological depths we often attribute to our animal companions, blurring the lines between human and animal experiences. The painting captures a specific moment, a feeling, and challenges us to consider the ways in which we project our own identities onto the creatures we love.