Red 

"Red" is a realistic oil painting by contemporary artist Lucia Heffernan, depicting a German Shepherd with a playful, expressive pose. Heffernan's meticulous brushwork captures the dog's fur and features with remarkable detail, giving viewers a sense of the animal's personality. The dog's tongue is a vibrant pink, contrasting with the deep browns and blacks of its fur. The use of a simple blue background emphasizes the dog as the central subject, highlighting its charisma. This artwork is an example of animal portraiture, a genre often favored for its ability to evoke emotion and connection between viewer and subject.