The following are selected correspondence relating to the above letter. If you find value in any of this please feel free to copy to a friend or fellow artist. We have no other motivation than to give creative people an opportunity to share ideas and possibly broaden their capabilities. A pack of evidence I have a dog and a cat. The dog is in my studio and is my link to the world, never mind the radio.
Animals are an artist's link to reality.
They keep you focused. I talk to them, and they give me feedback in one way or another. A true uncomplaining friend who loved me more when I came back from hospital and needed all the love I could get. I miss him so much. Your story reminds me of the time when I was studying for university examinations at home in the company of a large Alsatian.