A Hampstead artist has found creating pet portraits a great way to strengthen community bonds during the Covid-19 pandemic. Deborah Cornes, 48, swapped a career in finance to paint animals - inspired by wanting to spend more time with her own dog Tito…

This month we at House of Desiderata discover Deborah Cornes, who creates absolutely stunning pet portraits that seem to almost leap off the page. It takes her at least 25 hours to complete each portrait, as she is dedicated to creating the perfect image of your furry friend.