Westie at the Cafe by Jay Schmetz

$50.00

Westie at the Cafe

Jay Schmetz

Guyton, Georgia, USA

Oil on Canvas

“Westie at the Cafe” is a whimsical yet poignant portrait of Bernie, a West Highland White Terrier, calmly enjoying a cup of coffee at a café table. More than just playful, the piece invitesviewers to recognize the personality and individuality of animals—how they inhabit the world with just as much curiosity and joy as we do. Jay’s signature brushwork and vibrant palette bring warmth and life to this heart-stealing scene.

Print Details

  • 16×20 inch fine art print

  • Printed on eco-friendly, museum-quality heavyweight paper

  • Ships from the closest available global facility to lower carbon footprint

  • Artists receive 60% of the net profit—thank you for supporting independent creators

Westie at the Cafe

Jay Schmetz

Guyton, Georgia, USA

Oil on Canvas

“Westie at the Cafe” is a whimsical yet poignant portrait of Bernie, a West Highland White Terrier, calmly enjoying a cup of coffee at a café table. More than just playful, the piece invitesviewers to recognize the personality and individuality of animals—how they inhabit the world with just as much curiosity and joy as we do. Jay’s signature brushwork and vibrant palette bring warmth and life to this heart-stealing scene.

Print Details

  • 16×20 inch fine art print

  • Printed on eco-friendly, museum-quality heavyweight paper

  • Ships from the closest available global facility to lower carbon footprint

  • Artists receive 60% of the net profit—thank you for supporting independent creators

ABOUT THE ARTIST

Jay Schmetz holds a Master’s degree in Painting from the Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD), class of 1998. Since then, he’s built a career as a self-representing artist, creating expressive paintings that often spotlight animals in human-like moments. His work is influenced by the vibrant energy of Van Gogh and the color-forward style of Matisse. Jay lives with his wife on a mini animal sanctuary in Georgia—a major inspiration behind his creative world. From farm life to coffee breaks, he brings the spirit of his animals into unexpected, joyful settings, crafting pieces that are both imaginative and tender.

Go-to Coffee Order: Pour-over with a little cream or milk—no sweetener

Coffee Sanctuary: Starbucks—simple, dependable, and always part of the day

Follow Jay’s animal fun on Instagram: @jayschmetz

See more of Jay’s animal kingdom on his website: jayschmetzart.com