It is a hilarious rabbit hole to fall down. If you look at cat portraits from the late Middle Ages through the early Renaissance, you’ll notice they rarely look like the cute, fluffy companions we know today. Instead, they often look like tiny, disgruntled men in cat suits, or strange, elongated gargoyles with unsettlingly human … More Why The Old Masters Failed At Felines
UK creatives, illustrators, photographers, makers, musicians, designers, writers, don’t usually struggle with talent. The pain is distribution: being brilliant in a quiet room. If you’re a UK creative, you’re not competing on talent, you’re competing on clarity and consistency. This guide breaks discovery down into practical moves you can repeat each week, even if you … More Getting Discovered as a UK Creative (So Your Passion Pays)
Keeping the Spark in Their Golden Years Track Health Like a Pro Aging cats stay healthier when you track the right signs over time. Here’s a quick reference guide: What to Track What Changes Mean When to Call the Vet Weight Sudden gain or loss If visible in under a month Grooming Less frequent or … More Caring For Your Aging Cat: Part 2
Love is in the air this February! 💖🐾 Our 2026 calendar continues in February with the soulful and colorful work of Denise Laurent S.O.F.A. In “Snuggles,” Denise uses a rich, emotive palette to illustrate the peaceful connection between two companions. We love the contrast between the sharp whiskers and the soft, painterly texture of their … More February Calendar Spotlight
When your cat reaches their senior stage, around 10 years old and beyond, your role subtly shifts from playmate to caretaker. They’ll nap more, jump less, and crave routine comfort over novelty. This phase isn’t about decline, however; it’s about tuning into their changing rhythms so their days stay comfortable, safe, and full of quiet joy. … More Caring for Your Aging Cat: Part 1
The limited edition S.O.F.A. 2026 Wall Calendar features twelve original paintings, by twelve different members of the society. Each one captures the unique personality of a different cat. It’s a delightful journey through the year, bringing a dose of feline charm and colour to your home, one month at a time. Details: There are 12 … More Limited Edition 2026 Wall calendar
Made using a time-honored artistic process. Alex Johnson S.O.F.A. created this striking, hand-printed linocut using the reduction method, a technique where a single sheet of Lino is progressively carved away for each layer of colour. This labour-intensive process makes each print truly unique. The subject is Toffee, a beautiful Tortoiseshell Maine Coon, whose luxurious, silky … More The Art of the Linocut
The etchings of Avril Sleeman S.O.F.A. capture more than just a scene, they capture a story. In this delightful piece, two cats, with a shared glint of mischief in their eyes, turn a quiet patio into a playground. Caught in the midst of a spirited game of hide-and-seek, one cat hides in the shadows, while … More Hide And Seek
Society Of Feline Artists 