Dreaming

Size:29 x 39 in.

Doug Hyde’s original painting Dreaming (20" x 30") offers a moment of tranquillity and wonder beneath a blossom-laden tree that shimmers with soft, pastel hues. Beneath this vibrant canopy, a black dog lies peacefully curled, lost in slumber, bathed in a gentle cascade of petals that seem to glow against the twilight background. The scene is bathed in rich, moody blues, purples, and dusky pinks, creating an atmosphere of calm reflection and quiet joy.

Hyde’s masterful brushwork turns the blossom into a mosaic of colour and light, each dab of paint contributing to a magical, dreamlike quality. The use of a dark, restful palette draws the viewer into the stillness of the night, where everything slows down and the only sound is imagined—perhaps a breeze or a soft sigh from the sleeping companion.

A celebrated figure in contemporary British art, Doug Hyde has spent two decades enchanting collectors with his emotive, optimistic vision. Known as ‘the man behind the smile’, he conveys deep sentiment with elegant simplicity. Dreaming is a perfect expression of this ethos—an artwork that speaks to love, rest, and contentment. It is both visually soothing and emotionally resonant, offering a peaceful escape into a world of Hyde’s making.