“The Pig Who Dreamed of Pinot” – Original Oil by Gail Campbell

Some paintings make you smile. This one makes you pause — because somehow, you can feel the moment it captures.

Gail Campbell’s The Pig Who Dreamed of Pinot is more than an animal portrait — it’s a little story about longing, contentment, and the quiet poetry of country life. A soft-eyed piglet sits in the doorway of an old brick barn, a small oak barrel by his side, stamped with the word Pinot. The light spills gently across his bristled back, catching the warm tones of the weathered wood and the mossy brick — a place you can almost smell the hay, hear the rustle of straw, and feel the calm weight of a day well spent.

It’s whimsical, yes — but also tender, as if the pig is part philosopher, part dreamer. Campbell’s brush captures not just the details, but the feeling of slow afternoons, gentle sun, and the timeless rhythm of the farm.

This original oil painting is framed in a black-and-gold frame with ornate corner flourishes, perfectly suited to its rustic elegance. Whether it hangs in a wine nook, a farmhouse kitchen, or above a cozy hearth, it will bring a smile — and maybe a little daydream — to everyone who sees it.

Artist: Gail Campbell
Title: The Pig Who Dreamed of Pinot
Medium: Original oil on canvas, signed
Frame: Black with gilt highlights and ornate corner details
Size: Canvas approx. 9″ x 12″; framed approx. 14″ x 16″
Condition: Excellent — vibrant and ready to hang

Why You’ll Love It: A charming blend of country humor and quiet beauty — the kind of piece that feels like it’s been part of your home forever.

Located in Cool, near Auburn, CA. Can be picked up or shipped.
Can also be delivered to a meeting point in Placerville, CA.