Little Paws, Big Heart

Original animal portraits by Yael Natali Sonkin

1 September – 1 November 2026
Raf Cafe, Tallinn, Estonia

Little Paws, Big Heart is a solo exhibition of animal portraits by Yael Natali Sonkin, presented by the Association of Global Online Painters (AGOP) at Raf Cafe, Tallinn, Estonia, from 1 September to 1 November 2026. Exhibition prints are displayed at the venue; the original watercolours are available online through Artsy.

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Prints in Tallinn, originals online. Raf Cafe presents official exhibition prints of the works, each a single copy (1/1), available to buy on site. The original watercolours are available online through Artsy.

About the Exhibition

Little Paws, Big Heart brings together 13 watercolour portraits of cats and dogs by Yael Natali Sonkin. Each work captures an animal’s individual personality – an expressive look, a quiet moment of trust or an amusing habit.

“Animals bring warmth and joy into our lives, and I love trying to capture that feeling in my paintings. I hope the works make people smile, feel warmth and perhaps recognise a little of their own pets in them.” – Yael Natali Sonkin
Little Paws, Big Heart – installation view at Raf Cafe, Tallinn
Installation view, Raf Cafe, Tallinn

Available Artworks

All works are original watercolours on paper. Sizes are given height × width, as on Artsy. Prices are as listed on Artsy; purchases and offers are made on Artsy.

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At the Exhibition

At Raf Cafe, Narva mnt. 2, Tallinn (1 September – 1 November 2026), each work is shown as an official exhibition print: a single copy (1/1) made only for this exhibition, signed and stamped by AGOP. The prints can be bought directly at the exhibition; the original watercolours are available through Artsy.

Little Paws, Big Heart – framed exhibition prints at Raf Cafe, Tallinn
Little Paws, Big Heart – exhibition prints on display at Raf Cafe, Tallinn
Exhibition prints of Yael Natali Sonkin’s cat and dog portraits on the wall at Raf Cafe, Tallinn
Official AGOP exhibition print documentation for Calico Cat & Galaxy, signed and stamped
Print documentation, Calico Cat & Galaxy (1/1)
Portrait of the artist Yael Natali Sonkin

About the Artist

Yael Natali Sonkin is a professional artist originally from Ukraine and currently based in Catalonia, Spain. Working primarily in watercolour, as well as pastel, oil and mixed media, she draws inspiration from the personalities, expressions and everyday behaviour of animals.

“Animals give us so much love and ask for very little in return. I am happy that through my art I can not only share this love but also help animals who need care and a home.” – Yael Natali Sonkin

Supporting animals. A portion of the proceeds from artwork sales will be directed towards helping animals in need.

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Press release and exhibition details

Tallinn, Estonia — 23 August 2026 — Ukrainian artist Yael Natali Sonkin presents her solo exhibition Little Paws, Big Heart, opening on 1 September at Raf Cafe in Tallinn.

The exhibition features 13 artworks portraying cats and dogs through their individual personalities, expressive looks and amusing habits. Printed reproductions of the works are shown at Raf Cafe, while the originals are available online through Artsy.

The exhibition also has a charitable dimension. A portion of the proceeds from artwork sales will be directed towards helping animals in need.

Little Paws, Big Heart is organised by the Association of Global Online Painters (AGOP), an Estonia-based association that helps artists develop their professional exhibition practice and present their work to new audiences.

  • Exhibition: Little Paws, Big Heart
  • Artist: Yael Natali Sonkin
  • Dates: 1 September – 1 November 2026
  • Venue: Raf Cafe, Narva mnt. 2, Tallinn, Estonia (printed reproductions)
  • Originals: available through Artsy
  • Organiser: Association of Global Online Painters — AGOP

About AGOP

The Association of Global Online Painters is an Estonia-based international association supporting artists through physical and virtual exhibitions, solo projects, exhibition catalogues and professional presentation.

Media enquiries and image requests: agop@globalpainters.net

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