Critters & Creations

One-of-a-kind art to brighten your life

Thanks to all my gorgeous doggy models for the Dogs of Bayside AND Dogs of Queens 2025 calendars. Ordering info is below.

The Bright & the Beautiful, my 2025 bird calendar, is also ready to order!

2025 Calendars

Available now:
Bright & Beautiful Birds 2025

A calendar of bird photography taken throughout the year in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Florida, and anywhere else I’ve been able to travel to.

Available now:
Dogs of Bayside 2025

A selection of some of the fabulous dogs seen in greater Bayside, Queens. 10% of the calendar profits will be donated to Bobbi & the Strays and For Our Friends.

Available now:
Dogs of Queens 2025

The beautiful dogs of Queens, NY, photographed by Jan Arzooman. 10% of the calendar profits will be donated to Bobbi & the Strays and For Our Friends.

Etsy Shop

You can find my handmade art and photography on Etsy

Green and black camo pendant on sea glass

Hand-painted “camouflage” sea glass pendant, with adjustable leather cord, 14 to to 24 inches.

Hand-painted sea glass pendant with adjustable leather cord

Colorful hand-painted sea glass in abstract dot style.

Hand-painted mandala-style mugs. Now $5 through Dec. 31!

Hand-painted dot-mandala–style flower coffee mug. Dishwasher safe.

All mugs now on sale for $5

My Photography

Visit my Instagram page for a gallery of all of my wildlife photos. Any photo is available as a print—use the contact form below to inquire about prices.

Young yellow-crowned night heron with crab

About Me

Jan Arzooman is an artist who lives in Northeast Queens, NY. She’s been creating art for many years and loves meditative art such as zentangle, neurographica, and dot mandalas. She’s also a photographer who mainly photographs dogs, birds, and other wildlife.