Meet the Artist

Beverly Capstick has had a long history in the world of purebred dogs.  She began with a Collie, owned by her uncle.  A few years later she purchased a Boxer.  It was through the Boxer that she learned the true meaning of humor and humility.  In the early 60's, while training in obedience, she was introduced to a Doberman Pinscher and has shared her life with this breed until this day.  She exhibited, for many years, under the AKC registered kennel name of Lutzyn.

Capstick, now retired, taught art in a public school for many years, while continuing to pursue her hobby of showing dogs.  Training, showing and breeding of Doberman Pinschers eventually led her to the venue of judging.  Her career has progressed from judging Doberman Pinschers to the Working, Hound, Non Sporting and Herding Groups, plus breeds in two additional Groups, Junior Showmanship and BIS.  Capstick's vocation of teaching has crossed over into lecturing around the world on Canine Structure and its relationship to movement.

Art has been a common thread throughout her life, weaving her vocation and interests together.  Breeding allowed her to learn the heart and soul of the dog, judging allows her the opportunity to examine many animals and continue learning about form and function, while her art business provides an avenue to express these interests.

Although she has worked in various media, pottery, cast paper, stained glass, painting and jewelry, her primary emphasis is Copper Repousse' or Copper Bas-Relief.  Capstick feels the metal reflects the enduring bond of dogs to man, while it's malleability shows the changing face of the dog over time as it has moved from hunter, to hunting partner, to herder, guard, protector and companion of man.

Capstick's work is proudly shown under the name of Lutzyn Originals, LLC and can be found throughout the United States plus fifteen foreign countries.  Capstick resides in Monticello, MN with two Dobermans, a Manchester Terrier and four cats that rule the house.