“Nocturne for Beauregard” is a richly layered, whimsical multimedia collage painting by Sherri Ehrlich that evokes the feel of a surreal jazz dream. At its heart is Beauregard, a dignified black poodle perched atop a vibrant grand piano, wearing an elaborate red bowtie adorned with musical notes and a regal cap, giving him the air of both maestro and muse.

Flanking him are two striking human figures, their heads collaged from vintage black-and-white photographs: on the left, a suited man sits at the piano, mid-performance, his expression thoughtful under a glowing halo of sound and movement. On the right, a glamorous woman with a large white flower in her hair cradles a retro microphone, suggesting she’s about to break into song. Her bouquet of real-looking flowers adds a touch of romantic realism to the fantasy.

The background is a maze of pastel purples, warm pinks, and yellows overlaid with musical scores and geometric abstraction—like a jazz improvisation rendered in color and form. Scattered sheet music, vintage textures, and swirling details give the composition a rhythmic energy, while a second poodle reclines calmly at the base of the scene, grounding the entire moment in canine poise.

This piece dances between nostalgia and imagination, blending music, memory, and absurdity with elegance and heart. “Nocturne for Beauregard” feels like a tribute—not just to a beloved pet—but to the magic that happens when sound, story, and soul converge in visual form.