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A pot-bellied pig that paints pictures has become a hit for his canvases of abstract expressionism.

Smithfield's proud owner Fran Martin, 54, sells them for £8 over the internet, reports The Sun..

Ten-year-old Smithfield, who holds the paintbrush in his mouth, has now become a celebrity across America.

He trots out at charity events and has appeared on Oprah Winfreys TV show.

Fran, from Virginia, said: "Smithfield is a very clever pig. He's done hundreds of paintings."

Scientists say pigs are colour blind but Fran reckons Smithfield can tell the difference.

She added: "He likes blue best. He definitely picks up the blue brush more frequently than any other."