Pet Portraits

Please submit a request below to find out when I will be available for your portrait and any other details I may be able to provide based on the info you submit.

You may upload a photo and I will let you know if it will work well. If you would like certain things in the background removed, please let me know in the comments. Thank you!

Pencil

I do my best and most detailed work with Pencil Portraits. I use colored Polychromos Pencil on White Fabriano 300lb paper.

Acrylic on Canvas

Acrylic paintings can ship upon completion. These do not have to be framed as they come with a finished edge on a stretched canvas with smooth sides. 

Oil on Linen Canvas

These paintings are on premium oil-primed Stretched Linen Canvas and will need framing as the edges are rough and do not have a finished look. 

I use only premium oil pigmented paint and will apply a light breathable varnish for smoothness and shine.

Oil paintings do not fully dry in the under layers of paint until at least 6 months at the very minimum and can take up to a year.

If you want your painting to be archival for years after your lifetime, then after one year, and not before, you may take it to a professional and have it completely varnished and sealed – but only by someone who knows how to varnish oil paintings. This is not required, though. Do not use any commercial or other type varnishes on top of your painting.

Oil paintings need to dry for up to two weeks at minimum before shipping can occur to maintain the integrity of your painting.

Pet Portrait Commission Request
Please note, smaller size portraits may not be suitable for two or more subjects. Indicate your desired size and I will let you know if it's possible. Thanks!
Click or drag files to this area to upload. You can upload up to 3 files.
Must be a clear, close-up photo that is not dark and pet(s) must be in the position to be used for the portrait.