Pets love us and we love our pets ~ they are welcomed into our family and into our hearts bringing us joy and sometimes sorrow, but always companionship and love. As an artist and pet lover, my desire is to create oil portraits that give you not only a timeless piece of art, but a reminder of your pet’s lasting affection in your life.

If you would like to see more pet portraits I’ve painted, please click HERE.

When you’re ready to commission a painting, here are a few things to consider:

  • I paint 2-3 paintings a week ~ depending on subject and size. I’ll let you know a time frame when I receive your email.

  • Each painting is done on archival flat panel board and will take a week to be dry-to-the-touch after completion; then a coat of varnish is applied. The painting will be ready to frame ( without glass) when you receive it.

  •  When I’m ready to paint your portrait, I’ll email you before I begin to confirm you are ready to continue and to ask what size you had in mind. I’ll also include any recommendations I may have after seeing your photos. Once the painting is completed, I’ll email you with shipping options and ask for payment (Venmo, Paypal, Zelle).

Here are some helpful photography tips:

  • Natural light is best, with photos being taken outside or near a window. (No flash please.) Natural light helps your pet’s eyes to have a sparkle-bonus!

  • Contrast is key. If you have a white or light-colored pet, a photo with a darker background is helpful. If your pet is dark (i.e., black lab), try a few photos with the exposure lowered.

  • Get eye level with your pet, but not too close! (Things get distorted.)

  • Speaking of distorted…if you’re wanting a full-body portrait, make sure all limbs, ears, tail, etc. are in the frame.

  • High resolution photos work best; no need to edit or use filters.

If this a memorial portrait, please email all the photos you love of your pet. (Spam me with photos… the more the better!)

If you would like to get started or just have more questions, please use the form below or email me directly: suzannedavisstudio@gmail.com