Australian Cattle Dog
Australian Cattle Dog
German Shepherd
German Shepherd
Papillon
Papillon
Shorthaired Cat
Shorthaired Cat
Beagle
Beagle
Border Collie
Border Collie
Boston Terrier
Boston Terrier
Longhaired Orange Cat
Longhaired Orange Cat
Chocolate Lab
Chocolate Lab
Corgi
Corgi

Original Pet Portrait Commissions

As an animal-lover, I truly enjoy the opportunity to create a custom, one-of-a-kind memory of your pet. I aim to capture the personality of your pet in a realistic manner.

Each portrait is hand-painted using artist-grade watercolors on acid-free, 300gsm, 100% cotton paper.

Pet portraits also make a great gift or memorial idea.

Interested in a pet portrait commission?

It’s easy to get started.
Email me (hello@happylittlewren.com)
or use the contact page of this site.
There is no fee at this stage.

Please include images of the pet to be painted (see photo advice below)
& details about your requested commission.
(preferences, pet’s personality, reason for portrait,
or anything else that would make the final painting a success)

I will get in touch to answer any questions & finalize your order.
Then, you will receive a personalized invoice with payment options.

I work directly from photographs of your choosing.
Commissions typically take 3-4 weeks to complete after photos are approved.

Price List:

Small (5x7, 6x6) - $100
Medium (8x10, 8x8) - $140
Large (9x12, 10x10) - $180
X-Large (11x14, 12x12) - $220

Completed paintings will arrive carefully packaged with a board backing in a clear sleeve for protection - ready for the mat & frame of your choice.
All artwork is sold unframed & unmounted.

Photograph Advice:

Quality of image
The higher quality of the photo, the more realistic your portrait will be.
(not blurry & clear enough to see details of eyes/nose/fur)
Details of your pet’s eyes & nose really bring the portrait to life.

Lighting
Photos taken outdoors, without flash or app filters are preferred.
Take your pet outside & use your camera phone for great results.
(sunny & overcast days are perfect, with the sun behind you)

Close-Up
Don’t zoom in on your camera. Instead, walk up to your pet until his/her head & shoulders are in the frame. Also, don’t stand above your pet & point your camera down. Instead, get down on his or her eye level to get the most accurate proportions in the face.

Character
Choose a photo that captures how you see your pet.