Painting of a happy yellow Labrador retriever with its tongue out, leaning on a surface with several stacked books in the foreground, near a potted plant on a wooden table, with a window and curtains in the background.
A small canvas painting of a happy, beige-colored dog's face with pink tongue, set against a blue background. The painting is placed on top of a stack of books on a wooden surface, next to a potted green plant, with a window with curtains in the background.
A painted portrait of a yellow Labrador retriever with its mouth open and tongue out, on a purple background.
A small painting of a dog on a pink canvas is propped on a stack of books on a wooden surface. The books include titles such as 'China Mieville', 'Stanisław Lem', 'Octavia E. Butler', and others. A potted green plant with broad leaves is next to the painting, and a window with curtains is in the background.
Back of a small white picture frame with handwritten text on the top border, reading, 'Goldie 2020 M. Cates,' placed on colorful fabric with a rainbow pattern.

Custom Portraits

New! Custom Acrylic Minis

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Want affordable AND high-quality custom art?

Your furry sweetie stars in a bite-sized acrylic painting, ready to hang. Looks amazing on your bookshelf! An instant hit for any pet parent.

Turn around time is just 1-2 weeks for local hand delivery or 3 weeks for shipping via USPS. So fast!

The best part: FREE consultation, no commitment until you love the idea for your painting. Fill out the form below and I will reach out to schedule.

Luxe Custom Paintings

Composition. Color. Technique. Collaborative fine art starring your pet.

Close-up of a colorful abstract painting featuring dark and light shades of green, blue, yellow, and black with visible brushstrokes and textured surface.

Join me for the creative journey from your photos to an exquisite original painting.

For larger-scale Luxe Custom Paintings, I bring you along for each moment behind the scenes and collaborate with you to bring your vision to life. You know your pet best — let’s capture what you love most about them.

Free Consultation

Your personal consultation will consider your pet’s look and personality, how to enhance or meld seamlessly with your home decor, capture a mood that suits your space, and integrate a precious memory into your painting.

Black and white cat with yellow eyes sitting on a white surface, looking at the camera.
Drawing of a black and white cat with green eyes surrounded by green leaves.

Quality Craftsmanship

A potted green plant on a windowsill, partially obstructing a whiteboard frame with the label 'Abel'.

Gallery-wrapped canvas, richly pigmented paints rated for lightfastness, protection from humidity and sun with a matte varnish. Hang just like a gallery — I install a hanging wire and include a bracket and nail for your convenience.

Communicative and Collaborative

As your painting takes shape, enjoy updates from my studio. The true fun and freedom of painting happens here. Playful exploration creates moments of unexpected beauty and every pet has something truly unique to discover.

For example, Abe’s lovely tuxedo markings allowed me to take inspiration from Monet’s classic waterlilies. Blues, greens and brown meld into beautiful fluff on his chest.

Close-up of a painting depicting a black cat with yellow-green eyes surrounded by green foliage and white flowers.

Elevate with Framing

A chic, minimalist floater frame can elevate your painting even further, transforming your home into an art gallery. I ensure the best quality by installing the frame and hanging wire myself and your painting arrives ready to hang.

Painting of a black and white cat with yellow eyes surrounded by green leaves and white Lily of the Valley flowers.
  • A painting of a black cat with bright yellow-green eyes surrounded by green leaves and white flowers.

    M's pet portraits are uniquely rich in artistry, striking colors, and attention to detail. M was so thorough and kind in planning our commission. They totally exceeded every expectation - putting so much time and thought into the portrait and asking follow-up questions about the color choices and background. I was stunned when they sent me the first sketch, because even that was so moving and original. Needless to say, the finished product totally blew me out of the water. Even if the painting was not of my animal, I would still want it as a piece in my home. I think this aspect is what sets M apart - they are not only creating loving pet portraits, but skillful and original art. Cannot recommend them enough!

    —HJ, Custom Acrylic on Canvas

Painting of a black and white cat resting among pink and purple flowers with a blue background.

Original Acrylic Painting
on Canvas

A traditional portrait of your pet in acrylic paint on stretched canvas. Canvas edges are painted in a coordinating color and the back features an artist’s signature and date. Comes installed with a hanging wire, ready to hang as soon as it arrives.

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A digital painting of a white poodle with a background of pink lilies.

A hand-painted digital portrait in acrylic style. Using artist’s software with assets scanned from real brushes, paper and canvas, this highly-flexible and customizable medium allows you to make changes well into the painting process. Mailed to your home as a rich, vibrant gicleé print with a winter white mat, your custom painting arrives ready to pop into your favorite frame. Comes with a timelapse video for authenticity (and fun!).

Digital Painting
with Giclee Print

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Have a different request?

Please reach out for a quote. I am happy to work together to find the right size and medium for your dream painting.