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Dog Portraits

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Dog portraits from photos

Dog Portraits From Photos

Their character, captured in oils.

Commission a hand-painted portrait of your dog, from a close study of their familiar expression to a full-body painting in a favourite setting.

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Dog portraits from £330 View price guide ↓

Includes VAT and free worldwide delivery as a rolled canvas.

Close portrait of a sandy-coated dog
Hand-painted dog portrait.
  • Painted by hand in oils
  • Personal help choosing photographs
  • Finished painting photographed for approval

Hand-painted dog portraits from your photographs

Capture your dog’s familiar expression and individual character in a bespoke oil portrait, hand-painted on canvas from your photographs. From a close portrait showing the eyes and coat to a full-body painting in a favourite setting, we pay careful attention to likeness and composition.

We can paint one dog, several together, or include a person alongside their dog. Choose to retain the photographic setting or discuss a simpler background. Where changes are needed, we can prepare an initial visual mock-up before painting begins.

Browse the examples below, then send us your photographs and preferred painting size. We will advise on a suitable composition and provide a personalised quote.

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Close portrait of a sandy-coated dog

Completed dog portraits

Select any painting to view it in full at a larger size.

Close portrait of a sandy-coated dog
Portrait of a black and white dog lying on sand
Portrait of two dogs together
Portrait of a dog bounding through water
Full-body portrait of a tan and white dog
Head study of two dogs in looser brushwork
Portrait of a dog among orange flowers
Portrait of two white dogs resting on a red sofa
Full-body portrait of a dark brown dog standing on grass
Portrait of a man crouching beside his dog

From photograph to finished oil painting

Original photograph
Finished oil painting

A busy photographic background replaced with a simplified green setting.

Original photograph
Finished oil painting

A close portrait with the surrounding room replaced by a plain painted background.

Original photograph
Finished oil painting

Furniture and room details replaced with a restrained painted setting.

Created around your dog

Let’s choose the right portrait.

Head study or full body

Choose the pose and composition that best show your dog.

One dog or several

Ask about painting your dogs together, including from separate photographs.

A setting of your choosing

Keep a favourite place or discuss a simpler painted background.

How your dog portrait takes shape

A straightforward commission, with personal guidance.

  1. 1Send your photographsShare your favourite photographs and the size you have in mind.
  2. 2Agree the details and quoteWe’ll discuss the composition, size and background options, and send your quote.
  3. 3Secure your commissionA 50% deposit starts your commission.
  4. 4Approve your finished paintingWe send photographs of the completed painting for your approval.
  5. 5Arrange deliveryThe balance is payable before dispatch, and we carefully pack and send your portrait to you.

If you choose framing, we send further photographs of the finished framed artwork before dispatch.

Hand-painted in oils on linen canvas

Dog portrait price guide

Explore guide prices for your portrait. We’ll confirm your quotation after reviewing your photograph and requirements.

Prices include VAT and free worldwide delivery as a securely rolled, unframed canvas, with a simple background. Stretching and framing are extra, and delivery for those finishes is confirmed in your quotation.

Detailed backgrounds, additional subjects and other sizes are quoted individually.

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50% deposit to begin. Balance after you approve the finished painting, before dispatch.

Sizes, prices and timescales

A clear quote for your dog portrait.

Your quote reflects the size, number of dogs and detail required. Send us your photographs and we’ll confirm the options and estimated timescale.

Prices and estimated timescales are confirmed in your quotation.

Framing your portrait

A frame to make it yours.

Choose a moulding and finish to complement your portrait and your home.

Explore handmade framing

Download the framing brochure (PDF)

A completed dog portrait in a dark frame with gold-coloured inner detailing.
A completed dog portrait in a dark frame with gold-coloured inner detailing.

A few helpful answers

Your questions, answered.

Which photographs of my dog work best?

Please send the clearest, highest-resolution photographs you have. Sharp images help the artist see the eyes, coat and markings. If your only photograph is older or less clear, send it to us for review and we will advise on what is achievable.

Can you paint several dogs together?

Yes. We can paint several dogs together, including from separate photographs. Send us the images you would like used and explain the arrangement you have in mind.

Can you change the background?

Yes. This is a common request. We can prepare an initial mock-up showing the proposed changes for you to approve before painting begins. Please describe the changes you would like when requesting your quotation.

Can you include me with my dog?

Yes. We can include a person alongside their dog. Send us photographs of both and tell us the arrangement you have in mind.

Will I see the finished portrait before delivery?

Yes. We will email you a high-resolution photograph of the finished painting for your approval before dispatch.

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Have a favourite photograph of your dog?

Send it to us and tell us what you would like to create.

Discuss your dog portrait

How it works

  1. Send us your photographs

    Share the photographs you would like us to work from, together with your preferred painting size and any changes you have in mind. If you are unsure about the size or composition, we can help you consider the options.

  2. Agree the details and quotation

    We will review your photographs and confirm the proposed composition, size, price and estimated timescale.

    If you request changes to clothing, colours or the background, we can prepare an initial mock-up for approval before painting begins.

  3. Secure your commission

    A 50% deposit secures your commission and allows us to begin work. The deposit is non-refundable.

    Our typical timescale is 5–6 weeks. We will confirm the estimated timing in your quotation.

  4. Review your finished painting

    When the painting is ready, we will email you a high-resolution photograph for approval.

    Reasonable minor amendments are free before final approval. Substantial changes to the agreed composition will be quoted separately.

  5. Approve and arrange delivery

    The remaining 50% is payable after you approve the finished painting and before dispatch.

    Delivery is free worldwide as a rolled canvas. Stretching and framing are extra, and delivery for stretched or framed portraits is confirmed in your quotation.

Portrait FAQs

What photographs should I send?

Please send the clearest, highest-resolution photographs you have. Sharp images help the artist see facial features and other important details.

If your only photograph is old, faded or less clear, send it to us for review. We can advise on what is achievable from the available material.

Can you combine people from separate photographs?

Yes. We can use separate photographs to bring people together in one family or group portrait. Send us the images you would like used and explain the arrangement you have in mind.

Can you change the background, clothing or colours?

Yes. These are common requests. We can prepare an initial mock-up showing the proposed changes for you to approve before painting begins.

Please discuss the changes you would like when requesting your quotation.

Can you create a colour portrait from a black-and-white photograph?

Yes. We can create a colour oil portrait from an old black-and-white photograph.

Where the original colours are unknown, we can discuss your preferences and any additional reference material you have.

How much does an oil portrait cost?

The price depends on the size and complexity of the painting, including the number of people or animals and the detail required.

Send us your photographs and preferred size for a personalised quote. Displayed portrait prices include VAT. The applicable VAT treatment for overseas orders will be confirmed in your quotation.

How long does a commission take?

Our typical timescale is 5–6 weeks. We will confirm the estimated timing when preparing your quotation.

If you have a particular date in mind, please tell us before ordering so we can advise on availability.

How do payments work?

A 50% non-refundable deposit secures your commission and allows work to begin.

The remaining 50% is payable after you approve the finished painting and before dispatch.

Will I see the finished painting before it is sent?

Yes. We will email you a high-resolution photograph of the finished painting for your approval before dispatch.

Can I request amendments?

Yes. Reasonable minor amendments are free before final approval.

Substantial changes to the composition agreed at the start of the commission will be quoted separately.

How will my portrait be delivered?

Rolled canvases are securely packaged in an art tube and delivered free worldwide.

Stretching and framing are extra, and delivery for stretched or framed portraits is confirmed in your quotation.

Can I have my portrait framed?

Yes. Please mention framing when requesting your quotation so we can discuss suitable options and confirm the additional costs.

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