More Than a Portrait… A Treasure for the Soul
There are loves that shape who we are, the ones that greet us at the door, stand beside us through every season, or light up our world with a single smile.
Whether it’s the wise eyes of a faithful dog, the quiet strength of a beloved horse, or the tender expression of someone dear, these faces are the heart of our story.
My portraits are more than realistic drawings,
they are love, made visible.
Each one is created with care, patience, and reverence for the bond you hold so deeply. Every strand of fur, every glimmer in the eye, every subtle expression is drawn to capture not just how they looked, but who they are, their presence, their spirit, their soul.
A Portrait That Becomes a Legacy
Time moves softly, and far too quickly.
One day, the joyful bark, the steady hoof beat, the warm presence by your side becomes a memory you wish you could hold again.
A custom portrait allows you to do just that, to gently hold onto the spirit that shaped your heart.
Each piece is realistic, tangible, and deeply personal, created to honor the bond that words cannot quite express.
Whether your beloved companion still walks beside you or watches over you from beyond, a portrait becomes more than art.
It becomes a touchstone of love, a way to celebrate a life well lived, to honor their essence, and to keep their memory close.
Many collectors have shared that their portraits brought tears, not of sorrow, but of gratitude.
Gratitude for something lasting and real…
a keepsake that comforts, heals, and quietly reminds them:
love never truly leaves.
There are loves that shape who we are, the ones that greet us at the door, stand beside us through every season, or light up our world with a single smile.
Whether it’s the wise eyes of a faithful dog, the quiet strength of a beloved horse, or the tender expression of someone dear, these faces are the heart of our story.
My portraits are more than realistic drawings,
they are love, made visible.
Each one is created with care, patience, and reverence for the bond you hold so deeply. Every strand of fur, every glimmer in the eye, every subtle expression is drawn to capture not just how they looked, but who they are, their presence, their spirit, their soul.
A Portrait That Becomes a Legacy
Time moves softly, and far too quickly.
One day, the joyful bark, the steady hoof beat, the warm presence by your side becomes a memory you wish you could hold again.
A custom portrait allows you to do just that, to gently hold onto the spirit that shaped your heart.
Each piece is realistic, tangible, and deeply personal, created to honor the bond that words cannot quite express.
Whether your beloved companion still walks beside you or watches over you from beyond, a portrait becomes more than art.
It becomes a touchstone of love, a way to celebrate a life well lived, to honor their essence, and to keep their memory close.
Many collectors have shared that their portraits brought tears, not of sorrow, but of gratitude.
Gratitude for something lasting and real…
a keepsake that comforts, heals, and quietly reminds them:
love never truly leaves.
Portrait Size/Price Choices
I also do custom sizes if there is a particular size you need. Please call or email me to discuss.
View Frame Choices
Colored Pencil
(professional grade colored pencil)
Nero Pencil
(special charcoal pencil which contains a tiny bit of oil)
I also do custom sizes if there is a particular size you need. Please call or email me to discuss.
View Frame Choices
Colored Pencil
(professional grade colored pencil)
Nero Pencil
(special charcoal pencil which contains a tiny bit of oil)
Custom Portraits That Touch the Heart
Hand-drawn with love.
Hand-drawn with love.
The Process: From Photo to Heirloom
Every portrait begins with a story, your story. I take the time to learn about your beloved pet, horse, or loved one, their personality, their spirit, the little things that made them unforgettable. From there, I carefully bring them to life on paper with Nero pencil or colored pencil, using only archival materials for a timeless finish.
Ordering your custom portrait is simple:
Every portrait begins with a story, your story. I take the time to learn about your beloved pet, horse, or loved one, their personality, their spirit, the little things that made them unforgettable. From there, I carefully bring them to life on paper with Nero pencil or colored pencil, using only archival materials for a timeless finish.
Ordering your custom portrait is simple:
| • | Choose your portrait size Choose your portrait medium, size, and whether you'd like it framed or unframed (see below.) (please note: 5 x 7 portraits are limited to one subject.) |
| • | Submit your payment via PayPal (Other options like credit card, Venmo, check, or payment plans are available, just email me.) |
| • | Send me your photos Email high-quality images of your pet, horse, or loved one. (Pedigree portraits require a copy of your pet’s papers.) |
| • | We’ll discuss your vision Once I receive your photos, I’ll reach out to go over any special requests |
| • | Stay connected during the process Each piece is drawn on watercolor paper, mounted on archival board, and sealed with a clear acrylic coating-ready to frame without glass. You’ll receive progress photos throughout, so you can watch your portrait come to life. |
| • | Final approval and delivery Once the portrait is finished, I’ll send a photo for your approval before shipping. Each unframed finished portrait is enclosed in a clear water-proof sleeve placed between rigid cardboard for protection. 5 x 7 to 9 x 12 sizes are shipped via USPS Priority Mail. All other sizes are shipped via UPS Ground. If you would like to insure your portrait during shipping, please let me know. (International clients email for shipping prices) |
| • | Turnaround time Small portraits typically take 2 to 3 weeks. Larger works may require 4 to 6 weeks. PLEASE ORDER EARLY for holiday gift giving as I get backed up quickly. |
Let’s Create Something Beautiful Together
If you’ve been thinking about commissioning a portrait, now is the perfect time. It’s not just art - it’s a gift to your future self or loved one.
A way to preserve the love that fills your heart today. I’d be honored to tell your loved one's story in pencil.
If you’ve been thinking about commissioning a portrait, now is the perfect time. It’s not just art - it’s a gift to your future self or loved one.
A way to preserve the love that fills your heart today. I’d be honored to tell your loved one's story in pencil.
Order your portrait today and secure your place in my schedule.
About Registration and Pedigree Portraits
A registration or pedigree portrait is a visual legacy. Unlike a standard portrait, a registration piece combines your horse’s or dog's likeness with the proud lineage that shaped them. Meticulously drawn in colored pencil, these portraits are especially meaningful for breeders and show owners, serving as a timeless tribute to both the individual horse or dog and the generations that came before.
It’s heritage, history, and heart on paper.
Order yours from the unframed colored pencil portraits section. Once you order you will receive instructions on how to mail your horse or dog's papers.If you have any additional questions please email or call me.
I look forward to working with you to create a memory that will last a lifetime!
A registration or pedigree portrait is a visual legacy. Unlike a standard portrait, a registration piece combines your horse’s or dog's likeness with the proud lineage that shaped them. Meticulously drawn in colored pencil, these portraits are especially meaningful for breeders and show owners, serving as a timeless tribute to both the individual horse or dog and the generations that came before.
It’s heritage, history, and heart on paper.
Order yours from the unframed colored pencil portraits section. Once you order you will receive instructions on how to mail your horse or dog's papers.If you have any additional questions please email or call me.
I look forward to working with you to create a memory that will last a lifetime!
