Custom HAND-PAINTED Acrylic on Canvas Pet Portrait
Custom HAND-PAINTED Acrylic on Canvas Pet Portrait
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For over ten years, I’ve been creating custom pet portraits as a way to celebrate the incredible bond we share with our animals. Each portrait is hand-painted in acrylics, based on your favorite photo to create a meaningful keepsake you’ll treasure forever.
▶︎▶︎▶︎▶︎ Please email me your photos BEFORE YOU PURCHASE. I need to verify that your photos will work as references first. This avoids refunds and cancellations! krystle@krystlecole.com
Here's How the Process Works!
Start by emailing me several photos of your pet to use as a basis for the painting.
The photos need to allow me to clearly see the features of your pet's face. Larger image sizes are preferred so I can zoom in on the details.
I paint headshots only. So if you provide a full body image, I will crop it to a headshot. You will approve the headshot cropping prior to me starting the painting.
I discuss plans for your painting with you via email. Once I approve your reference photo, you can purchase. Please wait to purchase until I've approved your photo. Once I approve your photo, I will also tell you the exact timeframe for your finished portrait.
Typically, I'm able to finish most paintings within 1-4 weeks (except for Christmas, which has longer wait times). When you purchase, you're automatically next in line in my queue.
At checkout, make your choice of 5 color schemes (or I can surprise you!). You'll also choose to have me paint your pet's natural eye color or what is in the color scheme. See the color schemes in the photos above. And while I'm painting your portrait, you will get several emails from me with photos of your painting in progress.
You're looking at a photo of my cat alongside the painting I created from it. As you can see, I use the exact same pose from the photo as the reference for the painting. I don’t combine multiple photos or change the pose—I work directly from a single image to capture your pet as they are. The better the photo, the better the final painting will turn out!
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Shipping
FREE shipping from my studio in Kansas to anywhere in the USA. Worldwide shipping for an extra fee (add to cart to calculate). Insured and packed with care.
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Copyright
I retain all copyright and reproduction rights, which means I may create and sell prints of your painting. If I do, you’ll receive two free prints as a thank-you.
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Archival Quality
I use museum quality gallery wrapped canvas and professional grade acrylics. I paint the image around the edges, so it is ready-to-hang. Framing isn't necessary.
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Answers to Common Questions
Can I get a portrait in natural colors or black and white?
I don't paint pets in black and white or normal/naturalistic colors. I like to think that I paint an animal's soul along with how they look in real life. And to me, all of their souls are filled with rainbows of happy colors :)
That said, if there's a specific color that you do not like, just let me know when you purchase and I'll limit the use of it in your painting.
Which color scheme is best for my pet's natural eye color?
Most of my color schemes feature either purple or blue eyes because those tend to create the best contrast with the overall palette. There’s a delicate balance between the colors. If I change one color, the eyes don’t always pop the same way. That said, if you'd prefer your pet’s natural eye color, I’m happy to make it work! I recommend going with color scheme E in that case—it has a white background and a wider range of colors, which gives me more flexibility to make different eye colors stand out beautifully.
Are larger custom painting sizes available?
Due to my workload and health, I no longer make commissions in larger sizes than 11x14 inches. Sometimes I will substitute the 11x14 inch size for a 12x12 inch size if a square dimension painting works better with your reference photo.
Are smaller custom painting sizes available?
I don’t offer paintings smaller than 11 x 14 because I want you to be able to see all the beautiful details in your pet’s face. Anything smaller can't reflect the same level of care and detail I think they deserve.
If you're looking for something at a lower price point, you might consider a print of a painting I've already made. I've painted around 325 animals, so I may have painted one that looks like yours! Prints start at only $19.79! Shop prints here
Can I have more than 1 pet in the same painting?
I currently only paint 1 pet per painting because I'm not offering larger sizes at this time. And it would take a larger size for multiple pets.
But I’ve also found that many customers end up wanting separate portraits for their other pets later on. Keeping each painting focused on a single pet lets you build a meaningful collection, one special piece at a time.
Are there payment plans?
Absolutely! If you scroll up to the top of the page, you can apply for financing through Shop Pay. I also offer a 10% discount on your purchase if you sign up to my email newsletter.
♥ Happiness Guarantee ♥
The main reason behind why I LOVE painting animals is the joy my work brings to people. I love seeing huge smiles on everyone's faces! So if you're not completely happy with your painting, I will issue a full refund. Here's how - prior to mailing your finished painting, I will email you several photos of it. At that point, I can either make adjustments or issue a full refund if you aren't satisfied.
Very good experience start to finish. Krystle was professional and timely and delivered a great piece of art that my daughter is very happy with.
I've had Krystle do three pet portraits for me now and have been really happy and satisfied about her art. She has spent the time to go over details on the portraits and has been more than timely on finishing the paintings and getting them delivered to me. Although I communicated to her that time was not a factor I got a quick turnover on my paintings and they were meticulously packed and delivered. I find her very professional and talented and attentive to something that is so important to me. Thank you so much!
Tha artwork is amazing my babies look soooo cute!!! 💕
This is my second custom painting and Krystle is just the best to work with! Her work is remarkable and communication is top notch. Shipping is fast and packaged so well! I do not have enough positive things to say about this artist!!
LOVE my custom kitty picture!!!
Artist was super responsive and open to my ideas and requests! Painting was done very quickly and they even sent me pictures of the progress! Shipping and packaging was fantastic too!
Can't wait to get my next kitty painted!