Linda’s Pet Portraits

I believe every animal, domestic or wild, possesses it’s own unique spirit. This is what I try to capture in my paintings.

The pet portrait begins with your inspiration photo. I freehand sketch the subject to a linen panel using the reference image on my iPad. The oil painting is rendered in classic impressionist style and use of color. Most of the images shown in this gallery are on 11X14 canvas panels. On this website I am offering 8×10, 11×14 or 16×20 linen panel sizes.

I use Senso linen panels, Gamblin oils, and the best brushes I can afford. Below are a few pet portraits for customers in oil. My customers are local and expanded through my online venue plus area markets and fairs. I look forward to your project, too.

To paint your pet I will need a good reference photo. Two or three photos or files would be helpful. I have a couple of suggestions for a good reference photo.

Place your pet near a window or natural light, if possible. Most phone cameras do a great job for photos. The use of natural light (no flash) brings out the true colors of the coat and reveals a pattern of light and shadow I can use to build the form of your pet in a painting. To keep things simple with a focus on the pet, I will use a simple, solid background color. If you wish another figure or a more complicated setting the price of the painting will increase.

Here is Cooper in the best of a few customer photos, He is in natural lighting with good form shadow. To the right is a small painting I made using the photo as a reference.

A fluffy light-colored dog with curly fur looking directly at the camera, positioned indoors with white doors and a maroon Texas A&M wall hanging in the background.

Close-up of a dog painted in an impressionistic style with soft blending of light and dark colors.

A painting of a fluffy Persian cat indoors and staring out a window into strange bluish light.

Simon

Oil painting of cat, gold, yellow , cerulean blue, cream, reddish brown.

A painting of a cat with orange and white fur, green eyes, on a purple background.

‍ Glenda’s Cat

Oil painting of Domestic Shorthair Cat, in orange, white, violet, green

An oil painting of a small, fluffy dog with beige and light brown fur sitting on a surface with a faint background of flowers and sky.

Preston

Oil painting of a small, wiry fur dog in cream, gold, tan, black.

A colorful, abstract painting of a French Bulldog puppy with large, expressive eyes, surrounded by a background of yellow, orange, and green flowers.

Tango

Oil painting of dog, black, pink, white, green, tan.

A small fluffy puppy with curly cream-colored fur standing on a red surface.

Oil painting of poodle dog, deep pink, gold, white, cream.

Blue

A painting of a child with curly hair and a dog, with a red background and plant in the foreground.

His Lucky Dog

Oil painting of dog and owner

A painting of a fluffy white dog, possibly a bichon frise or a samoyed puppy, standing on grass with a blurred background.

Gino the Great

Oil painting of small poodle mix in white, blue, green, gray

Close-up of a painted cat with yellow-green eyes and a pink nose, resting on a cushioned surface with a dark and red background.

Murphy

Oil painting of Maine Coon Cat, in tan, white, black, gold

Close-up of a brown dog with a black collar, standing indoors with a painted or textured background.

Sweetie and Ailis

Oil painting of mare and new foal in brown, tan, cream.

Pet Portrait Order Form /Date: ______________________

Client Information Name: _____________________________________________________ Address: ___________________________________________________ City/State/ZIP: ____________________________________________ Phone: ________________________ Email: _____________________

Pet Information Pet’s name(s): ______________________________________________ Species/Breed/Color/Markings: ________________________________ Age: ______ Sex: ______ Distinguishing features: _______________ Personality/pose preferences: ________________________________ Additional pets included (names): _____________________________

Artwork type: Original oil portrait on linen panel Size (unframed): _____________________________________

Portrait ☐ Landscape Background: ☐ Simple single color ☐ Indoor setting ☐ Outdoor/natural ☐ Custom (describe): ___________________________

Approximate finished dimensions (in inches): __________________

Reference Images-Client will provide high-resolution photos of subject.

Timeline Estimated start date: _______________________________________ Estimated completion date: __________________________________ . Additional fee of $25 for rush service.

Pricing & Payment Total price: $_____________ Deposit (non-refundable): $_____________ (required to secure start date; typically 50%) Balance due on completion before shipping/pickup: $_____________ Payment methods accepted: Cash, Check, Credit Card, ACH. Additional charge : Sales tax (if applicable): $_____________

Client will receive one progress update (photo) at approximately one week for a composition plan with some rough in values. After client approval of the composition the art will

Artist retains copyright to the artwork. Client receives one-time personal use license for reproduction (prints for personal use, social media, private gifts). Artist may photograph and use images of the finished work for portfolio, website, social media, and promotional purposes unless client requests otherwise in writing.

Local pickup available at: ___________________________________ Shipping method and carrier: _________________________________ Artist is not responsible for damage in transit if client. Standard USPS insurance rates apply.

Cancellation & Refunds Deposit is non-refundable except by mutual agreement. If client cancels before work begins, artist will refund any amount received minus administrative fee of $25__. If artist cancels, full refund will be issued. If the artist becomes unable to complete the work due to illness or emergency, client may opt for refund.

Artist will use reasonable care in handling the commissioned work but is not liable for loss or damage beyond the cost of the insurance.

8×10 panel: $180.00 base fee plus other applicable fees.

11×14 panel: . $360.00 base fee plus other applicable fees.

16×20 panel: $720.00base fee plus other applicable fees.

Client confirms all reference images supplied are owned by the client or used with permission. Client indemnifies the artist against any infringement claims.

Acceptance By signing below, client agrees to the terms above, authorizes the artist to begin work upon receipt of the non-refundable deposit, and acknowledges the payment schedule and policies. Client signature: _____________________________________ Date: ___________ Artist signature: _____________________________________ Date: ___________

Contact for Artist (Linda Cowell Fine Art) Artist name: ___Linda Cowell____________________________________ Phone: _________9408593130___________________________________ Email: ____lcowell967@icloud.com_________________________________________

Notes / Special instructions:

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Choose a clear, well-lit image of your pet. I recommend:

A front-facing or three-quarter view of the face
Natural light
Eyes visible and sharp
Minimal obstructions (no hands, leashes, or heavy filters)

Accepted file types: JPG, PNG. Maximum file size: 10 MB.

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Need help choosing a photo? Email your image with any special requests (pose, background color, or style) and I’ll confirm whether it’s suitable.

Thanks! I look forward to hearing from you.