What photographs work best?

Clear, well-lit pictures taken at your pet. A few different angles help Keith capture their character.

Can you paint a pet that has passed away?

Yes. In memoriam portraits, painted from any photographs you have.

Can more than one pet be in the same picture?

Yes. Several pets can be painted together, as some of the portraits on this page show.

How long does it take, and how much does it cost?

Completion times vary according to the size and complexity of the work and Keith's current commissions. An estimated timescale will be agreed with you when we discuss your commission.

Pet Portraits

Pet Portraits from Your Photographs

Like good pictures of humans, pet portraits are appreciated as family heirlooms for many years to come. In memoriam portraits a speciality.

Watercolour pet portrait of two dogs resting on a red cushion — **Companions***Watercolour*

Watercolour portrait of Tink, a tabby and white cat — **Tink***Watercolour*

Watercolour portrait of two boxer dogs against a blue background — **Rowdy & Disco***Watercolour*

Dogs, cats, horses and every kind of much-loved companion: Keith Linsell has been painting pet portraits for over 50 years. Working in watercolour from your photographs, he captures the details owners know best: the tilt of an ear, the colour of an eye, a favourite way of lying.

Watercolour portrait of a brindle whippet wearing a red collar — **Brindle Whippet***Watercolour*

Watercolour portrait of a Labrador lying with a tabby cat — **Best Friends***Watercolour*

Watercolour portrait of a black and tan lurcher — **Lurcher***Watercolour*

A pet portrait makes a wonderful present for birthdays, Christmas and anniversaries, and becomes a family heirloom. One pet or several can be painted together in the same picture.

Watercolour portrait of three Samoyeds, a dog and a tabby cat — **The Family Pack***Watercolour*

Watercolour portrait of three spaniel puppies — **Three Tired Pups***Watercolour*

How a Pet Portrait Commission Works

1Send your photographsA few clear, well lit pictures of your pet.

2Agree the detailsSize and price, before any work begins.

3Collect your portraitTimescales are agreed individually for each commission.

Watercolour portrait of a palomino horse in a bridle — **Bambi***Watercolour*

Pencil and watercolour portrait of a British bulldog sitting — **British Bulldog***Pencil and watercolour*

Watercolour portrait of Smarty, a tan and white dog lying down — **Smarty***Watercolour*

In Memoriam

Portraits of pets that have passed away, painted from treasured photographs, are a speciality. Even an old or faded print can become a lasting keepsake.

Watercolour portrait of a black and white cat — **Black and White Cat***Watercolour*

Sepia portrait of a tabby cat — **Tabby in Sepia***Single-colour watercolour*

Watercolour portrait of a border collie lying down — **Border Collie***Watercolour*

Every portrait on this page was painted to commission, for owners who wanted a lasting picture of a much-loved friend.

What photographs work best?: Clear, well-lit pictures taken at your pet. A few different angles help Keith capture their character.
Can you paint a pet that has passed away?: Yes. In memoriam portraits, painted from any photographs you have.
Can more than one pet be in the same picture?: Yes. Several pets can be painted together, as some of the portraits on this page show.
How long does it take, and how much does it cost?: Completion times vary according to the size and complexity of the work and Keith's current commissions. An estimated timescale will be agreed with you when we discuss your commission.

A pet portrait is painted from your own photographs. Send a few clear, well-lit pictures and Keith will discuss size and price.

Enquire about a pet portrait View the Portraits gallery

Pet Portraits from Your Photographs

How a Pet Portrait Commission Works

In Memoriam

Frequently Asked Questions