• A detailed coloured pencil drawing of a small white and brown dog with large dark eyes, sitting on a plain white background.
  • A close-up portrait illustration of a dachshund dog's face and upper chest, rendered in brown, black, white, and tan tones on a plain light background.
  • A painted portrait of a brown dog with floppy ears, a pink tongue, and a red bow around its neck, shown on a plain white background.
  • A close-up colored pencil drawing of a smiling Golden Retriever dog on a white background, with the dog's face, fur, and collar tags visible.
  • A black and white pencil drawing of a fluffy cat with bright white eyes on a textured white paper background.
  • A black and white pencil-style drawing of a curly-haired dog, likely a poodle, centred on a plain white background.
  • Hand-drawn black Standard Poodle pet portrait in graphite pencil, an example of a bespoke dog portrait by Lily Clare Art & Design.
  • A black and white pencil sketch of a pitbull-type dog wearing a striped vest and bow tie, drawn on a plain white background.
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Lily Clare Art and Design

Bespoke Pet Portrait Commissions | Hand Drawn & Watercolour Pet Portraits by Lily Clare

Bespoke Pet Portrait Commissions | Hand Drawn & Watercolour Pet Portraits by Lily Clare

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Celebrate the Pet Who Holds Your Heart

Every pet has a story, a personality and a place in our hearts that deserves to be remembered. My bespoke pet portraits are carefully created to capture far more than a likeness—they celebrate the character, spirit and unique bond you share.

Working from your favourite photographs, I create beautifully detailed portraits using traditional watercolour, graphite and coloured pencil techniques. Whether it's the sparkle in their eyes, a favourite head tilt or that unmistakable expression that always makes you smile, every commission is created with patience, care and meticulous attention to detail.

From playful puppies and loyal companions to cherished memorial portraits, each artwork is completely individual and created to become a treasured keepsake for generations.

Unlike digitally generated artwork, every portrait is entirely hand drawn and hand painted using professional artist-grade materials on archival-quality paper, ensuring your pet is honoured in a truly unique piece of original art.

What's Included

  • A completely bespoke portrait created from your photographs
  • Hand drawn and painted using traditional techniques
  • Watercolour, Graphite, coloured pencil and/or pen and ink
  • Professional archival-quality paper
  • Signed original artwork
  • Finished art will be supplied in a mount ready for framing
  • Personal consultation before work begins
  • Client to supply good quality sharp photographs
  • Progress updates throughout the process
  • Carefully packaged for safe delivery
  • Every purchase supports The Art of Giving

Available Commission Options

  • Dogs
  • Cats
  • Horses
  • Rabbits
  • Birds
  • Small pets
  • Wildlife-inspired companion portraits
  • Memorial portraits
  • Multi-pet portraits - an additional fee maybe applied. Please email for a quote.
  • Family pet portraits

Available in a range of sizes to suit your home and budget.

The Commission Process

1. Place your order and get in touch
Contact me to discuss your ideas and preferred style.

2. Send Your Photos
Email your favourite high-quality photographs. I'll happily advise which images work best.

3. Approve the Composition
We'll discuss the pose, cropping and any special details you'd like included.

4. Your Portrait Begins
Your artwork is created entirely by hand using traditional techniques.

5. Draft for Approval
Once I feel I have captured your pet and matched the expectations of your brief, I will send you some pictures of the progress of your portrait. I will happily take on board any requests for change, provided they are achievable with the reference I have to work from.

5. Carefully Packaged & Delivered
Your finished portrait is beautifully wrapped and safely delivered, ready to treasure.

NOTE
The art is either A5 or A4. Once they are finished in a mount they will be larger.
A5 - 210 x 297mm finished size
A4 - 297 x 420mm finished size
A3 - 440 x 570mm finished size
A2 - 594 x 841 mm finished size

Perfect For

  • Birthday gifts
  • Christmas gifts
  • Wedding gifts
  • Anniversary presents
  • New puppy celebrations
  • Pet memorials
  • Retirement gifts
  • Dog and cat lovers
  • Animal lovers
  • A lasting family keepsake

Why Choose a Lily Clare Pet Portrait?

  • 100% hand drawn and hand painted
  • No AI or digital filters
  • Created with exceptional attention to detail
  • Captures personality, not just appearance
  • Professional artist-quality materials
  • One-of-a-kind heirloom artwork
  • Personal, collaborative commission process

Copyright Notice: All artwork and designs remain the copyright of Lily Clare Art & Design. Purchasing artwork does not transfer copyright or reproduction rights.

 

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