Pet Portrait Commissions

  • A custom pet portrait in pen and watercolour

  • Portrait size 5*7 inches

  • Painted on A4 watercolour paper

  • Includes a mat and backing board to fit an A4 frame

  • Frame not included

  • Carefully packaged for pickup/shipping (details confirmed when ordering)

If you are anything like me, your pet isn't just a pet - they are family. I create custom pet portraits in pen and watercolour, designed to capture that little spark in their eyes and the personality you love.

Perfect for birthdays, Christmas, memorial keepsakes, new pet celebrations or just because...

Turn your favourite photo into a keepsake portrait (Pen and Watercolour)

What you will receive

Choose your portrait option

1. Pet portrait (most popular)

A single pet, full of personality.

2. Pets (same artwork)

Perfect for when you have a beautiful photo of your pair of pets.

Photo Tips (for the best results)

Please email me:

  • A clear, well-lit photo with high resolution

  • Eyes in focus, with a glint/reflection in the eye

  • Natural light is best (near a window or outdoors in shade)


Avoid:

  • Heavy filters

  • Photos taken in the dark

  • Tiny distant shots where I can't see the detail

    If you are unsure, send several photos - I'll help you choose. I can do some mock ups and send them to you to show what I am thinking in terms of composition for the portrait.

Pricing and Deposits

1. Single pet portrait $150

2. Double Pets portrait (same artwork, two pets) $200

The pet portraits are supplied with a simple watercolour wash background. If you require a more complex background there would be an additional charge depending on complexity.

To secure your booking please pay for portrait below.

Gift Vouchers

Know someone who would love a portrait of their beloved pet?? A gift voucher is perfect.

Your voucher will include:

  • A gift certificate for a custom pet portrait in pen and watercolour (5*7 inches)

  • Instructions for the recipient on how to redeem their voucher.

To secure your gift voucher please purchase Gift Voucher below.

Pet Portraits

Double Pet Portrait

Your payment confirms and completes your commission booking.
When you complete your purchase, you are paying the full price for your custom double pet portrait and this secures your place in my schedule.

After your order, I’ll be in touch by email to:

  • request your favourite pet photos and any reference details

  • confirm colours, composition, and any special requests

  • advise an estimated timeframe for completion

What this means:

✔️ You pay the full amount up front (no further balance to pay later)
✔️ Your portrait is scheduled as soon as payment is received
✔️ I will email you to collect reference photos and details

Each portrait is hand-drawn in pen and watercolour with care to capture your pet’s unique personality.

$200.00

Give a truly special gift — a custom hand-drawn portrait celebrating two beloved pets together in one artwork.

This digital gift voucher entitles the recipient to a double pet portrait created from one reference photograph showing both pets, hand-drawn in pen and watercolour, by artist Karen Piercy.

What’s included

  • Custom double pet portrait (two pets in a single artwork)

  • Pen and watercolour on quality watercolour paper

  • Artwork size: 5 × 7 inches, presented with a mat to fit an A4 frame

  • Carefully finished to capture each pet’s unique personality

  • Frame not included

How it works

  1. Purchase this voucher (full payment is taken at checkout)

  2. The voucher is emailed instantly as a printable digital file to you

  3. The recipient redeems their voucher by emailing karen@karenpiercyart.com with:

    • their voucher

    • the order number and your name

    • a clear reference photo showing both pets together

  4. I’ll confirm details and provide an estimated completion timeframe

Important information

  • This is a digital product — no physical item will be posted

  • The portrait is created once the voucher is redeemed

  • Both pets must appear in the same reference photo

  • Suitable for cats, dogs, or other companion animals

  • Voucher is valid for 12 months from date of purchase

A thoughtful and personal gift for families who share their lives with more than one treasured companion.

$200.00

Give the gift of a beautifully hand-drawn pet portrait — a meaningful keepsake for any animal lover.

This digital gift voucher entitles the recipient to a custom pen and watercolour portrait of one pet, created by artist, Karen Piercy from a supplied photograph.

What’s included

  • Custom hand-drawn single pet portrait

  • Pen and watercolour on quality watercolour paper

  • Artwork size: 5 × 7 inches, presented with a mat to fit an A4 frame

  • Carefully finished to capture your pet’s unique personality

  • Frame not included

How it works

  1. Purchase this voucher (full payment is taken at checkout)

  2. The voucher is emailed instantly as a printable digital file to you

  3. The recipient redeems their voucher by emailing karen@karenpiercyart.com with:

    • their voucher

    • the order number and your name

    • a clear reference photo of their pet

  4. I’ll confirm details and provide an estimated completion timeframe

Important information

  • This is a digital product — no physical item will be posted

  • The portrait is created once the voucher is redeemed

  • Suitable for cats, dogs, or other companion animals

  • Voucher is valid for 12 months from date of purchase

A thoughtful and personal gift — perfect for birthdays, Christmas, memorials, or “just because”.

$150.00
Create my Custom Pet Portrait

Your payment confirms and completes your commission booking.
When you complete your purchase, you are paying the full price for your custom pet portrait and this secures your place in my schedule.

After your order, I’ll be in touch by email to:

  • request your favourite pet photos and any reference details

  • confirm colours, composition, and any special requests

  • advise an estimated timeframe for completion

What this means:

✔️ You pay the full amount up front (no further balance to pay later)
✔️ Your portrait is scheduled as soon as payment is received
✔️ I will email you to collect reference photos and details

Each portrait is hand-drawn in pen and watercolour with care to capture your pet’s unique personality.

from $150.00

What People Are Saying

Leo and Finn

”Oh wow, it's perfect!! The detail in their faces is spot on. Thank you so much! This will be very special to hang on our wall!”

Jasmine Economu

Simba

“Wow it’s gorgeous!”

Michele Wilson

“Oh wow!! Amazing. I’m crying right now. She looks so great.”

Renee Santos