Custom Pet Portraits in Oils or Acrylics by Linda S. Marino

My love for painting pets started when my kids and our family dog  were young and all I had time for were quick sketches in watercolor and pencil as they snuggled up on the couch together.  My skills grew and as I moved into painting with oils, I found that love for capturing the soulful eyes of adorable pets has become... well a passion for me.

Custom Pet Portraits make the best gifts!

"Nigel" Beagle, oil on canvas, 8 x 10 in. commissioned

Eustace, beagle, pet portrait commission, 8 x 10, oil

Wouldn't you love a cherished memory painting of your pet?

After creating 100+ pet portraits over the past 10 years, one of the most often comments I hear is: 

"It made me cry!"  A good cry. Why? Because a hand-painted pet portrait  can touch the heart in the deepest way. Sometimes when words can't express the love we have for our pets, a beautiful painting that captures their likeness and personality will become a cherished treasure that will last a life time! Commission your pet portrait today!

See details about commissioning a pet portrait below

gift certificates are available 

Rosie

Photo of Rosie

Dolly

Work in progress, Dolly

Snickers

photo reference of Snickers

Snickers, oil

"Linda’s incredible and talented eye for perfection came out in our pet portrait of our Golden Retriever “Snickers”. Snick was an active friend and loved to swim. Towards the end of her life she slowed down alot. One of her favorite hobbies in the summertime was to sprawl out on her raft and float around in our pool. What a life she had! Linda was able to capture everything from the stone work and the Mandevilla plants around the pool to the shadows in the water. Even the sunlight on Snick’s face was spot-on! It is never easy to say goodbye to a dear friend. Linda’s pet portrait of our Snickers keeps her presence with us everyday. " Karen Hickey

Hannah

Hannah

China

photo reference of China

How to Order a Custom Pet Portrait

My girl Kisses

How to Order a Custom Pet Portrait

Step 1: It's best to contact me  by email  linda@lindasmarinoart.com or by phone 203-444-5705.

Step 2: Email  5 to 10 photos of your pet. They don’t have to be professional just good quality digital photos or prints will do. See below Tips for Photographing Your Pet

Step 3:  Together we can decide on which pose or photo will work best to capture the "essence" of your pet. We'll determine the best size  and canvas. A 50% deposit and commission contract is required to begin the painting.
 
Step 4: The fun begins! I will send you progress photos of the painting and when I am close to completion I will email a picture of the portraits for your approval.

Step 5: After the painting is thoroughly dry, I will then varnish and carefully wrap for shipping or delivery. Most paintings are shipped through UPS with insurance and tracking information will be provided to you. Final payment is due at the time of completion, prior to shipping.

DAY OF ARRIVAL!
Time to celebrate and enjoy your cherished memory painting... forever!


Framing Options are available.

Friendly Companion, acrylic, sold

While painting at a plein air workshop on the Thimble Islands, I snapped a photo of my dear friend Charlotte. She along with several other artists were soaking in the summer day while  this  friendly pup would  playfully darted around from painter to painter.

Veronica and Bear

Pricing and Sizes

Artists Sunday OFFER! Free Shipping in the US or Free delivery in Connecticut - 
Until Sunday November 29th, 2020

•  one pet in picture  
• unframed
• tax not included  ​

Small Paintings
8 x 8 in. or  8 x 10 in.    $450

Medium Paintings
 12 x 12 in. or  12 x 16 in.  $650
16 x 20 in. or 16 x 16 in.  $950
18 x 24 in. or 18 x 18 in.  $1600

Large Paintings
​24 x 30 in. or 24 x 24 in.  $2500
24 x 36 in. or 36 x 36 in.  $3000
48 x 60 in. or 48 x 48 in. $4000

For  custom sizes or multiple pets and people in photo/painting
please contact me for an estimate.

Kate and Allie

Griswold

Griswold at the Beach, oil, sold

Bruiser and Ryleigh

Bruiser and Ryleigh

Bella

Bella

photo reference and work in progress of Bella painting

Chip

Chip

Commissioned by Jean M. and her family, their sweet chocolate lab "Chip"

"I can't tell you how happy I am with this painting!"

Max

photo of Max

Max

Dakota

Dakota

Angel

Angel, oil

 Jac- our cat

Jac the Cat, acrylic

Allison's Valentine's Day Gift

Allison's Valentine's Day Gift

Mia

Mia - oil

A sweet note about Mia's portrait: 

"Thank you so very much, Linda! I am still crying over this. You have no idea how perfect the timing was for this gift. I have been praying to the Holy Spirit and have not been let down once. It is like you heard us, and that not only amazes me, but just strengthens my faith in our Lord and what is possible when you are open to His blessings. It's one thing to have a talent, but when you share that talent with someone and it lifts them up in the way it has lifted me, I am just left speechless. Please know this is one of the most precious gifts I have ever received. I can't wait for Tony and Hayley to come home to see it. Marissa was blown away. I am going to post a picture of the photo and the painting as soon as I can...hopefully tomorrow. Thank you again, and I pray that our Lord blesses you for doing such a beautiful act of kindness this holiday season."  - Lisa C.

Apollo

Apollo for Deb and Jim Kerr
"We absolutely love this painting, Linda. You really captured the essence of Apollo. He loves hiking and being in the mountains. The photo this is based on was taken on what was probably his last big hike. He's 15 now and doesn't have the strength in his legs to get up the mountains anymore. This is how we'll remember him long after he's gone. King of all that he surveys..."
Jim Kerr

Colt

Colt, oil, sold

photo of Colt

Harley

Harley, oil

photo of Harley

Dexter

photo of Dexter

Dexter, oil

Lola Bacon

Brandy

Lucky

Lucky, acrylic, sold

photo of Lucky

Bailey

Kokomo

Razzle

Charlie

Charlie, oil, sold

Marnie

Tips on Photographing your Pet

1. Take plenty of photos. It's best to see your pet from different angles.

2. Use natural light, preferable outdoors without a flash. The flash will distort the shape of the eyes and dull the fur. Interior lamp lighting can make the fur look very yellow.

3. Take a few photos from different perspectives. i.e. looking down, at eye level and side portrait.

4. A few close-ups and full body (not cropping off legs or ears).

Remember the better the quality of photo the less guesswork when painting.

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