The Other Family Member - Pet Portrait Artist - Nationwide

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I love painting portraits of Peeps and Pups! Pet owners know that their other family member is special and enjoy finding ways to record memories throughout their lives. Just as people have hundreds of expressions, so do pets. You know all the little things that make your loved one special and unique such as a tilt of the head, wrinkle of the forehead, or perk of an ear and I enjoy capturing those subtle nuances that you love so much. I enjoy painting unique animals as well such as chickens and rabbits and look forward to exploring the animal kingdom even more. Most often, however, cats and dogs are requested. I paint mainly from photo, but if local, would love to meet your other family member! Please contact and book me on Petworks. Thank you.

Pricing Packages

oil portraits on canvas or board
$ 0.00 Per 15 minutes book

Standard charge is $2.00 per square inch (example: 10 X 10 canvas = $200) for a single subject. Extra charge for each additional subject on a single canvas ( example, 2 dogs = $75.00; 3 dogs = $150 extra). Will not paint on a size less than 10 X 10 due to inability to represent the subject well in a smaller format. Frame not included. Shipping to be added to final cost.

How do you serve precious pets?

  • Pet Portrait Art
  • Custom Pet Portraits
  • Animal Portraits

What part of the animal kingdom do you serve?

  • Alpacas
  • Birds
  • Cats
  • Chickens
  • Chinchillas
  • Dogs
  • Ducks
  • Ferrets
  • Fish
  • Frogs
  • Gerbils
  • Goats
  • Guinea Pigs
  • Hamsters
  • Hedgehogs
  • Horses
  • Lizards
  • Mice
  • Parrots
  • Rabbits
  • Rats
  • Snakes
  • Turtles

On a scale of snail to elephant, what size animals do you work with?

  • 20-39 lbs
  • 40-79 lbs
  • 80+ lbs
  • under 20 lbs

What year did you begin serving pets?

2016

What is one thing you want pet parents to know about you? It can be whatev-fur you'd like!

I will happily paint any animal, reptile or insect, but not arachnids!

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susan cartledge

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BASED IN Apex, NC

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How do you serve precious pets?

  • Pet Portrait Art
  • Custom Pet Portraits
  • Animal Portraits

What part of the animal kingdom do you serve?

  • Alpacas
  • Birds
  • Cats
  • Chickens
  • Chinchillas
  • Dogs
  • Ducks
  • Ferrets
  • Fish
  • Frogs
  • Gerbils
  • Goats
  • Guinea Pigs
  • Hamsters
  • Hedgehogs
  • Horses
  • Lizards
  • Mice
  • Parrots
  • Rabbits
  • Rats
  • Snakes
  • Turtles

On a scale of snail to elephant, what size animals do you work with?

  • 20-39 lbs
  • 40-79 lbs
  • 80+ lbs
  • under 20 lbs

What year did you begin serving pets?

2016

What is one thing you want pet parents to know about you? It can be whatev-fur you'd like!

I will happily paint any animal, reptile or insect, but not arachnids!

🌟 Susan Cartledge – A Premier Pet Portrait Artist


πŸ’– Hand-Painted Custom Portraits That Celebrate Your Pet

Susan specializes in creating portraits that capture the heart, charm, and unique personality of your pet. Every piece is carefully crafted to become a cherished keepsake...from lifelike paintings to bold, colorful, or stylized artwork that truly honors your furry friend.


🌿 Why Book Susan

Preserve your pet's spirit in a personalized portrait

Perfect for gifts, memorials, or home display

Choose style, size, and medium to match your vision

Professionally painted or digitally rendered

Commissionable from anywhere in the U.S. or abroad


πŸ–ŒοΈ Portrait Styles & Options

Realistic, stylized, or illustrative

Watercolor, oil, acrylic, or digital mediums

Single-pet or multi-pet compositions

Custom backgrounds, colors, and themes


🧾 How It Works

Browse Susan’s portfolio

Book the artist to start your project

Upload photos of your pet

Select style, size, and medium

Review drafts and approve

Receive your finished portrait


πŸ“Œ Tips for a Great Portrait

βœ… Provide clear, high-quality photos of your beloved pet
βœ… Discuss style preferences and backgrounds with Susan
βœ… Allow time for gifts or special occasions
βœ… Include details that make the portrait uniquely yours


Connect with Susan today and commission a custom portrait that celebrates your pet. Based in Apex, Wake County, North Carolina, Susan can create your portrait from anywhere in the United States or abroad!