8x10 Watercolor Custom Portrait - Pet Portrait Artistry - Nationwide
Get an original handpainted watercolor 8x10 portrait of your pet for $80. The portrait price is for one pet. Send me a high-quality photo(s) or your pet's face, with some descriptive info like eye color, breed and personality and I will create a one of a kind handpainted portrait that captures the personality of your pet. The portrait will be painted with watercolor in a classic style with realistic colors and will focus on the pet's face and upper body, with a color background. Please indicate your preferred color for the background. I will choose how the pet will best fit in the dimensions, whether it should be a portrait (8x10) or landscape dimensions (10x8).
I will try my best to answer inquiries in a timely manner. Please keep in mind that I also work full-time during the week, and things come up.
The portrait will be painted on 140lb acid-free watercolor paper. Please note that an 11x14 mat is included. Frames are not included.
Payment will be asked for once I send a watermarked sample of the finished work to you digitally. Upon completion and final approval from you, final payment is expected and I will ship your work via insured, Priority Mail in a flat mailer. Shipping is extra, usually around $7 in continental US. (Please note, completion times vary depending on whether or not I have commissions lined up ahead of you. In general, it takes me 1-3 weeks to complete a portrait.)
Legal stuff: You will retain copyrights to your photos, and by purchasing this item, you give permission to me to create an original work of art based on your photo(s). I retain copyrights to my original work(s) of art. All I ask is for permission to use your photo and my art in future promotional materials, either online or in print. Your portrait likeness will not be sold to others by me.
Prices subject to change (but not while an order is in process).
Pricing Packages
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
Do you offer mobile services?
- No
Which part of the country do you serve pets?
Anywhere continental /;'United States
What year did you begin serving pets?
2020
How did you hone your craft?
I have been painting my whole life, but only recently decided to do pet portraits. I love animals and I enjoy painting pets.
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
Do you offer mobile services?
- No
Which part of the country do you serve pets?
Anywhere continental /;'United States
What year did you begin serving pets?
2020
How did you hone your craft?
I have been painting my whole life, but only recently decided to do pet portraits. I love animals and I enjoy painting pets.
🌟 Michelle Maher: Professional Pet Portrait Artist & Personalized One-of-a-Kind Art
❤️ The Artist’s Vision
Michelle Maher is a professional pet portrait artist dedicated to capturing the unique character of your companions. Serving clients in Manchester VT, and nationwide, Michelle specializes in hand-crafted fine art commissions. Unlike mass-produced prints, every piece from this studio is a one-of-a-kind work of art designed to reflect the soulful connection you share with your pet.
🌿 The Artistry Behind Your Portrait
Custom Hand-Crafted Art: Every commission is a unique collaboration between the artist and the pet parent, ensuring a result as unique as your pet.
Technical Expertise: Michelle Maher brings years of formal artistic training to highlight textures, lighting, and expressions that standard photography misses.
Premium Studio Materials: Utilizing professional-grade paints, pencils, or digital tools to ensure your investment stands the test of time.
Personalized Service: Enjoy a direct 1-on-1 creative process with the artist, from initial concept to the final reveal in Manchester or anywhere in Vermont.
A Lifetime Legacy: Commissioning an artist provides a one-of-a-kind heirloom that honors your pet's life and memory with dignity and grace.
🖼️ Artist Specialty Services
Signature Portraiture: The artist’s primary style, focusing on high-detail facial expressions and life-like accuracy.
Unique Concept Art: Collaborating with Michelle to place your pet in stylized backgrounds or custom settings.
Memorial Artistry: A specialized, sensitive commission process for honoring pets who have passed, providing a beautiful tribute for families in Bennington County and beyond.
🦔 On Michelle Maher's listing page, use Send Message or Get Custom Quote to start a conversation about your one-of-a-kind commission. Michelle can send you a personalized quote through the PetWorks inbox. You'll only pay when you book, and payment is handled securely on PetWorks (Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Apple Pay, Google Pay, Affirm, Link, or Klarna). A 10% Care Coverage fee at checkout gives you access to PetWorks' live Concierge team, full refunds if a booking is canceled through no fault of yours, and help resolving any booking issues — so you can focus on your new artwork with peace of mind.
📌 Tips for a Successful Commission
✅ Direct Communication: Use the PetWorks platform to share your pet's "story" with Michelle so the artwork captures their true spirit.
✅ Quality Reference Material: High-resolution photos allow the artist to see the fine details of the fur and eyes for a more realistic portrait.
✅ Plan for Artistry: Remember that hand-crafted art takes time. Check with Michelle Maher for current studio lead times and shipping schedules from Manchester.
Experience the mastery of a dedicated pet portrait artist. Whether you are in Manchester, Vermont, or anywhere across the country, Michelle Maher is ready to bring your vision to life. Contact Michelle today to discuss your one-of-a-kind commission!
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