My Animal Art - Pet Portrait Artist Amanda Moeckel - Nationwide

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I've been doing pet portraits since 2001, and offer a style for every budget. Whichever style you choose, I work with you to pick the best photo(s) to use as reference. You'll have a chance to review sketches, composition and/or process photos. Most importantly, I'll work on your portrait until you're happy!

I hold a Master's Degree in Fine Art from School of Visual Arts. I have done over 500 pet portraits and have many repeat clients. I am a lifelong animal protection activist and often donate artwork to animal charities.

STYLES:
Technicolor, $89+
Technicolor on Wood, $119+
Mixed Media, $175+
Charcoal, $175+
Sanguine, $175+
With Their Human (Drawing) $285+
Traditional, $325+
Extreme Close-Up, $285+
Paint & Glitter, $335+
In Their Room If They Were Human, $350+
Rainbow Bridge, $395+
With Their Human (Painting), $515+

Please contact and book me on Petworks. Thank You.

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Pricing Packages

Pet Portrait Starting Price For a 5X7 Watercolor
$ 89.00 Per Portrait book

The $89 portrait is high-saturation watercolor on 5x7 archival hot press paper.

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?

  • Yes

Which part of the country do you serve pets?

Worldwide

What year did you begin serving pets?

2001

How did you hone your craft?

MFA, School of Visual Arts, NYC, 2015

What tip would you give pet parents for working with animals that you've learned as a pro?

Take lots of photos! Natural lighting is best for portraits.

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

I have three small senior dogs, and a toddler who has learned the word "gentle."

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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

Do you offer mobile services?

  • Yes

Which part of the country do you serve pets?

Worldwide

What year did you begin serving pets?

2001

How did you hone your craft?

MFA, School of Visual Arts, NYC, 2015

What tip would you give pet parents for working with animals that you've learned as a pro?

Take lots of photos! Natural lighting is best for portraits.

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

I have three small senior dogs, and a toddler who has learned the word "gentle."

🌟 Amanda Moeckel: Professional Pet Portrait Artist & Personalized One-of-a-Kind Art


❤️ The Artist’s Vision


Amanda Moeckel is a professional pet portrait artist dedicated to capturing the unique character of your companions. Serving clients in New York NY, and nationwide, Amanda 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: Amanda Moeckel 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 New York or anywhere in New York.

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 Amanda 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 New York County and beyond.


🦔 On Amanda Moeckel's listing page, use Send Message or Get Custom Quote to start a conversation about your one-of-a-kind commission. Amanda 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 Amanda 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 Amanda Moeckel for current studio lead times and shipping schedules from New York.


Experience the mastery of a dedicated pet portrait artist. Whether you are in New York, New York, or anywhere across the country, Amanda Moeckel is ready to bring your vision to life. Contact Amanda today to discuss your one-of-a-kind commission!