sizes available (additional sizes available)

For the best portrait of your pet, good photographs are crucial.

happy customers and the muse with their portrait :)

Your portrait will be painted directly on aquabord, cradled on 1.5" deep unfinished wood

Aquabord is an archival, acid-free textured clay surface that absorbs watercolors like a fine paper.

Soulful Pet Portraits (Custom Watercolor Paintings) - Nationwide

Member since Sep 2019

Michelle Delanty’s watercolor paintings combine artistic sensitivity with her passion for animals. Today her colorful pet portraits reflect her ability to capture the sensitive nature of animals, and her desire to express the love and depth of their very souls in paint. My body of work, which I call “Soulful Pet Portraits,” reflects my desire to express the inner essence of each of the animals I paint. My fascination with portraying the soul or aura is intimately involved with the palette of colors that I choose to identify each animal, to bring the image of those pets to life. My paintings are created directly out of my belief that the behavior of our domesticated animals is a message to mankind, related to the very essence of unconditional love.

Pricing Packages

4x4

$ 150.00 Per Pet

Looking for a gift for a friend or loved one that won't "break the bank"? Although all pet portraits are priceless, sometimes we are looking for a small gift just to say "thinking of you" or just want to gift someone a little happiness. A 4x4 pet portrait is perfect specifically for those kind gestures! The portrait will be painted on a flat 4x4 Ampersand aquabord. Each portrait is customized for you and will come with an easel for easy display.

6x6

$ 225.00 Per Pet

Your portrait will be painted directly on aquabord, cradled on 1.5" deep unfinished wood. Aquabord is an archival, acid-free textured clay surface that absorbs watercolors like a fine paper. Aquabord allows colors to retain their purity and vibrancy in a way that even the finest watercolor papers can't match. Your portrait will come framed and sealed with a clear archival varnish and can be displayed glass-free, keeping colors and textures true to life! Pricing does not include shipping costs. Local pick-up and delivery options are available!

8x8

$ 350.00 Per Pet

8x10

$ 395.00 Per Pet

9x12

$ 495.00 Per Pet

11x14

$ 695.00 Per Pet

16x20

$ 1200.00 Per Pet

4x4 Pet Portrait

$ 150.00 Per Portrait

How do you serve precious pets?

Pet Portrait Art

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

Cat-astrophes happen! What is your cancellation policy?

Flexible

Which part of the country do you serve pets?

All parts. Michelle can paint any pet located in the United States or abroad.

What year did you begin serving pets?

2018

How did you hone your craft?

Based in San Clemente, CA, Michelle is an artist who received her Fine Arts degree from CSULB. During that time, she also received formal art training in Florence, Italy. Michelle loves the fluidity of watercolor and is her media of choice when creating her customized pet portraits.

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

With unconditional love to give, patience, love and kindness are necessary in any pet's life.

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

Michelle has always had a passion for animals and is honored to bring happiness to others through her pet portraits. Creating a life-long memory of a special pet is a meaningful way to celebrate them in life and remember them always.

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