Springfield Illinois - Custom Watercolor Pet Portraits - Nationwide
Bright, vivid, hand-painted, hand-drawn watercolor portrait of your pet. I work with you using photos of your critter. We work together to pic the right size, background, details, personality.
I am a Mid-Western girl. I have been drawing and painting since birth. Animals are my love. They are all special and deserve to be remembered in a special way.
Portraits are painted on either the traditional watercolor paper or more modern watercolor canvas. Price is same either way.
I will paint ANY animal (real or fantasy)! Pricing will vary depending on complexity of painting
EX:
Dogs, Cats, Horses, Birds, Lizards (5 x 7 - $75, 8 x 10 - $150, 11 x 14 - $250, 16 x 20 - $450)
Gerbils, Mice, Fish (5 x 7 - $50, 8 x 10 - $97, 11 x 14 - $150, 16 x 20 - $300)
Let's talk! We can find the best solution for you!
Christy Freeman Stark - artist
Please contact and book me on PetWorks. Thank you.
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Pricing Packages
8 x 10 portrait of your pet on watercolor paper. Most popular size! Head and Shoulders preferred, but send me you photos and we can see what will make the best pose to bring out your pet's personality.
8" x 10" x 3/4" Watercolor Canvas - modern, full of color, ready to hang. I seal these with a clear lacquer for protection. These are more vivid as I use liquid acrylics in a watercolor style. Just email me your photo to get started!
Another Popular option - 11" x 14" x 3/4" Watercolor Canvas, sealed with lacquer, ready to hang. Just send in photos to get the process started!
Nice, standard size Canvas, hand drawn/ painted with liquid acrylics in a watercolor, splashy style. Ready to hang without a frame (or you can pop a frame on if desired). Just send photo to get started!
5" x 7" Custom painting of your pet on watercolor paper. You send me a photo, I paint - by hand - a watercolor portrait (head & shoulders). I can adjust ears, collar, add name, etc. Just let me know!
How do you serve precious pets?
- Custom Pet Portraits
- Animal Portraits
- 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
Do you offer mobile services?
- No
Which part of the country do you serve pets?
Worldwide
What year did you begin serving pets?
2004
How did you hone your craft?
Living. Painting. Sharing.
What tip would you give pet parents for working with animals that you've learned as a pro?
Snap lots of photos. Pic 3 or 4 that you LOVE. Send them to me.
What is one thing you want pet parents to know about you? It can be whatev-fur you'd like!
I see color where most people don't. I feel like the animal's spirit shines through my paintings.
Distinction
Customer Reviews
Christy completed two paintings for me and they were absolutely perfect. There was not a dry eye Christmas morning when they were unwrapped. Highly recommend her, easy to communicate with, and the end result spoke for itself.
- Jeannie PChristy's art is beautiful and timeless. Her commissioned pieces of pets are treasures!
- Janet BHer pet portraiture is beautiful and amazing!
- Oscar DShe painted beautiful portraits of my Spot, Tulip & Lucinda. I'm happy every time I walk past them! highly recommend!
- Meaghan TChristy is great, and does amazing work! We may have to get a second painting done by her at some point, because of how happy we are with the one she just completed of our dog.
- Rachel BShe loved it so much! Thank you so much for accommodating me and painting the wonderful picture. It was a pleasure.
- Sean BHow do you serve precious pets?
- Custom Pet Portraits
- Animal Portraits
- 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
Do you offer mobile services?
- No
Which part of the country do you serve pets?
Worldwide
What year did you begin serving pets?
2004
How did you hone your craft?
Living. Painting. Sharing.
What tip would you give pet parents for working with animals that you've learned as a pro?
Snap lots of photos. Pic 3 or 4 that you LOVE. Send them to me.
What is one thing you want pet parents to know about you? It can be whatev-fur you'd like!
I see color where most people don't. I feel like the animal's spirit shines through my paintings.
Customer Reviews
Christy completed two paintings for me and they were absolutely perfect. There was not a dry eye Christmas morning when they were unwrapped. Highly recommend her, easy to communicate with, and the end result spoke for itself.
- Jeannie PChristy's art is beautiful and timeless. Her commissioned pieces of pets are treasures!
- Janet BHer pet portraiture is beautiful and amazing!
- Oscar DShe painted beautiful portraits of my Spot, Tulip & Lucinda. I'm happy every time I walk past them! highly recommend!
- Meaghan TChristy is great, and does amazing work! We may have to get a second painting done by her at some point, because of how happy we are with the one she just completed of our dog.
- Rachel BShe loved it so much! Thank you so much for accommodating me and painting the wonderful picture. It was a pleasure.
- Sean B🦔 About Christina
Christina Stark offers custom pet portraits in Springfield, IL — personalized artwork painted or illustrated from your favorite photos, commissioned entirely online and delivered to your door anywhere in the United States. Whether you're looking for a lifelike oil painting, a vibrant watercolor, or a stylized digital illustration, Christina works with you to create a one-of-a-kind portrait that captures your pet's personality and spirit.
Serving Springfield, Sangamon County & Beyond
Christina Stark provides custom pet portrait services to clients in Springfield, Sangamon County, and surrounding areas including Decatur, Chatham, Taylorville, Jacksonville, Lincoln, Clinton, Auburn, Mount Zion, Riverton, Sherman — and accepts commissions from anywhere in the United States and beyond. Check Christina's profile for current availability, pricing, and portfolio examples.
How to Find & Book Christina on PetWorks
You can find and book Christina on PetWorks by browsing the Custom Pet Portraits category or searching directly by name. On Christina's listing, use Book Now for instant checkout, or Send Message to start a conversation about your project. Christina can discuss your vision, preferred style, size, and medium before you commit. 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 pet with complete peace of mind.
What to Expect
Commissioning a custom pet portrait is a personal and meaningful experience. Christina Stark takes that seriously — from the first message to the final delivery, expect clear communication, thoughtful attention to detail, and a collaborative process that ensures the finished portrait is everything you hoped for. You'll have the opportunity to review a draft and request any revisions before the piece is finalized.
Get Started Today
To get started, send Christina a message to discuss your pet, your vision, and your timeline. Once you're ready, book and pay securely through PetWorks.
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