Tif Choate - Pet Portrait Artist - Nationwide

Member since Dec 2019

Not your ordinary pet portrait artist, Tif Choate, of Snail Candy Art Studio, is known for her colorful mosaic style of painting that delights her clients. She truly captures the energy and spirit of her subjects, using a full-color palette. You’ll love how she recreates your dogs, cats, or any pets you may have, into a vivid masterpiece you’ll be proud to show off.

Portraits start at $375 for a 12”x12” canvas, or choose up to 36” x 48”-whatever fits your space and budget.

Common sizes In inches & prices:
20x20 - $725
18x24 - $800
24x30 - $1030
36x36 - $1725
Other sizes available.

Message us for other sizes and more details. Will ship anywhere in the US. Process times usually 6-8 weeks from the start date, depending on schedule.

Let Tif and Snail Candy Art Studio honor your fur baby and create beautiful & loved artwork for you. More info? Go to SnailCandy.com or our instagram @Snail.Candy.Arts

Pricing Packages

Starting Price, 12 x 12 inches
$ 375.00 Per Portrait

Prices vary according to the dive of canvas. See my general description for more details.

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

Without pet parents, Petworks wouldn't exist. What discount do you offer our dedicated members? (e.g. 20% off their first session, etc.)

10% off for 1st time customers

Which part of the country do you serve pets?

USA

What year did you begin serving pets?

2017

How did you hone your craft?

Fine art professional for 25+ years

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

Take great photos you’ll always be glad. Plus it’s best for me to make an amazing portrait with great references.

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

I’m an animal lover myself and when preparing for a portrait painting I like to get to know my clients so I understand their special relationships with their loved animals. I consider all my clients like family.

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BASED IN Lafayette, CO

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

Without pet parents, Petworks wouldn't exist. What discount do you offer our dedicated members? (e.g. 20% off their first session, etc.)

10% off for 1st time customers

Which part of the country do you serve pets?

USA

What year did you begin serving pets?

2017

How did you hone your craft?

Fine art professional for 25+ years

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

Take great photos you’ll always be glad. Plus it’s best for me to make an amazing portrait with great references.

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

I’m an animal lover myself and when preparing for a portrait painting I like to get to know my clients so I understand their special relationships with their loved animals. I consider all my clients like family.

🌟 Tif Choate – A Premier Pet Portrait Artist


💖 Hand-Painted Custom Portraits That Celebrate Your Pet

Tif 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 Tif

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


🖌️ 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 Tif’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


📌 Tips for a Great Portrait

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


Connect with Tif today and commission a custom portrait that celebrates your pet. Based in Lafayette, Boulder County, Colorado, Tif can create your portrait from anywhere in the United States or abroad!