A Real Oil Painting of Your Dog
A custom pet portrait should feel like an object with presence — not just another image on a screen. My portraits are painted in traditional oil paint on canvas or panel, using your photos as reference while keeping the final work painterly, atmospheric and alive.
This is not a digital portrait, not AI-generated art and not a printed reproduction. It is a one-of-a-kind original oil painting, made by hand and signed by the artist.
More Than a Likeness
A good pet portrait is not only about copying a photo. I look for the small things that make the animal recognizable: the shape of the head, the eyes, the posture, the softness or stubbornness of the expression, the way the light touches the fur.
The portrait can be calm, elegant and simple, or more painterly and expressive, depending on the photo and the character of the animal. I prefer portraits that feel natural rather than overly polished — paintings with warmth, texture and life.
Why Commission a Pet Portrait from Andrea Bocedi?
I am an Italian-Polish oil painter focused on atmosphere, light and the emotional presence of a subject. My landscape paintings often deal with memory, silence and the feeling of a place — and I bring the same sensitivity to portraits of animals.
A dog portrait is not only a likeness. It is a way of preserving a companion’s character in a physical, lasting form: oil paint, brushwork, surface, colour and presence.
Custom Dog & Pet Portraits in Oil
Turn your dog into a real hand-painted oil portrait — created from your photo, signed by the artist, and made as a lasting original artwork.
I paint custom pet portraits in oil for people who want more than a digital image, a print or a quick illustration. Each portrait is painted by hand, with attention to the animal’s character, gaze, expression and presence.
Whether it is a beloved dog, a cat, or another companion animal, the goal is to create a painting that feels personal, warm and alive — a quiet artwork you can keep, frame and live with for years.
How It Works
1. Send Your Photos
Send one or several clear photos of your dog or pet. Natural light is best. I can help choose the strongest reference for the portrait.
2. We Confirm the Portrait
I confirm the format, composition, background and general mood of the painting before starting. A deposit is required to reserve the commission.
3. I Paint the Portrait in Oil
The portrait is painted by hand in oil, with visible brushwork, colour and texture. Each work is an original painting, not a print.
4. You Receive the Finished Artwork
The painting is signed, carefully packed and shipped from Poland / European Union. Framing is not included unless agreed separately.
What Kind of Photo Should You Send?
The best reference photos are clear, sharp and taken in natural light. The animal’s eyes and face should be visible, because this is usually where the character of the portrait lives.
- Natural daylight is better than flash.
- Photos taken at the animal’s eye level usually work best.
- A calm pose, expressive look or strong silhouette can make a better painting.
- You can send several photos and I will help choose the strongest one.
Submit your photos:
Pet Portrait Prices
Prices depend on the size, complexity and number of animals in the painting. A single pet portrait starts from:
25 × 30 cm
From €230 / $250
Original oil painting of one dog or pet, painted from your photo.
Larger formats, multiple animals, more detailed backgrounds or special compositions are priced individually. If you are not sure which size to choose, send me the photo and I will suggest the best option.
See my process here:
Pet Portrait Commission FAQ
Is the portrait painted by hand?
Yes. Each portrait is an original oil painting painted by hand. It is not digital art, not AI-generated and not a print.
Can you paint from a photo?
Yes. I paint pet portraits from photos. Clear reference photos in natural light work best, but you can send several images and I will help choose the strongest one.
Can you paint more than one dog?
Yes, but portraits with two or more animals are priced individually depending on the size and complexity.
How long does a custom pet portrait take?
The exact time depends on the size, current waiting list and drying time of the oil paint. Most small portraits are usually completed within a few weeks.
Is the painting framed?
No. Portraits are sold unframed unless framing is agreed separately before the commission begins.
Do you ship internationally?
Yes. Paintings are carefully packed and shipped from Poland / European Union. Shipping cost depends on the destination and size of the artwork.
Do I need to pay a deposit?
Yes. A non-refundable deposit is required to reserve the commission and begin the painting.
Custom Dog & Pet Portraits in Oil
Turn your dog into a real hand-painted oil portrait — created from your photo, signed by the artist, and made as a lasting original artwork.
I paint custom pet portraits in oil for people who want more than a digital image, a print or a quick illustration. Each portrait is painted by hand, with attention to the animal’s character, gaze, expression and presence.
Whether it is a beloved dog, a cat, or another companion animal, the goal is to create a painting that feels personal, warm and alive — a quiet artwork you can keep, frame and live with for years.
Explore More Art by Andrea Bocedi
Learn more about the custom pet portrait process or explore original oil paintings of landscapes, architecture, Mediterranean coasts, still life and subjects painted directly from observation.
Pet Portrait Guides and Real Examples
Practical information about choosing a photograph, the painting process and completed custom dog portraits.
Original Oil Painting Collections
Browse the main collections of available and archived original paintings by Andrea Bocedi.
Original Oil Paintings and Custom Portraits
Alongside commissioned dog and pet portraits, Andrea Bocedi creates one-of-a-kind landscapes, architectural paintings, Mediterranean scenes, still life works and small oil studies.
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