Fine Art Pet Portraits · Oil on Canvas
A hand-painted portrait is the most personal way to honor a beloved animal. Painted in oil on canvas using classical techniques, each portrait is a singular work of art — made to last a lifetime.
Recent Work
Each painting is worked from your photographs in oil on canvas, capturing not just the likeness but the character of your animal.
"I love the portrait you painted of Smoke. You captured her perfectly."— Greg, owner of Smoke (Australian Shepherd)
"Incredible! I highly recommend commissioning a portrait from Chris. We have one and it's our most cherished piece."— Harry Gruner, owner of James (Whippet)
"It's amazing. I love it so much. Best gift."— Laura O'Boyle, owner of Penny (Mini Poodle)
Subjects
Oil portraits of dogs and cats of all breeds and sizes, painted from your photographs in my Brooklyn studio.
Horses, rabbits, birds, and other animals are welcome. If you have a beloved pet, I'll paint it.
A painted portrait is among the most personal gifts imaginable. I can work discreetly to surprise the recipient.
Portraits of animals who have passed, painted from photographs. A lasting way to honor a beloved companion.
The Process
Commissioning a portrait is simple. You send great photos; I handle the rest.
Send your photos
Share 3–5 clear photographs of your pet — ideally in good natural light. The better the photos, the more expressive the portrait.
I paint your portrait
Working in oil on canvas from my Brooklyn studio, I paint your pet using classical techniques developed over years of training in Florence.
You receive the painting
Your finished portrait ships to you carefully packed. Ready to frame and hang — or give as the most personal gift imaginable.
Pricing
I accept a limited number of pet portrait commissions each year. Inquire early to secure your spot.
Starting from
$800
Turnaround is typically 2–4 weeks. A 50% deposit is required to begin. Shipping additional.
About the Artist
Chris Eastland trained for seven years at Charles H. Cecil Studios in Florence, where he studied — and later taught — the sight-size method of oil painting in the Florentine atelier tradition. He now works from his Brooklyn studio on pet portraits, portraits, and landscapes.
Ready to begin?
Send a few photos and tell me about your animal. I'll get back to you within 48 hours.
New work, availability updates, and occasional notes from the easel.