Custom pet portraits
A custom pet portrait painting is a beautiful way to cherish and remember our beloved pets, who are an integral part of our families. They also make exceptional gifts for family members and friends, often chosen as thoughtful presents for Christmas or birthdays.
Using a combination of soft and hard pastels, as well as coloured pencils, I create all of my pastel pet portraits. I believe that pastels offer numerous advantages in capturing the essence of pets. The medium allows for a wonderfully rich and velvety texture, perfect for showcasing the softness and highlighting the fur of our furry companions.
In addition to pastels, I also offer oil portraits on canvas if desired. If you are interested in this option, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with me to discuss further details. Each medium has its own unique qualities, and I would be more than happy to guide you in selecting the perfect choice for your custom pet portrait.
Each pet holds a special place in the hearts of its owners, and I take great pleasure in capturing the unique personality of every animal. My goal is to create something truly wonderful that you can treasure, reflecting the individuality and essence of your cherished pet.
While I am based in the UK, I offer worldwide shipping for my custom pet portraits, ensuring that pet lovers around the globe can enjoy this heartfelt art form.
I understand that you may have questions before commissioning a pet portrait, and I encourage you to reach out to me. I am more than happy to assist and provide answers to any inquiries you may have. Additionally, you may find it helpful to visit my FAQ section for further information.
If you’re an animal lover, you won’t want to miss the opportunity to visit my online shop. Within its virtual walls, you’ll find an extensive selection of delightful products that pay homage to the charm and beauty of our beloved creatures.
The collection of greeting cards features exquisite designs showcasing dogs, cats and other lovely animals. Whether you’re expressing deep affection or looking to brighten someone’s day, our carefully crafted greeting cards will surely evoke a smile.
In addition to the charming cards, I offer high-quality art prints. These prints skilfully capture the essence of our furry and feathered friends, bringing them to life in remarkable detail.
For those with a penchant for digital art, I provide downloadable images that showcase our beloved pets.
Every item in my shop is meticulously crafted and proudly made in the UK.
And here’s the exciting part: the shop is constantly evolving with new designs regularly added to our inventory. This means that each visit will offer something fresh and captivating, guaranteeing that there’s always a new treasure waiting to be discovered.
fliss x2023-02-16I reached out to Irisha very late notice for a portrait of my two dogs for a christmas present. she built two photos into one as my dogs don’t sit still together. She communicated with me throughout the whole process and went above and beyond to ensure that this portrait was perfect as well as getting the portrait to me in time. Everyone loves the portrait and it is even more beautiful in person! I would recommend to anyone seeking a portrait of their pets!Ellen Cartwright2023-01-28An absolutely amazing portrait of my wonderful late dog. Very helpful. Kept in contact the whole way through. And quick delivery. Thank you so much. XLaura Adam2023-01-28Amazing portrait of my dog done by Irisha, fantastic at communicating every step of the way, asked if we would like any adjustments done and super quick in delivery and fantastic value for money. Highly recommend to anyone wanting a top quality picture done.Doreen Cunningham2023-01-28Lovely lady, very accommodating and very good at what she produces. I was really very pleased with the end result abd would not hesitate recommending her to anyone.All about P2022-03-30We have just received our commissioned art work of our Bengal Kitts Scout and Nova and could not be happier. Irisha’s work is stunning!! Would definitely recommend, the detail is incredible and captures their nature so perfectly as if they could step straight out of the picture. Thank you so much, we are over the moon. Paula & Kevin xLouise Lawson2022-02-27I commissioned a portrait of my boyfriends cat for his 60th birthday. I was speechless with the final results. Irisha is amazing and extremely talented. We worked together to achieve the perfect colours and it was an amazing process. She was super fast and very caring with the packaging and presentation. Will definitely be using her again and recommending to everyone. It is such a personal gift. I can’t thank her enough!!!Lucinda bond2022-01-03done amazing job!! really recommendTom O'Keeffe2021-02-23Irina completed the most stunning portrait of my two recently passed away dogs, an English Springer Spaniel and a Black Labrador. This was a gift for my parents, who thought that the likeness was remarkable. The attention to detail, the colours used, and the overall aesthetic is fantastic; I really could not have hoped for anything better, and did not think such an immersive, lifelike portrait would be possible - but Irina showed that it was! When I look at the painting, it feels like the dogs are in the room with me. Even small personal touches such as contrasting the colours of the dogs' names with their respective furs all contributed to creating something special. It was lovely to work with Irina, and she was very patient with answering all my questions. In addition, she helped me to sift through many photos of the dogs spanning over a decade and kindly explained which ones would be the most useful to use for the portrait. Irina provided useful updates, and everything felt like it went extremely smoothly. I cannot recommend her enough and I will definitely commission something in the future... given that I now have a cocker spaniel puppy! Overall, it was evident that Irina was both extremely talented and also really cared about creating something lovely to honour the dogs. I couldn't be happier.Jim Calder2020-10-06Irina is a truly gifted and professional artist. We can not thank her enough for capturing the images and characters of our 2, very much loved and missed, Boxer girls. The likeness is incredible and we feel our cherished pets have returned home. Irina was amazingly patient and thorough in the collection of photographs and character descriptions which enabled her to capture our girls on canvas. We are so grateful to Irina, for our incredible picture which was delivered, expertly framed, and perfectly packaged.Pete Chappell2020-09-29My wife asked for a special birthday present, the request was for a portrait of her 3 dogs that meant so much to us over the years. I found Irisha’s Pet Portraits. Well what can I say, when we went to collect the portrait my wife had tears in her eyes. The portrait was perfect and encompasses all 3 dogs personalities. Everyone who has seen it loves the portrait. Irina has done us proud, she spoke to me from the very beginning and kept in contact with as the portrait progressed. I fully recommend her, she gave us more than we asked for. Thank you.
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Irisha, the artist
Greetings, my name is Irina, and I originally come from the enchanting Siberian city of Irkutsk, nestled near the world-renowned Lake Baikal. Known as the “Pearl of Siberia,” Lake Baikal is a true marvel of nature, boasting the title of the deepest and oldest freshwater lake on Earth.
For many years now, I have had the privilege of calling the United Kingdom my home, where I have been passionately pursuing my career as a professional pet portrait artist.
I enjoy painting a variety of subjects but pet paintings from photos are my speciality.
If you are in search of a captivating portrait of your cherished dog, cat, or even a magnificent horse, and if you appreciate the quality and craftsmanship of my work, I warmly encourage you to reach out to me for more information.
Painting and drawing have been lifelong passions that have guided my artistic pursuits. As a professional pet portrait artist, I take great joy in capturing the unique personalities and spirit of beloved animals. Through the transformation of treasured pet photos into timeless works of art, I have had the honour of receiving commissions from esteemed clients across the United Kingdom and even beyond its borders.
I’m very flexible in trying to meet the needs of the customer. Whether you envision a portrait featuring multiple subjects, even if you provide separate photos of your cherished pets, or if you prefer a classic and elegant representation, I am committed to creating a special pet painting for you.
To give you an idea of the artistic possibilities, I invite you to explore my gallery, featuring a selection of previous pet portraits.
Please do not hesitate to contact me to discuss your vision and explore the possibility of creating a timeless pet portrait painting that beautifully commemorates the extraordinary bond you share with your beloved pet.
Questions? Check out my FAQs page…
fliss x2023-02-16I reached out to Irisha very late notice for a portrait of my two dogs for a christmas present. she built two photos into one as my dogs don’t sit still together. She communicated with me throughout the whole process and went above and beyond to ensure that this portrait was perfect as well as getting the portrait to me in time. Everyone loves the portrait and it is even more beautiful in person! I would recommend to anyone seeking a portrait of their pets!Ellen Cartwright2023-01-28An absolutely amazing portrait of my wonderful late dog. Very helpful. Kept in contact the whole way through. And quick delivery. Thank you so much. XLaura Adam2023-01-28Amazing portrait of my dog done by Irisha, fantastic at communicating every step of the way, asked if we would like any adjustments done and super quick in delivery and fantastic value for money. Highly recommend to anyone wanting a top quality picture done.Doreen Cunningham2023-01-28Lovely lady, very accommodating and very good at what she produces. I was really very pleased with the end result abd would not hesitate recommending her to anyone.All about P2022-03-30We have just received our commissioned art work of our Bengal Kitts Scout and Nova and could not be happier. Irisha’s work is stunning!! Would definitely recommend, the detail is incredible and captures their nature so perfectly as if they could step straight out of the picture. Thank you so much, we are over the moon. Paula & Kevin xLouise Lawson2022-02-27I commissioned a portrait of my boyfriends cat for his 60th birthday. I was speechless with the final results. Irisha is amazing and extremely talented. We worked together to achieve the perfect colours and it was an amazing process. She was super fast and very caring with the packaging and presentation. Will definitely be using her again and recommending to everyone. It is such a personal gift. I can’t thank her enough!!!Lucinda bond2022-01-03done amazing job!! really recommendTom O'Keeffe2021-02-23Irina completed the most stunning portrait of my two recently passed away dogs, an English Springer Spaniel and a Black Labrador. This was a gift for my parents, who thought that the likeness was remarkable. The attention to detail, the colours used, and the overall aesthetic is fantastic; I really could not have hoped for anything better, and did not think such an immersive, lifelike portrait would be possible - but Irina showed that it was! When I look at the painting, it feels like the dogs are in the room with me. Even small personal touches such as contrasting the colours of the dogs' names with their respective furs all contributed to creating something special. It was lovely to work with Irina, and she was very patient with answering all my questions. In addition, she helped me to sift through many photos of the dogs spanning over a decade and kindly explained which ones would be the most useful to use for the portrait. Irina provided useful updates, and everything felt like it went extremely smoothly. I cannot recommend her enough and I will definitely commission something in the future... given that I now have a cocker spaniel puppy! Overall, it was evident that Irina was both extremely talented and also really cared about creating something lovely to honour the dogs. I couldn't be happier.Jim Calder2020-10-06Irina is a truly gifted and professional artist. We can not thank her enough for capturing the images and characters of our 2, very much loved and missed, Boxer girls. The likeness is incredible and we feel our cherished pets have returned home. Irina was amazingly patient and thorough in the collection of photographs and character descriptions which enabled her to capture our girls on canvas. We are so grateful to Irina, for our incredible picture which was delivered, expertly framed, and perfectly packaged.Pete Chappell2020-09-29My wife asked for a special birthday present, the request was for a portrait of her 3 dogs that meant so much to us over the years. I found Irisha’s Pet Portraits. Well what can I say, when we went to collect the portrait my wife had tears in her eyes. The portrait was perfect and encompasses all 3 dogs personalities. Everyone who has seen it loves the portrait. Irina has done us proud, she spoke to me from the very beginning and kept in contact with as the portrait progressed. I fully recommend her, she gave us more than we asked for. Thank you.