Pet portraits in Beaverton, Oregon

Their face. Their character. Your painting.

A favorite face, painted by hand. Sara Gilbreath creates watercolor and acrylic pet portraits in Beaverton, Oregon, from the photographs you send.

Choose your portrait

Golden retriever on the trail

A portrait with personality

Cats, dogs and the wonderfully unusual

Commissions are available for pets of all kinds. Please be sure to send a reference photo.

From a tiny watercolor on paper to an acrylic portrait on canvas, choose a format that suits the animal and the place you want to display the painting. Sara's colorful work has room for a favorite face, a familiar expression and the details that make your pet your own.

Based in Beaverton and part of the Portland area's art market community, Sara also takes commissions through her online shop. Ask directly about delivery or collection arrangements and any deadline you have in mind.

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Watercolour of a long haired grey cat sitting upright against a red and yellow ground, with a white sun behind her — Grey cat in the sun

Watercolour portrait of a black and tan chihuahua snarling, against yellow and teal — Chihuahua on yellow and teal

Choose your original

Small keepsakes to canvas portraits

Each option opens its real shop listing. For a different size, more subjects or an idea of your own, email Sara for a quote.

Tiny watercolour pet portrait2.5 by 3.5 inches on watercolour paper, with a certificate of authenticity. One pet per painting, please.$20 Small watercolour pet portrait4 by 6 inches on archival watercolour paper. Up to 2 pets per painting.$25 Hand painted pet ornamentA 3.5 inch wooden round, painted in acrylic and varnished, ready to hang on a tree.$35 Small acrylic pet portrait5 by 7 inches on canvas. One pet per painting.$150 Medium acrylic pet portrait8 by 10 inches on canvas. She can fit up to 2 pets per painting~$250 Watercolour frame magnetsHand painted framed pictures, small enough for a fridge door.$15

Prices in USD. Check the current listing and ask about shipping, availability and any custom details before ordering.

Family portraits, wedding portraits, and larger canvases are priced by size and by how many subjects are in them. If you have a custom request, custom pricing is also available.

From photo to painting

A simple place to start

01
Find the format you like
Browse the gallery and current listings. Check the material, dimensions and number of pets included. Ask Sara about anything outside the standard options.
02
Share your pet's photograph
Choose a clear color image with good light. Tell Sara which pose, markings or details matter, and discuss any special requests before ordering.
03
Confirm the practical details
Check her current availability, how to send your reference files and the delivery arrangements. A painting estimate is separate from shipping time.

FAQ

Do you only paint cat and dog portraits?

No, I can paint anything you want! I love to paint dogs and cats, but I also love painting all animals.

Do you take custom commissions?

Yes. If you don't see what you want listed for sale in my estore, send me a message with your idea, and I can give you several quotes, so you can get a good idea of what you can afford.

Is getting a pet portrait expensive?

Getting your pet painted doesn't have to be expensive. I offer multiple price points and sizes, so anyone can have a real piece of art.

What kinds of photos should I send for reference for my pet portrait?

The best reference photos for any portraits, or really, any painting, have good lighting, high resolution, and color. If you only have blurry or grainy photos, I can still use them, but it does make it harder!

How long does a custom pet portrait take?

I can paint a small or tiny portrait within a few days. Acrylic paintings may take a week or longer.

Before you commission