THE ART OF DOGS:
Turning snapshots into timeless
oil paintings - because wagging
tails deserve wall space.
From everyday photos to
gallery-worthy paintings.
Mixed-media portraits,
finished in oils, that honor
your dog’s place in your heart
and on your wall.
From everyday photos to
gallery-worthy paintings.
Mixed-media portraits, finished
in oils, that honor your dog’s place
in your heart and on your wall.
Sit. Stay. Smile.
From snapshots on your phone to soulful, hand-finished paintings, I create fine-art portraits that honor the dogs who fill our lives with joy (and fur).
Whether your best friend is still by your side or lives forever in your heart, your story can be turned into a painting you’ll treasure for a lifetime.
Send photos or schedule a studio session — I’ll guide you through every step.
BEFORE & AFTER
Maybe it's the beach you both loved. Maybe it's that look in their eyes. I can start from the photos I take in the studio - or from your own snapshots - and design a scene that feels like them and looks perfect in your home.
Then I bring it to life with hand-applied oils for richness and texture. The result? A piece of art that keeps your best friend close, forever.
From your images to a gorgeous art piece
HEAD & SHOULDER PAINTINGS
SCENIC PAINTINGS
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Whether they’re still stealing socks or already stealing hearts in heaven — their story deserves to be remembered.
If your dog is still by your side, I can create their portrait from the photos you already have, or—if you’re local—schedule a short studio session to capture them in beautiful light. From there, you can choose finished photographic portraits or commission a custom mixed-media painting.
If your pup has passed, I’ll work from your favorite photographs to create an artwork that keeps their spirit close and their memory alive on your wall.
Because love like that deserves to be seen.
For Dogs Past and Present
Session
Local? Let’s photograph your pup — no stress, just wagging tails and plenty of treats.
Far away? Send photos. I’ve photographed over a fifteen hundred dogs and can create the same stunning artwork from afar.
Either way, I'll capture that spark that makes your dog unforgettable.
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HEADSHOT PAINTINGS capture
soulful expression and detail. From $1,800.
SCENIC PAINTINGS tell a story — your dog in their favorite place, surrounded by color and light. From $2,900.
Every piece is hand-finished in oils, created to last a lifetime.
Portraits
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You send your photos. I design the artwork. You approve the proof before I paint in oils.
Turnaround is typically 4–6 weeks, depending on size and detail.
No surprises, no stress — just artwork that looks and feels like your dog.
Process
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Because every good dog deserves
their moment on the wall.
WHAT YOU'LL LOVE
HI! MY NAME IS
kathy
My studio has been in Midland, Michigan for over two decades, where I’ve spent my days doing what I love most — creating portraits made to hang, not just to post.
I’m a full-time photographer and portrait artist… and a lifelong dog lover. Over the years, I’ve photographed more than fifteen hundred dogs (and a few dozen cats — though let’s be honest, cats make their own rules).
Each portrait I create is more than an image — it’s a way to honor the connection, devotion, and joy that dogs bring into our lives.
Dog hair on my clothes? Always. Heart full? Absolutely.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes — I can absolutely create portraits featuring more than one dog.
Each additional pup adds its own charm and personality to the artwork, and pricing simply reflects the added complexity and detail involved.
Whether it’s one or two, every piece is designed to capture the love you share.
I can create a beautiful memorial painting from your favorite photos — no photo session needed.
The beauty of these pieces is that I can place your dog anywhere you’d like to remember them: a sunlit field, a quiet beach, or a simple, elegant portrait that keeps their spirit close.
Every painting is made with care, love, and the intention to bring comfort — a way to see them again, every day.
Of course! I’m happy to create a custom painting from your favorite images. Cats have their own rules, but they make incredible muses — and I promise, it’ll be amazing.
Yes — I can create a custom painting of one person and one dog, as long as I have enough quality images of both.
These pieces often capture the quiet moments that say the most — a gentle touch, a shared look, or that unmistakable “who rescued who?” bond.
CAN I INCLUDE MORE THAN ONE DOG?
CAN PEOPLE BE IN THE PAINTING, TOO?
WHAT ABOUT CATS?
WHAT IF MY DOG HAS PASSED AWAY?
I can create a beautiful memorial painting from your favorite photos — no photo session needed.
The beauty of these pieces is that I can place your dog anywhere you’d like to remember them: a sunlit field, a quiet beach, or a simple, elegant portrait that keeps their spirit close.
Every painting is made with care, love, and the intention to bring comfort — a way to see them again, every day.
Yes — I can create a custom painting of one person and one dog, as long as I have enough quality images of both.
These pieces often capture the quiet moments that say the most — a gentle touch, a shared look, or that unmistakable “who rescued who?” bond.
Yes — I can absolutely create portraits featuring more than one dog.
Each additional pup adds its own charm and personality to the artwork, and pricing simply reflects the added complexity and detail involved.
Whether it’s one or two, every piece is designed to capture the love you share.
Frequently Asked Questions
WHAT ABOUT CATS?
WHAT IF MY DOG HAS PASSED AWAY?
Of course! I’m happy to create a custom painting from your favorite images. Cats have their own rules, but they make incredible muses — and I promise, it’ll be amazing.
CAN PEOPLE BE IN THE PAINTING TOO?
CAN I INCLUDE MORE
THAN ONE DOG?