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Oil Pet Portraits – Happy Customers & Their Stories
Oil Pet Portrait Stories

Oil Pet Portraits – Happy Customers & Their Stories

Posted on: April 7, 2025April 9, 2025

📌 Welcome to Oil Pet Portraits – Happy Customers & Their Stories (Pinned). This page showcases Nicholas’s oil pet portraits and the amazing clients who commissioned them. We are thrilled to share photos of […]

Pencil Pet Portraits – Happy Customers & Their Stories
Pencil Portrait Stories

Pencil Pet Portraits – Happy Customers & Their Stories

Posted on: April 24, 2024April 9, 2025

📌 Welcome to Pencil Pet Portraits – Happy Customers & Their Stories (Pinned). There’s something truly special about seeing my pencil pet portraits framed and displayed in my clients’ homes. Each custom […]

Beagle Portrait in Oils – Dog Painting Commission
Oil Pet Portrait Stories

Beagle Portrait in Oils – Dog Painting Commission

Posted on: April 7, 2025April 8, 2025

Welcome to our latest Beagle Portrait in Oils – Dog Painting Commission traditionally hand painted by Nicholas Beall. The painting was created for a lovely client called Mark, in Northern Ireland. He […]

Beautiful Cocker Spaniel Pencil Portrait – Louis’s Story
Pencil Portrait Stories

Beautiful Cocker Spaniel Pencil Portrait – Louis’s Story

Posted on: April 6, 2025April 8, 2025

This blog post is dedicated to a beautiful Cocker Spaniel pencil portrait – Louis’s story. I would love for you to meet Louis, who was a gorgeous golden Cocker Spaniel who I […]

Bespoke Pencil Pet Portrait – Montage Drawing in Graphite
Pencil Portrait Stories / Wedding Pet Portraits

Bespoke Pencil Pet Portrait – Montage Drawing in Graphite

Posted on: February 18, 2025April 8, 2025

Welcome to my latest Bespoke Pencil Pet Portrait – Montage Drawing in Graphite of Khona. I was very excited to get started on this drawing as I don’t tend to do many […]

Golden Cockerpoo Pencil Portrait of Obi
Pencil Portrait Stories

Golden Cockerpoo Pencil Portrait of Obi

Posted on: February 6, 2025April 8, 2025

Welcome to my blog post all about the Golden Cockerpoo Pencil Portrait of Obi! This adorable dog was commissioned by Ben as a very special Christmas gift for his wife. Obi is […]

Cocker Spaniel Pencil Portrait of Widgeon
Pencil Portrait Stories

Cocker Spaniel Pencil Portrait of Widgeon

Posted on: February 1, 2025April 8, 2025

Welcome to my latest blog post of the Cocker Spaniel pencil portrait of Widgeon. Her portrait was commissioned by returning client David as a surprise birthday gift for his wife, Sarah. I […]

Full Body Cocker Spaniel Pencil Drawing
Pencil Portrait Stories

Full Body Cocker Spaniel Pencil Drawing

Posted on: January 29, 2025April 8, 2025

Welcome to my latest blog post of the most gorgeous full body Cocker Spaniel pencil drawing. It was a pleasure to work with Dan on this commission. He contacted me in January […]

Realistic Dog Portraits – Wilson & Bella’s Custom Oil Paintings
Oil Pet Portrait Stories

Realistic Dog Portraits – Wilson & Bella’s Custom Oil Paintings

Posted on: January 21, 2025April 8, 2025

Welcome to our latest blog post about Nicholas’s latest realistic dog portraits – Wilson & Bella’s Custom oil paintings, commissioned by Stephen and Sally. This project was particularly special as it involved […]

Realistic Oil Painting of a Puggle and Toy
Oil Pet Portrait Stories

Realistic Oil Painting of a Puggle and Toy

Posted on: January 6, 2025April 1, 2025

We are thrilled to share one of Nicholas’s latest pet portraits, a realistic oil Painting of a Puggle and Toy – Gabby and her Lamp Chop. Gabby is a beautiful Puggle, who […]

Border Terrier and Lurcher Pencil Portrait of Hettie and Loxley
Pencil Portrait Stories

Border Terrier and Lurcher Pencil Portrait of Hettie and Loxley

Posted on: November 27, 2024April 8, 2025

Welcome to my latest blog post about the Border Terrier and Lurcher Pencil Portrait of Hettie and Loxley. John Bowley commissioned this special 20 x 16 inch double portrait of Hettie the […]

Oil Painting for Actor John Nettles
Oil Pet Portrait Stories

Oil Painting for Actor John Nettles

Posted on: November 3, 2024April 9, 2025

Earlier this year we created an oil painting for actor John Nettles. We were absolutely delighted when John reached out to us with quite a special request. A pet portrait of his […]

Hugo’s Pencil Portrait Commission from Australia
Pencil Portrait Stories

Hugo’s Pencil Portrait Commission from Australia

Posted on: October 2, 2024April 9, 2025

Welcome to my latest blog post about Hugo’s Pencil Portrait Commission from Australia, featuring a very special dog called Hugo. From the beginning, I could tell how loved Hugo was and how […]

Harlan Crow Paintings
Oil Pet Portrait Stories

Harlan Crow Paintings

Posted on: September 12, 2024April 9, 2025

Welcome to our latest blog post where we chat about the Harlan Crow Paintings which Nicholas has been honoured to paint recently. Returning client Harlan Crow and his family commissioned two portraits […]

Dachshund Pencil Portrait of Kipper
Pencil Portrait Stories

Dachshund Pencil Portrait of Kipper

Posted on: September 4, 2024April 9, 2025

My latest portrait features a truly charming little Dachshund pencil portrait of Kipper. I was delighted to receive a message from Mick Wileman, a returning client who commissioned a pencil drawing of […]

Labrador Pencil Portrait of Karl
Pencil Portrait Stories

Labrador Pencil Portrait of Karl

Posted on: August 1, 2024April 9, 2025

I had the pleasure of creating a pencil portrait of Karl, a beautiful Labrador, commissioned by Nikki in Florida, as a Christmas gift for her husband. Nikki reached out to me in […]

Oil Painting of Shadow and Moose
Oil Pet Portrait Stories

Oil Painting of Shadow and Moose

Posted on: July 17, 2024April 9, 2025

Nicholas completed the oil painting of Shadow and Moose in May, just in time for a special birthday gift for our client in the USA. He painted it in oils on canvas […]

Newfoundland Pencil Portrait of Padfoot
Pencil Portrait Stories

Newfoundland Pencil Portrait of Padfoot

Posted on: June 23, 2024April 9, 2025

Welcome to my latest blog post about a Newfoundland pencil portrait of Padfoot. His portrait was commissioned by returning client Nick as a surprise gift for his wife, making it all the […]

Beautiful Bichon Frisé Oil Painting Commission
Oil Pet Portrait Stories

Beautiful Bichon Frisé Oil Painting Commission

Posted on: June 6, 2024April 9, 2025

Welcome to our latest blog post of a Beautiful Bichon Frisé Oil Painting Commission. A very special commission that we created for a lovely family was of Max the Bichon Fries. Sadly […]

Gladys the Black Labrador Pencil Drawing
Pencil Portrait Stories

Gladys the Black Labrador Pencil Drawing

Posted on: June 1, 2024April 9, 2025

Welcome to my latest blog post about Gladys the Black Labrador Pencil Drawing, a very special portrait commissioned by Catherine Sheetz from the USA. Catherine first contacted me after the loss of […]

Two Golden Retriever Pencil Portraits of Sam
Pencil Portrait Stories

Two Golden Retriever Pencil Portraits of Sam

Posted on: April 18, 2024April 9, 2025

Welcome to my blog post about the Two Golden Retriever Pencil Portraits of Sam. This special commission came from Michael and Kathy Malta in the USA, who asked me to create two […]

Two Labrador Pencil Portraits
Pencil Portrait Stories

Two Labrador Pencil Portraits

Posted on: March 29, 2024April 9, 2025

I’m thrilled to be able to share not just one Labrador pencil portrait…. but two Labrador pencil portraits! Both commissioned by Bubba, who originally contacted me to create a portrait of their […]

Labrador Dog Portrait in Oils – Alfie in Autumn
Oil Pet Portrait Stories

Labrador Dog Portrait in Oils – Alfie in Autumn

Posted on: March 27, 2024April 9, 2025

Welcome to our latest blog post about the Labrador dog portrait in oils – Alfie in Autumn. Lisa commissioned this oil painting of the much-loved Labrador Alfie as a gift for her […]

Oil Painting and Pencil Drawing of Dodge
Oil Pet Portrait Stories / Pencil Portrait Stories

Oil Painting and Pencil Drawing of Dodge

Posted on: February 29, 2024April 9, 2025

Welcome to the Oil Painting and Pencil Drawing of Dodge, commissioned by a lovely client called Thaddeus based in Singapore. Thaddeus contacted us via WhatsApp from our website and I had a […]

Three Dog Pencil Portrait of Baxter, Bertie and Treacle
Pencil Portrait Stories

Three Dog Pencil Portrait of Baxter, Bertie and Treacle

Posted on: January 11, 2024April 9, 2025

Welcome to my latest three dog pencil portrait of Baxter Bertie and Treacle. This three dog pencil portrait was a returning commission for Cathy in Ireland. She previously asked me to draw […]

Dog Portrait in Oils – Marshall the City Working Dog
Wedding Pet Portraits

Dog Portrait in Oils – Marshall the City Working Dog

Posted on: November 22, 2023April 9, 2025

Welcome to our latest dog portrait in oils – Marshall the City Working dog. This handsome dog is Marshall, a much-loved city working dog from Cowandilla, Australia. His portrait was commissioned by […]

Oil Painting of Rob
Oil Pet Portrait Stories

Oil Painting of Rob

Posted on: October 26, 2023April 9, 2025

Welcome to our latest commission, the oil painting of Rob the dog! Nicholas had the pleasure of painting a beautiful oil portrait of Rob, and he enjoyed every minute of painting him. […]

French Bulldog Pencil Drawing of Leon
Pencil Portrait Stories

French Bulldog Pencil Drawing of Leon

Posted on: October 20, 2023April 9, 2025

Welcome to my latest blog post on the French Bulldog Pencil Drawing of Leon. I am so thrilled to share this portrait on the blog as it has to have been one […]

A Special Commission Of Two Beautiful Labradors
Oil Pet Portrait Stories

A Special Commission Of Two Beautiful Labradors

Posted on: October 11, 2023April 9, 2025

Welcome to our latest blog post about a special commission of two beautiful Labradors. We were absolutely delighted to hear from Peter in Switzerland, a returning client who has commissioned several portraits […]

Pencil Portrait of Flipette
Pencil Portrait Stories

Pencil Portrait of Flipette

Posted on: September 20, 2023April 9, 2025

Welcome to my latest commission the Pencil Portrait of Flipette. I really enjoyed drawing her, she was an absolute pleasure to draw. I’m so pleased to be able to share the finished […]

Boston Terrier Oil Portrait of Hudson & Hannah
Oil Pet Portrait Stories

Boston Terrier Oil Portrait of Hudson & Hannah

Posted on: September 1, 2023April 9, 2025

Welcome to our latest pet portrait blog post about a Boston Terrier Oil Portrait of Hudson & Hannah. This painting was created by Nicholas Beall and was commissioned as a gift for […]

Dexter’s Pencil Portrait – Labrador Drawing
Pencil Portrait Stories

Dexter’s Pencil Portrait – Labrador Drawing

Posted on: August 30, 2023April 9, 2025

Welcome to my latest pet portrait to come off of my ease – Dexter’s Pencil Portrait – Labrador Drawing. I am so pleased to be able to write a blog post about […]

Shadow’s Portrait – Oil Painting by Nicholas
Oil Pet Portrait Stories

Shadow’s Portrait – Oil Painting by Nicholas

Posted on: August 23, 2023April 9, 2025

Welcome to our most recent blog post and Shadow’s Portrait – Oil Painting by Nicholas. We are delighted to share the story behind the oil painting of Shadow. A gorgeous Golden Retriever […]

Commissioned Black Labrador Oil Painting
Oil Pet Portrait Stories

Commissioned Black Labrador Oil Painting

Posted on: July 19, 2023April 9, 2025

Welcome to our latest commissioned Black Labrador oil painting. Nicholas has created a beautiful portrait of a gorgeous black lab this month called Dotty. Created for a surprise 50th birthday gift. Our […]

Black Labrador Pencil Portrait Side Profile Study
Pencil Portrait Stories

Black Labrador Pencil Portrait Side Profile Study

Posted on: May 18, 2023April 9, 2025

Welcome to my blog post all about a Black Labrador pencil portrait side profile study hand drawn by myself, Melanie. I created this drawing for a client in Australia and it was […]

Monty & Ozzy – Oil Portrait of Two Labradors
Oil Pet Portrait Stories

Monty & Ozzy – Oil Portrait of Two Labradors

Posted on: April 12, 2023April 9, 2025

Welcome to our latest blog post about Monty & Ozzy – Oil Portrait of Two Labradors. We were thrilled when Paul reached out to commission a portrait of his two beautiful Labradors, […]

Black Labrador Pencil Portrait of Betty
Pencil Portrait Stories

Black Labrador Pencil Portrait of Betty

Posted on: March 23, 2023April 9, 2025

Welcome to my latest blog post about my Black Labrador Pencil Portrait of Betty. This gorgeous black Labrador was an absolute joy to draw and I am so pleased to be able […]

Golden Retriever Montage Pencil Drawing of Kipling
Pencil Portrait Stories

Golden Retriever Montage Pencil Drawing of Kipling

Posted on: March 15, 2023April 9, 2025

Welcome to my blog post about the Golden Retriever Montage Pencil Drawing of Kipling. This beautiful portrait features Kipling, a much-loved golden retriever, in a montage of pencil drawings, showing his character […]

Ella’s Portrait – Jack Russell in Oils
Oil Pet Portrait Stories

Ella’s Portrait – Jack Russell in Oils

Posted on: March 8, 2023April 9, 2025

Welcome to our latest pet portrait blog post about Ella’s Portrait – Jack Russell in Oils. Robyn from London reached out to commission a 16 x 12-inch oil portrait of her family’s […]

Seven Dogs, One Portrait – A Special Pet Portrait
Pencil Portrait Stories

Seven Dogs, One Portrait – A Special Pet Portrait

Posted on: February 9, 2023April 9, 2025

Welcome to my latest blog post and commission that I have entitled.. Seven Dogs, One Portrait – A Special Pet Portrait! Some portraits do just hold a special meaning and this one […]

Loki the Bichon Frise – Oil Portrait
Oil Pet Portrait Stories

Loki the Bichon Frise – Oil Portrait

Posted on: January 12, 2023April 9, 2025

Welcome to our latest blog post about Loki the Bichon Frise – Oil Portrait – created by Nicholas as a Christmas gift. We were delighted to receive an email from Jen Moallemi […]

Full Body Pencil Drawing of Black Labrador Emrik
Pencil Portrait Stories

Full Body Pencil Drawing of Black Labrador Emrik

Posted on: December 21, 2022April 9, 2025

Welcome to my blog post all about the Full Body Pencil Drawing of Black Labrador Emrik. Jacqueline in Australia commissioned this very special portrait in memory of her much loved dog, Emrik. […]

Pencil Portrait – Meet Simba the Little Lion
Pencil Portrait Stories

Pencil Portrait – Meet Simba the Little Lion

Posted on: November 17, 2022April 9, 2025

Welcome to my latest Pencil Portrait – Meet Simba the Little Lion! This is Simba, a gorgeous little Shih Tzu mix I had the pleasure of drawing in pencil recently. His owner, […]

Dalmatian Pet Portrait in Oils
Oil Pet Portrait Stories

Dalmatian Pet Portrait in Oils

Posted on: November 16, 2022April 9, 2025

Welcome to our latest blog post about the Dalmatian Pet Portrait in Oils. This beautiful Dalmatian oil painting of Saffy was commissioned as a surprise birthday gift for her owner in the […]

Monty the Whippet – Oil Portrait Birthday Surprise
Oil Pet Portrait Stories

Monty the Whippet – Oil Portrait Birthday Surprise

Posted on: October 27, 2022April 6, 2025

Welcome to our beautiful oil painting of Monty the Whippet – Oil Portrait Birthday Surprise. It was commissioned by our client Andrew as a birthday gift for his wife. From the very […]

Grey Standard Poodle Pencil Drawing of Ava
Pencil Portrait Stories

Grey Standard Poodle Pencil Drawing of Ava

Posted on: October 12, 2022April 9, 2025

Welcome to my latest blog post of a grey Standard Poodle pencil drawing of Ava. It was commissioned by Andrew as a birthday gift for his father who was going to be […]

Cockapoo Pencil Drawing of Georgie
Pencil Portrait Stories

Cockapoo Pencil Drawing of Georgie

Posted on: September 21, 2022April 9, 2025

This Cockapoo pencil drawing of Georgie was a commission from Cathy in Ireland as a special birthday gift for her brother. Georgie, a gorgeous Cockapoo, has the sweetest expression and beautiful curly […]

French Bulldog Pencil Portrait Of Memphis
Pencil Portrait Stories

French Bulldog Pencil Portrait Of Memphis

Posted on: September 8, 2022April 9, 2025

Welcome to my latest blog post of a French Bulldog pencil portrait of Memphis. I am so pleased to share my portrait as I thoroughly enjoyed working on it. It was the […]

Pencil Drawing of Kegan
Pencil Portrait Stories

Pencil Drawing of Kegan

Posted on: June 16, 2022April 9, 2025

Welcome to my latest pencil drawing of Kegan. I have been working on a beautiful drawing as a gift for Fathers Day. It was for a family who had recently lost their […]

Oil Painting of Paddy
Oil Pet Portrait Stories

Oil Painting of Paddy

Posted on: March 22, 2022April 9, 2025

Welcome to our latest pet portrait, an oil painting of Paddy, a Maltese. We were so thrilled when Sharon got in touch with us again recently to commission a second portrait. We […]

Labradoodle Pencil Portrait of Parker
Pencil Portrait Stories

Labradoodle Pencil Portrait of Parker

Posted on: February 23, 2022April 9, 2025

Welcome to my latest Labradoodle Pencil Portrait of Parker. I had the pleasure of drawing this gorgeous Labradoodle recently and I wanted to share the finished pencil portrait along with some lovely […]

Pencil Pet Portrait of Beano
Pencil Portrait Stories

Pencil Pet Portrait of Beano

Posted on: February 9, 2022April 9, 2025

One of my favourite commissions last year was the pencil pet portrait of Beano. My client Ellen sent me a WhatsApp message to see if I would be able to draw Beano […]

Happy Spaniel Portrait in Oils
Oil Pet Portrait Stories

Happy Spaniel Portrait in Oils

Posted on: December 30, 2021April 9, 2025

Welcome to our latest blog post about a very Happy Spaniel Portrait in Oils. This stunning oil painting that Nicholas recently painted features Reggie, a lively and much-loved Spaniel commissioned by his […]

Montage Pencil Drawing of Fiston Commissioned from France
Pencil Portrait Stories

Montage Pencil Drawing of Fiston Commissioned from France

Posted on: November 18, 2021April 9, 2025

This montage pencil drawing of Fiston commissioned from France was one of my most beautiful commissions to date. It came all the way from France, where Maryse contacted me to create a […]

Pencil Dog Portrait – Drawing of Watson
Pencil Portrait Stories

Pencil Dog Portrait – Drawing of Watson

Posted on: November 17, 2021April 9, 2025

Welcome to my latest blog post the Pencil Dog Portrait – Drawing of Watson. My pencil drawing features the handsome Watson, a richly coloured golden orange Vizsla dog with soulful eyes and […]

Cocker Spaniel Portrait in Oils
Oil Pet Portrait Stories

Cocker Spaniel Portrait in Oils

Posted on: October 20, 2021April 9, 2025

Welcome to our latest blog post about the Cocker Spaniel Portrait in Oils traditionally hand painted in oils by Nicholas Beall. Nicholas recently had the pleasure of painting Tobias, a very handsome […]

Wallace the Rescue Dog – Wedding Gift Oil Portrait
Wedding Pet Portraits

Wallace the Rescue Dog – Wedding Gift Oil Portrait

Posted on: September 15, 2021April 8, 2025

Welcome to our post about Wallace the Rescue Dog – Wedding Gift Oil Portrait. We were recently contacted to create a very special oil painting of Wallace, a 12-year-old rescue dog, commissioned […]

Bengal Cat Portrait of Lucy Leo and Lily
Pencil Portrait Stories

Bengal Cat Portrait of Lucy Leo and Lily

Posted on: July 29, 2021April 9, 2025

Welcome to my latest blog post about the Bengal Cat Portrait of Lucy Leo and Lily. Returning client Kevin contacted me to commission a new pencil portrait of his three beautiful Bengal […]

German Shepherd Oil Portrait – Gary Our Champion and Protector
Oil Pet Portrait Stories

German Shepherd Oil Portrait – Gary Our Champion and Protector

Posted on: July 14, 2021April 9, 2025

Welcome to our latest blog post of a German Shepherd Oil Portrait – Gary Our Champion and Protector. His owner Polly commissioned this piece to celebrate everything Gary means to their family. […]

Deer Head Chihuahua Drawing Of Jasper
Pencil Portrait Stories

Deer Head Chihuahua Drawing Of Jasper

Posted on: June 16, 2021April 9, 2025

Welcome to my latest blog post of a Deer Head Chihuahua drawing of Jasper, commissioned by Josie in the USA as a gift for her mum. Josie had been searching for years […]

Lottie’s Oil Painting – Tibetan Terrier Portrait
Oil Pet Portrait Stories

Lottie’s Oil Painting – Tibetan Terrier Portrait

Posted on: April 14, 2021April 9, 2025

Welcome to our latest portrait and blog post about Lottie’s oil painting – Tibetan Terrier portrait. Every so often, a portrait comes along that feels just that little bit closer to home […]

Beagle Dog Portrait in Oils of Joey
Oil Pet Portrait Stories

Beagle Dog Portrait in Oils of Joey

Posted on: March 17, 2021April 9, 2025

Welcome to our latest blog post of our Beagle Dog Portrait in Oils of Joey. Nicholas was delighted to create this beautifully smiling portrait of Joey. A lovable, smiley Beagle who recently […]

Pencil Drawing of Crumble the Spaniel
Pencil Portrait Stories

Pencil Drawing of Crumble the Spaniel

Posted on: January 14, 2021April 9, 2025

Welcome to my latest pencil drawing of Crumble the Spaniel. I was thrilled to work with returning client Sarah again on this beautiful pencil portrait of Crumble, a much-loved family member. We […]

Labrador Retriever Portrait in Pencil of Inca
Pencil Portrait Stories

Labrador Retriever Portrait in Pencil of Inca

Posted on: December 10, 2020April 9, 2025

This Labrador Retriever portrait in pencil of Inca was commissioned by a returning client, Sarah, as a birthday gift for her son. Sarah first contacted me to arrange a gift voucher. She […]

Cat Pencil Drawing Of Jet
Pencil Portrait Stories

Cat Pencil Drawing Of Jet

Posted on: December 1, 2020April 9, 2025

Welcome to my latest Cat Pencil Drawing Of Jet commissioned by a client here in Wales! I am so thrilled to be able to share my pencil drawing of Jet, who is […]

German Shepherd Oil Portrait of Lucie
Oil Pet Portrait Stories

German Shepherd Oil Portrait of Lucie

Posted on: November 5, 2020April 9, 2025

Welcome to our latest German Shepherd oil portrait of Lucie traditionally hand painted by Nicholas Beall. I am so pleased to be able to share this beautiful oil portrait of Lucie that […]

Oil Portrait of Sarah the Poodle
Oil Pet Portrait Stories

Oil Portrait of Sarah the Poodle

Posted on: October 15, 2020April 9, 2025

Welcome to our latest blog post about the beautiful oil portrait of Sarah the Poodle. Tracey Maguire has ony just dealt with the passing of Lucy which you may remember that we […]

The Pet Portrait of Nell
Oil Pet Portrait Stories

The Pet Portrait of Nell

Posted on: September 16, 2020April 9, 2025

Welcome to our latest blog post, featuring the pet portrait of Nell. Just before the world changed with the arrival of Covid, I had a lovely call from Tracey while I was […]

Spaniel Dog Portrait in Pencil – Drawing of Tosca
Pencil Portrait Stories

Spaniel Dog Portrait in Pencil – Drawing of Tosca

Posted on: August 12, 2020April 9, 2025

Welcome to my latest blog post for my recent Spaniel dog portrait in pencil – drawing of Tosca. I was recently commissioned to draw a pencil portrait of Tosca, a beautiful Cocker […]

Oil Portrait of Lucy the Poodle
Oil Pet Portrait Stories

Oil Portrait of Lucy the Poodle

Posted on: August 12, 2020April 9, 2025

Welcome to our latest pet portrait blog post about the Oil Portrait of Lucy the Poodle. We were honoured to welcome back a returning client, Tracy Maguire from Washington, USA, for another […]

Beautiful Black Labrador Painting in Oils
Oil Pet Portrait Stories

Beautiful Black Labrador Painting in Oils

Posted on: June 17, 2020April 9, 2025

Welcome to our latest blog post about a Beautiful Black Labrador Painting in Oils called Mia, commissioned for a 60th birthday present. Mia is a stunning black Labrador with a glossy coat […]

Oil Painting of Toby
Oil Pet Portrait Stories

Oil Painting of Toby

Posted on: March 11, 2020April 9, 2025

Welcome to our latest post all about the Oil Painting of Toby. It’s always such a joy when returning clients get in touch, and we were so happy to hear from Debbie […]

Oil Painting of Patton
Oil Pet Portrait Stories

Oil Painting of Patton

Posted on: February 12, 2020April 9, 2025

Welcome to a very special blog post about a very special dog – the Oil Painting of Patton. It’s always an honour to create portraits for families, but some commissions truly stay […]

Molly’s Portrait – Oil Painting Gift for Christmas
Oil Pet Portrait Stories

Molly’s Portrait – Oil Painting Gift for Christmas

Posted on: January 9, 2020April 9, 2025

Welcome to our latest pet portraits blog post about Molly’s Portrait – Oil Painting Gift for Christmas. Before Christmas we were both very busy creating pencil and oil portraits for clients to […]

Oil Pet Portraits by Nicholas Beall
Oil Pet Portrait Stories

Oil Pet Portraits by Nicholas Beall

Posted on: October 30, 2019April 9, 2025

Welcome to the latest Oil Pet Portraits by Nicholas Beall of Chucho and Jack Henry. Our client Cate ordered two 14 x 12 oil paintings of her dogs in oils on canvas, […]

Pencil Pet Portrait of Bramble
Pencil Portrait Stories

Pencil Pet Portrait of Bramble

Posted on: October 28, 2019April 1, 2025

Welcome to my latest piece of artwork, a pencil pet portrait of Bramble. Commissioned by Richard for his wife birthday as a surprise. Framed using our Madison Slate frame. One of my […]

Spaniel Pet Portrait in Oils of Millie
Oil Pet Portrait Stories

Spaniel Pet Portrait in Oils of Millie

Posted on: September 29, 2019April 9, 2025

Welcome to our latest Spaniel Pet Portrait in Oils of Millie. The portrait was a 16 x 12 oil painting traditionally hand painted by Nicholas on Italian Linen canvas. Our client Peter […]

Ruffwear Logo Pet Portrait
Pencil Portrait Stories

Ruffwear Logo Pet Portrait

Posted on: August 31, 2019April 23, 2025

Welcome to my most exciting project of the year, the Ruffwear logo pet portrait commission. Andrew Geere, the CEO of Ruffwear, called me to discuss commissioning a pencil drawing earlier this year […]

Spaniel Pet Portrait of KitKat
Oil Pet Portrait Stories

Spaniel Pet Portrait of KitKat

Posted on: August 30, 2019April 9, 2025

Spaniel Pet Portraits are the order of the day today, as this oil pet portraits story is all about Kitkat the Spaniel and her pet Portrait. Steve our client asked us of […]

Golden Retriever Pet Portraits
Oil Pet Portrait Stories

Golden Retriever Pet Portraits

Posted on: August 29, 2019April 9, 2025

Welcome to the latest Golden Retriever Pet Portraits commission of dogs Monty and Mungo. Nicholas was commissioned by clients in Guernsey to paint their two beautiful dogs, one of which Monty, had […]

Large Scale Oil Pet Portraits
Oil Pet Portrait Stories

Large Scale Oil Pet Portraits

Posted on: July 31, 2019April 9, 2025

Welcome to our latest bespoke large scale oil pet portraits commission. This portrait was commissioned by Jamie and Lubka Hallam of their two gorgeous dogs Bilbo and Mr Kipling. Jamie and Lubka […]

Triple Dog Portrait in Pencil
Pencil Portrait Stories

Triple Dog Portrait in Pencil

Posted on: July 31, 2019April 9, 2025

Katie Rampton commissioned a triple dog portrait in pencil of their three dogs Winston, Alfie and Ziggy. Katie commissioned it for her husband’s birthday as a complete surprise. She purchased a gift […]

English Bulldog Pet Portrait
Oil Pet Portrait Stories

English Bulldog Pet Portrait

Posted on: July 31, 2019April 9, 2025

Welcome to Nicholas’ latest English Bulldog Pet Portrait in oils on canvas. Our client Mark contacted us earlier this year to see if Nicholas could create an oil painting of his English […]

Labradoodle Pet Portrait in Oils
Oil Pet Portrait Stories

Labradoodle Pet Portrait in Oils

Posted on: July 30, 2019April 9, 2025

Welcome to our Labradoodle pet portrait in oils by Nicholas Beall. Claudia emailed us to see if we would be able to create a painting of her dog Luna. But for a […]

Oil Pet Portrait of Boo The Pomeranian
Oil Pet Portrait Stories

Oil Pet Portrait of Boo The Pomeranian

Posted on: May 31, 2019April 9, 2025

Welcome to Nicholas’ latest oil pet portrait of Oil Pet Portrait of Boo The Pomeranian! Our client Sienna Mason Davies called our studio to chat about having an oil painting of her […]

Pencil Pet Portrait of Rusty
Pencil Portrait Stories

Pencil Pet Portrait of Rusty

Posted on: May 4, 2019March 19, 2025

Welcome to my latest Pencil Pet Portrait of Rusty which was a 20 x 16 inches drawing commissioned by a client in the USA. Verity emailed me asking if I would be […]

Dog and Cottage Oil Pet Portrait
Oil Pet Portrait Stories

Dog and Cottage Oil Pet Portrait

Posted on: May 4, 2019April 9, 2025

Welcome to our latest Dog and Cottage Oil Pet Portrait with our clients dog Stella front and centre stage! Our client Richard had one particular favourite photo he wanted to use for […]

Staffordshire Bull Terrier Pencil Drawing
Pencil Portrait Stories

Staffordshire Bull Terrier Pencil Drawing

Posted on: May 4, 2019April 9, 2025

Welcome to my Staffordshire Bull Terrier Pencil drawing of Ellie commissioned by returning client Jo and her family. I have been working with Jo’s family for a number of years. You might […]

Norfolk Terrier Pet Portraits in Oil
Oil Pet Portrait Stories

Norfolk Terrier Pet Portraits in Oil

Posted on: March 30, 2019April 9, 2025

Welcome to our latest Norfolk Terrier Pet Portraits in Oil of a beautiful dog called Freddie. Our clients wanted to have an oil painting at 14 x 11 inches of their beloved […]

Alsatian Pencil Drawing
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Alsatian Pencil Drawing

Posted on: March 30, 2019April 9, 2025

Welcome to my latest Alsatian pencil drawing of Nash. The portrait was hand drawn by myself (Melanie) for clients in North Carolina, USA. Mike wanted to have a large sized portrait, which […]

Maltese Pet Portrait Oil Painting
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Maltese Pet Portrait Oil Painting

Posted on: March 30, 2019March 19, 2025

Welcome to our beautiful Maltese pet portrait oil painting of Bob. Isn’t he gorgeous! Nicholas traditionally hand painted Bob at 16 x 12 inches. The painting is an on linen canvas, painted […]

Vizsla Pencil Drawing
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Vizsla Pencil Drawing

Posted on: February 24, 2019April 9, 2025

Welcome to my latest Vizsla pencil drawing of Kiwi. Catherine was a returning client and asked if I would draw a portrait for her as a gift. Very sadly Catherine’s good friend […]

Black Labrador Pencil Portrait
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Black Labrador Pencil Portrait

Posted on: February 24, 2019April 9, 2025

Welcome to my latest Black Labrador Pencil Portrait. One of my favourite breeds to draw is the black Labrador, because of their beautiful shiny coat and happy faces – just like Merry […]

Terrier Oil Portraits
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Terrier Oil Portraits

Posted on: February 23, 2019April 6, 2025

Welcome to our Terrier Oil Portraits painting of Blu. He was a gorgeous little dog commissioned by Jayne and her family. In actual fact Jayne’s family purchased one of our Gift Vouchers […]

Dog Oil Portrait
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Dog Oil Portrait

Posted on: January 28, 2019April 9, 2025

Welcome to our latest dog oil portrait of Spyder. Nicholas traditionally hand painted Spyder for clients Karen and her family in Ohio, USA. Karen’s husband took some beautiful photos of their dog […]

Pencil Pet Portrait Montage
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Pencil Pet Portrait Montage

Posted on: January 28, 2019April 9, 2025

Welcome to my first drawing of the year, a pencil pet portrait montage of Mikey. A lovely client in the USA commissioned the portrait of Mikey. Sadly Mikey passed away last year […]

Black Labrador Oil Portrait
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Black Labrador Oil Portrait

Posted on: January 27, 2019April 9, 2025

Welcome to our Black Labrador Oil Portrait which is the first oil painting of January! It was lovely to get back into the studio and start on the next batch of paintings […]

Oil Pet Portrait Commission
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Oil Pet Portrait Commission

Posted on: January 8, 2019April 9, 2025

Welcome to our latest oil pet portrait commission of Leya and Jack. Matilde Mourinho contacted us in 2018 to see if we would be able to create an oil portrait for her […]

Bull Dog and Cow Pet Portraits
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Bull Dog and Cow Pet Portraits

Posted on: January 7, 2019April 9, 2025

Welcome to my latest two bull dog and cow pet portraits. They are two separate portraits for the same client which I completed in December of last year. I have alternated photos […]

Weimaraner Oil Portrait
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Weimaraner Oil Portrait

Posted on: January 6, 2019April 9, 2025

Welcome to our Weimaraner oil portrait of Keo, traditionally hand painted by Nicholas. The oil painting of Keo was completed just prior to Christmas in 2018 for client Lyndsey, here in the […]

Bichon Frise Oil Painting
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Bichon Frise Oil Painting

Posted on: December 26, 2018March 14, 2025

Welcome to our latest Bichon Frise Oil Painting! This portrait was painted in October 2018 by Nicholas for a client in the USA. Jennifer commissioned it to give as a gift to her […]

Dog Portrait of Dessie and Jasper
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Dog Portrait of Dessie and Jasper

Posted on: December 3, 2018April 6, 2025

Welcome to our latest dog portrait of Dessie and Jasper. The oil painting was commissioned by a lovely client here in the UK. It was to be a surprise gift for his […]

King Charles Spaniel Pet Portraits
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King Charles Spaniel Pet Portraits

Posted on: December 3, 2018April 9, 2025

Welcome to Nicholas’ latest King Charles Spaniel pet portraits oil painting of Boone. Readers may have noticed that we haven’t posted any of Nicholas’ oil paintings recently. I will be adding them […]

Beagle Pet Portrait of Blue
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Beagle Pet Portrait of Blue

Posted on: December 2, 2018March 14, 2025

Welcome to my latest portrait and yes it’s another beagle pet portrait! I love that my clients rescue dogs, it warms my heart to know that they are now in a loving home and safe environment. […]

Boxer Dog Pencil Drawing
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Boxer Dog Pencil Drawing

Posted on: November 14, 2018April 9, 2025

Welcome to my latest Boxer Dog Pencil Drawing of the gorgeous Lola. Linda emailed me a few months ago and asked if I would be able to get a pencil drawing completed […]

Dog Pencil Drawing
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Dog Pencil Drawing

Posted on: November 5, 2018March 14, 2025

Welcome to my latest dog pencil drawing of a gorgeous dog called Stormy. The portrait was commissioned by a lovely family here in the UK. I spoke to Mike on the phone […]

Beagle Pencil Pet Portrait of Frannie
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Beagle Pencil Pet Portrait of Frannie

Posted on: November 5, 2018March 14, 2025

Welcome to my latest Beagle pencil pet portrait of Frannie! Frannie’s pet portrait was commissioned by a returning client in the USA. Ben has commissioned a number of pencil portraits of his dogs. […]

Black Labrador Pencil Drawing
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Black Labrador Pencil Drawing

Posted on: October 28, 2018April 6, 2025

Welcome to my latest Black Labrador pencil drawing of a gorgeous dog called Albert. The portrait was commissioned by Steve here in the UK. He want4d to surprise his wife and family […]

Dog and Horse Pet Portraits
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Dog and Horse Pet Portraits

Posted on: October 25, 2018March 14, 2025

Welcome to my latest dog and horse pet portraits of Flash and Daisy! These portraits are for a returning client in Australia. I think a number of my latest portraits have been […]

Spaniel Pencil Pet Portraits
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Spaniel Pencil Pet Portraits

Posted on: September 6, 2018March 14, 2025

Welcome to my latest Spaniel Pencil Pet Portraits of Brodie. I have completed many spaniel pet portraits in pencil this year and Brodie was one of my favourites. I think they also […]

Golden Retriever Oil Pet Portrait
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Golden Retriever Oil Pet Portrait

Posted on: August 28, 2018March 14, 2025

Welcome to our latest Golden Retriever Oil Pet Portrait of Charlie and Eliot. Charlie and Eliot are sisters and they were commissioned by Nicole (USA) at 20 x 16 size. Nicholas traditionally […]

Weimaraner Pet Portrait
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Weimaraner Pet Portrait

Posted on: August 25, 2018April 9, 2025

Welcome to our latest Weimaraner pet portrait, hand painted by Nicholas Beall. Isn’t it fantastic! I think it’s one of my favourite portraits recently that Nicholas has painted. The Weimaraner in question […]

Oil Painting of Pets Harry & Oscar
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Oil Painting of Pets Harry & Oscar

Posted on: July 29, 2018April 6, 2025

Welcome to our most recent oil painting of pets Harry & Oscar. The family of our clients Judy and Dave commissioned a 20 x 16 oil painting of their two dogs harry […]

Flat Coated Retriever Pencil Portrait
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Flat Coated Retriever Pencil Portrait

Posted on: July 29, 2018April 9, 2025

Welcome to my latest Flat Coated Retriever Pencil Portrait. It was traditionally hand drawn by myself Melanie, using graphite pencil. The size of the drawing was 18 x 14 inches on Italian Fabriano […]

Black Labrador Pet Portraits
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Black Labrador Pet Portraits

Posted on: June 30, 2018April 6, 2025

Welcome to my latest Black Labrador pet portraits to be completed on my drawing desk. This is Iggy and he was traditionally hand drawn by myself. My client Suzanna called me in […]

Spaniel Pencil Portraits
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Spaniel Pencil Portraits

Posted on: June 24, 2018March 14, 2025

Welcome to my spaniel pencil portraits drawing of a gorgeous spaniel called Mr Frodo. One of my latest pencil portraits to come off of my easel. I have completed many spaniel drawings […]

Shih Tzu Dog Oil Portraits
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Shih Tzu Dog Oil Portraits

Posted on: June 22, 2018March 14, 2025

Welcome to our most recent Shih Tzu Dog Oil Portraits of Dora and Dolly. These two gorgeous little girls were painted by Nicholas on our usual linen canvas using traditional methods. Returning […]

Pencil Drawing Pet Portrait
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Pencil Drawing Pet Portrait

Posted on: May 30, 2018March 14, 2025

Welcome to my most recent pencil drawing pet portrait of a gorgeous dog called Biscuit. I was so delighted when my client Jason sent through the photos for me to work from. […]

Corgi Oil Painting
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Corgi Oil Painting

Posted on: May 30, 2018April 6, 2025

Welcome to our latest Corgi Oil Painting by Nicholas Beall. The portrait, a 16 x 12 oil painting traditionally hand painted by Nicholas, was commissioned by local client Suzanna of her Corgi Luke. […]

Spaniel Pencil Pet Portraits
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Spaniel Pencil Pet Portraits

Posted on: May 2, 2018April 9, 2025

Welcome to my latest Spaniel pencil pet portraits! My drawing is of two beautiful spaniels called Jenny a Fern. My clients Tara and Mark purchased a gift voucher for Gail as a […]

Great Dane Pet Portrait
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Great Dane Pet Portrait

Posted on: March 20, 2018March 14, 2025

Welcome to our latest Great Dane pet portrait in oils on canvas. Our client Jennifer, from Florida USA, emailed to see if we would be able to create a painting of her […]

Spaniel Oil Portrait
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Spaniel Oil Portrait

Posted on: March 8, 2018April 6, 2025

Welcome to our Spaniel oil portrait of Wilf.  Steve contacted us asking if we would be able to paint his gorgeous spaniel Wilf who had sadly passed away. Steve’s first email was […]

Rhodesian Ridgeback Oil Painting
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Rhodesian Ridgeback Oil Painting

Posted on: March 3, 2018March 14, 2025

Welcome to Nicholas latest Rhodesian Ridgeback Oil Painting. This portrait will be a very special surprise for our clients wife as a birthday surprise! The Rhodesian Ridgebacks are called Maddie and Amber and […]

Oil Pet Portrait of Tilly
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Oil Pet Portrait of Tilly

Posted on: March 3, 2018April 9, 2025

Welcome to the story of the oil pet portrait of Tilly. We received such a heartfelt and sad email from our client Diane which we have added below. It is always so […]

Spaniel Pencil Drawing
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Spaniel Pencil Drawing

Posted on: February 15, 2018March 14, 2025

Welcome to my latest Spaniel pencil drawing of the most gorgeous dog called Monty. Sadly Monty is no longer with us, and Allie saw a pencil drawing I did of one of […]

Chihuahua Pencil Pet Portrait
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Chihuahua Pencil Pet Portrait

Posted on: December 10, 2017March 14, 2025

Welcome to my latest Chihuahua pencil pet portrait of a beautiful dog called Chowie. A local client commissioned the portrait of Chowie as a Christmas gift. They very sadly lost Chowie suddenly […]

Two Pencil Pet Portraits
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Two Pencil Pet Portraits

Posted on: December 9, 2017April 9, 2025

Welcome to my two pencil pet portraits of Mamesuke & Cinnamon. Yuki, from Japan, emailed me via my website enquiring about commissioning two portraits of her dogs Mamesuke and Cinnamon. Mamesuke is […]

Dog Portrait of Leon
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Dog Portrait of Leon

Posted on: December 4, 2017March 14, 2025

Welcome to our latest dog portrait of Leon painted by Nicholas. He has to be one of our favourite dogs that we have portrayed this year. Just look into his eyes soulful eyes! […]

Labradoodle Pet Portrait in Oils
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Labradoodle Pet Portrait in Oils

Posted on: November 22, 2017March 14, 2025

Welcome to our latest Labradoodle pet portrait in oils. Richard emailed in August 2017 to arrange a portrait as a Christmas gift for his wife of their Labradoodle called Amber. We do […]

Pet Portrait of Agarn
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Pet Portrait of Agarn

Posted on: November 14, 2017March 14, 2025

Welcome to the pet portrait of Agarn! The portrait was commissioned by our client Bill in the USA. It was to be a complete surprise for his husband at Christmas 2017. We […]

Great Dane Pet Portrait
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Great Dane Pet Portrait

Posted on: October 15, 2017April 9, 2025

Welcome to my latest Great Dane pet portrait of Deano, Ole & Neo. Our clients wanted a portrait of their three beautiful great danes, two of which sadly aren’t with us any longer. […]

Pencil Pet Portrait Collection
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Pencil Pet Portrait Collection

Posted on: October 11, 2017April 6, 2025

Welcome to my latest blog post where I thought it would be good to do a bit of a roundup of a pencil pet portrait collection of drawings from this year. I […]

Two Oil Pet Portraits
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Two Oil Pet Portraits

Posted on: October 3, 2017March 14, 2025

Welcome to the two oil pet portraits of Marley and Nohea! Our client Polly emailed us in 2017. She asked if we would be able to portray her two beloved dogs who […]

Entlebucher Mountain Dog Portrait
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Entlebucher Mountain Dog Portrait

Posted on: September 20, 2017April 6, 2025

Welcome to the Entlebucher Mountain Dog portrait of Lance! Jennifer contacted in 2017 and wanted to commission a painting of her partners dog Lance who is an Entlebucher Mountain dog. Jennifer had a […]

Dogue de Bordeaux Portrait
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Dogue de Bordeaux Portrait

Posted on: August 31, 2017April 9, 2025

Welcome to our latest Dogue de Bordeaux Portrait of Vinnie. Isn’t he gorgeous! The portrait was commissioned by a returning client Katherine for a special birthday celebration. Katherine email us telling us […]

Triple Labrador Oil Portrait
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Triple Labrador Oil Portrait

Posted on: July 17, 2017March 14, 2025

Welcome to the triple Labrador oil portrait of Maco, Rex & Rosie. Our client Katie contacted us asking if Nicholas could paint their dogs for birthday surprise. Katie inlisted her daughters helping in […]

Pencil Pet Portrait of Henri Bell for Actress Meg Johnson
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Pencil Pet Portrait of Henri Bell for Actress Meg Johnson

Posted on: July 10, 2017March 14, 2025

I had the incredible privilege of creating a pencil pet portrait of Henri Bell, the beloved dog of actress Meg Johnson. Best known for her roles in Emmerdale, Coronation Street, and Brookside, […]

Pet Portrait of Les and Alfie
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Pet Portrait of Les and Alfie

Posted on: June 20, 2017April 6, 2025

Welcome to the Pet Portrait of Les and Alfie. Kerrie and her mum emailed us to see if we would be able to paint a portrait of Kerrie’s dad and their dearly […]

Pencil Pet Portrait of Tess
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Pencil Pet Portrait of Tess

Posted on: May 17, 2017April 6, 2025

Welcome to my Pencil Pet Portrait of Tess, a very happy Labrador. The portrait of Tess was commission by a returning client who wanted a drawing of her sisters dog. The family […]

Dog Oil Portrait of Ted
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Dog Oil Portrait of Ted

Posted on: April 20, 2017March 13, 2025

Welcome to the latest dog oil portrait of Ted. Nicola, a returning client from Cardiff, commissioned a portrait of Ted the Dachshund in oils on canvas. She wanted it to match portraits […]

Dog Pet Portrait of Yogi
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Dog Pet Portrait of Yogi

Posted on: March 17, 2017March 13, 2025

Welcome to our Dog Pet Portrait of Yogi. Client Shane from Canada, emailed to ask if we would paint a portrait of their Bernese mountain dog called Yogi. We were thrilled and […]

Pencil Pet Portrait of Poppy
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Pencil Pet Portrait of Poppy

Posted on: March 15, 2017April 9, 2025

Welcome to my pencil pet portrait of Poppy. My client Adam was lucky enough to have received one of my Gift Vouchers from his family. He wanted to send me photos of […]

Tibetan Terrier Pet Portraits
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Tibetan Terrier Pet Portraits

Posted on: March 10, 2017April 9, 2025

Welcome to my latest Tibetan Terrier pet portraits is now complete. The portrait was commissioned by Caroline and her family as a surprise for their mums 60th birthday. Unfortunately, Hollie past away last year […]

Pet Portrait of Mango
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Pet Portrait of Mango

Posted on: February 23, 2017March 13, 2025

Welcome to my Pet Portrait of Mango, which was completed at the 16 x 12 size. My client, Sylvia, commissioned me to not only draw Mango, but also Ozie and Joey as well. […]

Pencil Pet Portrait of Ziggy
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Pencil Pet Portrait of Ziggy

Posted on: February 6, 2017April 9, 2025

Welcome to my Pencil Pet Portrait of Ziggy! Steven emailed to find out how to commission a pencil drawing of their dog Ziggy. Many clients have never commissioned a portrait before so we […]

Pencil Pet Portrait of Gus
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Pencil Pet Portrait of Gus

Posted on: January 29, 2017April 9, 2025

Welcome to my pencil pet portrait of Gus. My client Coren commissioned me to create a pencil drawing of their beautiful Labrador who had passed away. We are always so thrilled to […]

Spaniel Pencil Pet Portraits
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Spaniel Pencil Pet Portraits

Posted on: January 4, 2017April 9, 2025

Welcome to my Spaniel Pencil Pet Portraits of Charlie, commissioned by my lovely client Marcella. I was emailed in 2016 by Macella to ask if I would be able to draw her […]

Pencil Drawing of English Setters
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Pencil Drawing of English Setters

Posted on: January 4, 2017April 9, 2025

Welcome to my pencil drawing of English Setters Violet & Gil. My client Marcella commissioned me to draw Violet and Gill as a Christmas gift for her parents in 2017. Marcella also […]

Pencil Drawing of Rooney
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Pencil Drawing of Rooney

Posted on: January 3, 2017April 9, 2025

Welcome to my pencil drawing of Rooney. Marcella, my client, emailed to ask if I would be able to draw her sisters dog Rooney as a surprise gift. I was delighted! Rooney’s […]

Pencil Portrait of Three Dogs
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Pencil Portrait of Three Dogs

Posted on: December 4, 2016March 13, 2025

Welcome to my pencil portrait of three dogs called Dexter, Tui and Purdy. Heather, my client commissioned a drawing as a surprise for her mums birthday. She had one particular photo she […]

Oil Pet Portrait of Lucky
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Oil Pet Portrait of Lucky

Posted on: December 1, 2016March 13, 2025

Welcome to our latest Oil Pet Portrait of Lucky. Our client Ita, is a returning client and has commissioned oil paintings from us in previous years. This particular commission was to be […]

Dog Pencil Drawing of Mike
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Dog Pencil Drawing of Mike

Posted on: November 26, 2016April 9, 2025

Welcome to my Dog Pencil Drawing of Mike. Barry, from Australia, emailed me to find out if I would be able to draw his dog.  Sadly Mike passed away very suddenly and […]

Lady Bamford and Betty
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Lady Bamford and Betty

Posted on: November 9, 2016April 9, 2025

Welcome to my commission from Lady Bamford and Betty! This is the second commission on behalf of Lady Bamford for her staff. The portrait below is for Lady Bamford’s personal assistant Emma as a gift […]

Pencil Portrait of Zeke
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Pencil Portrait of Zeke

Posted on: November 9, 2016March 13, 2025

Welcome to my Pencil Portrait of Zeke. Zeke was a very much loved and very much missed Labrador residing in Florida. The portrait is an 8″ x 7″ drawing on Italian Fabriano […]

Pencil Portrait of Banjo
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Pencil Portrait of Banjo

Posted on: November 3, 2016March 13, 2025

Welcome to my Pencil Portrait of Banjo. My client Rob commissioned me to draw their family dog called Banjo as a surprise gift for his wife’s birthday. Rob had planned this special […]

Pet Portrait of Stanley and Jarvis
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Pet Portrait of Stanley and Jarvis

Posted on: October 29, 2016March 13, 2025

Welcome to my latest Pet Portrait of Stanley and Jarvis. The pencil drawing is a 24 x 18 pencil portrait which was commissioned as a thank you gift. The recipient Paula, was […]

Dog Portrait of Django
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Dog Portrait of Django

Posted on: October 7, 2016April 9, 2025

Welcome to my Dog Portrait of Django. Andrew, from the East Coast of the United States, emailed to ask if he could have a portrait of his friends dog drawn as a […]

Dog Oil Painting of Lilly
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Dog Oil Painting of Lilly

Posted on: September 21, 2016March 13, 2025

Welcome to our latest dog oil painting of Lilly, painted by Nicholas. The portrait is a 12 x 10 inches portrait and was painted as a graduation gift for a returning client. I have […]

Pencil Pet Portrait of Kilo
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Pencil Pet Portrait of Kilo

Posted on: August 29, 2016April 9, 2025

Welcome to my pencil pet portrait of Kilo. James (USA) emailed me a few months ago enquiring about my pencil pet portraits as their family had recently lost their beautiful dog called […]

Oil Dog Portrait of Mr Bones
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Oil Dog Portrait of Mr Bones

Posted on: August 9, 2016March 13, 2025

Welcome to our Oil Dog Portrait of Mr Bones. Our client Sarah, USA, commissioned an oil portrait of her sons sadly much loved and very much missed dog called Mr Bones. Read […]

Dachshund Pencil Portraits
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Dachshund Pencil Portraits

Posted on: July 20, 2016April 9, 2025

Welcome to the latest Dachshund pencil portraits that has just been completed. It’s funny how things are with the pets we paint and draw. This year we had two ‘Gypsy’s’ in a row […]

Dachshund Oil Painting of Lilly
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Dachshund Oil Painting of Lilly

Posted on: July 18, 2016March 13, 2025

Welcome to our latest and most gorgeous piece to be completed of a Dachshund oil painting of Lilly. The portrait of Lilly was commission by returning client Nicola from Cardiff. Nicolas has […]

Oil Painting of Amber
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Oil Painting of Amber

Posted on: July 1, 2016April 6, 2025

Welcome to the oil painting of Amber. This oil painting was commissioned by a returning client, Una. At the same time she also commissioned an oil painting of her horse Chico. You […]

Pencil Pet Portraits of Teasel
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Pencil Pet Portraits of Teasel

Posted on: March 28, 2016April 6, 2025

Welcome to my latest Pencil Pet Portraits of Teasel and the story behind the portrait. The pencil drawing is a 12 x 10 sized portrait Hot Pressed paper. It was drawn for […]

Pencil Pet Portraits Montage
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Pencil Pet Portraits Montage

Posted on: December 12, 2015April 9, 2025

Welcome to my latest pencil pet portraits montage. Dean, my latest pencil montage, was for a returning client called Lizabeth. The portrait is a 18 x 14 drawing which was framed and sent […]

Pencil Drawing of Murphy
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Pencil Drawing of Murphy

Posted on: November 12, 2015March 12, 2025

Welcome to my latest pencil drawing of Murphy to come off of my easel. The portrait of Murphy was commissioned by a returning client called Karen here in the UK. Karen had […]

Cat Portrait of Ginger and Maggie
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Cat Portrait of Ginger and Maggie

Posted on: November 12, 2015April 6, 2025

Welcome to our cat portrait of Ginger and Maggie.  Our client Irene contacted us to see if we could create an oil painting of her two cats Ginger and Maggie. Sadly Ginger […]

Pencil Pet Portrait of Daisy
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Pencil Pet Portrait of Daisy

Posted on: November 2, 2015March 12, 2025

Welcome to my pencil pet portrait of Daisy. Mary contacted me to see if I would be able to draw a portrait of Daisy for her daughters birthday gift. Her favourite photos […]

Pencil Dog Portrait of Peppa
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Pencil Dog Portrait of Peppa

Posted on: October 26, 2015March 12, 2025

Welcome to my pencil dog portrait of Peppa. My client Emma contacted me via email asking about having a pencil drawing created of their 2 year old Black Labrador Peppa. She wanted […]

Labrador Dog Portrait
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Labrador Dog Portrait

Posted on: October 20, 2015March 12, 2025

Welcome to the Labrador dog portrait of Zizou, Gingko & Rover. Nicholas completed a stunning painting at 30 x 24 in oils on canvas. The dogs are Rover, (grandfather now deceased), Zizou, 8yrs (son […]

Dog Portrait of Maggie and Max
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Dog Portrait of Maggie and Max

Posted on: September 11, 2015March 12, 2025

Welcome to the Dog Portrait of Maggie and Max. We received this wonderful initial email form Kevin, which laid out his requirements extremely well. We love it when clients have an idea […]

Dog Portrait in Oil
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Dog Portrait in Oil

Posted on: August 21, 2015March 12, 2025

Welcome to the dog portrait in oil of Georgie! Alannah helped arrange two portraits on behalf of Taunton School for the recipient Jane. Read Alannah’s fist email below.. …The recipient will be […]

Cocker Spaniel Pencil Pet Portrait
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Cocker Spaniel Pencil Pet Portrait

Posted on: August 11, 2015April 9, 2025

Welcome to my Cocker Spaniel pencil pet portrait of Moo. Returning client Tracey contacted me to commission a pencil pet portrait of  ‘Moo’.  Tracey requested the portrait to be drawn from two […]

Pencil Pet Portrait of Floss
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Pencil Pet Portrait of Floss

Posted on: July 11, 2015April 9, 2025

Welcome to my latest pencil pet portrait of Floss. Lee Snowdon contacted me to find out if I would be able to draw their beautiful black Labrador called Floss as a present […]

Pencil Pet Portrait of Shep
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Pencil Pet Portrait of Shep

Posted on: June 13, 2015March 12, 2025

Welcome to the pencil pet portrait of Shep. Steve Reader emailed our studio enquiring about having a pencil drawing of his dog called Shep. Sadly Shep had passed away and you can […]

Pencil Pet Portrait of Doc
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Pencil Pet Portrait of Doc

Posted on: April 30, 2015March 12, 2025

Welcome to the Pencil Pet Portrait of Doc, my latest drawing to come off of my easel. Sadly Doc passed away on Christmas day and that was so hard for their family. […]

Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen
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Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen

Posted on: March 30, 2015March 12, 2025

Bilbo is a Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen. I drew him for client Tony Goode and his wife here in the UK. Tony called me here in the studio out of the blue […]

Oil Pet Portrait of Boomer
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Oil Pet Portrait of Boomer

Posted on: March 25, 2015March 12, 2025

Welcome to our Oil Pet Portrait of Boomer, the most recent oil painting to be completed by Nicholas. Kristian from Canada, got in touch as he wanted to commission an oil painting […]

Old English Sheepdog Drawing
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Old English Sheepdog Drawing

Posted on: February 18, 2015March 12, 2025

Welcome to my latest blog post of an Old English Sheepdog drawing called barney. My client Chris contact me a few months ago asking if she could commission a small portrait of […]

Jack Russell Pencil Portrait
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Jack Russell Pencil Portrait

Posted on: February 10, 2015March 12, 2025

Here is my latest Jack Russell pencil portrait of Judy, who had sadly passed away. Joanne got in contact asking if we would be able to create a portrait for her father […]

Vizsla Oil Pet Portrait
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Vizsla Oil Pet Portrait

Posted on: January 31, 2015March 12, 2025

Welcome to our latest artwork which is a Vizsla Oil Pet Portrait of Jack. Sadly Jack passed away early this year and Justin got in touch as he wanted a portrait to […]

Labrador Dog Portrait of Patsy
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Labrador Dog Portrait of Patsy

Posted on: December 6, 2014April 6, 2025

Welcome to our Labrador dog portrait of Patsy, traditionally hand painted in oils by Nicholas Beall. Our clients Harlan Crow and family, have commissioned three oil paintings in total. They have them […]

Boxer Dog Pencil Portrait
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Boxer Dog Pencil Portrait

Posted on: December 1, 2014April 9, 2025

Welcome to my Boxer Dog Pencil Portrait of Milo. Returning client Catherine Cave commissioned a pencil drawing of Milo in 2014. Sadly Milo had to be put to sleep so Catherine thought […]

Bulldog Oil Portrait
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Bulldog Oil Portrait

Posted on: November 30, 2014March 11, 2025

Welcome to our Bulldog Oil Portrait of Otis. This portrait was commission day returning clients in the USA. Harlan Crow and his family wanted an oil painting of their beautiful Bull Dog […]

Sheltie Oil Pet Portrait
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Sheltie Oil Pet Portrait

Posted on: November 26, 2014March 11, 2025

Welcome to one of our latest portraits to be completed which is a Sheltie Oil Pet Portrait. The painting is an 18 x 14 oil on linen canvas. Kimberly, based in the USA, […]

Pencil drawing of Junji and Daisy
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Pencil drawing of Junji and Daisy

Posted on: September 11, 2014March 11, 2025

Here is my pencil drawing of Junji and Daisy. Wendy and Malcom contacted me from Hong Kong. They asked if I would be able to draw their two French Bull Dogs Junji […]

Pencil Portrait of Non and Stanley
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Pencil Portrait of Non and Stanley

Posted on: July 14, 2014March 11, 2025

Here is my pencil portrait of Non and Stanley, two gorgeous collie dogs. Esyllt got in contact in 2014 to find out if I could draw her two collies as a surprise […]

Dog Portraits – Beagle Oil Pet Portrait
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Dog Portraits – Beagle Oil Pet Portrait

Posted on: February 17, 2014March 11, 2025

Welcome to Dog Portraits – Beagle Oil Pet Portrait which is now completely finished. Christopher the Beagle passed away at the great age of 16. Owners Dwayne and Jo Floyd (USA) wanted […]

English Bull Dog Pet Portrait
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English Bull Dog Pet Portrait

Posted on: January 29, 2014March 11, 2025

Welcome to our English Bull Dog Pet Portrait of Remington! The portrait of Remington is a beautiful painting, traditionally hand painted by Nicholas. Pattie and Tom from Hawaii commissioned the painting as […]

Black Labrador Oil Painting of Wilson
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Black Labrador Oil Painting of Wilson

Posted on: January 25, 2014March 11, 2025

Welcome to our latest blog post about our Black Labrador Oil Painting of Wilson. Debbie White, a returning client and proud owner of a delightful black Labrador named Wilson, shared numerous photographs […]

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