Pet Portraits Make the Perfect Gift

Pet portrait gifts are incredibly versatile, both in occasion and recipient. Over the years, I’ve painted them for anniversaries, Christmas, Valentine’s Day, birthdays, graduations, and even retirements. They’ve been given to spouses, siblings, parents, children, and co-workers.

When the subject is someone’s beloved companion (whether furry, feathery, or human), it’s hard to go wrong with a gift that’s been thoughtfully planned and features someone they love.

Jefferson: The First Portrait

A few years ago, Rachel reached out to me to create a portrait of her dog, Jefferson, as a birthday gift for her fiancé, Donte. Jefferson, with his sweet face and expressive eyes, was a joy to paint. I love his one floppy ear!

From Rachel

“OMG!!! Rebecca! It’s better than I ever could have imagined. I am so grateful for this!”

The portrait captured Jefferson’s warmth and character, and as it turned out, it also sparked the idea for a second painting.

Franklin: A Gift in Return

Almost immediately after he recieved the painting, I received a message from Donte. He wanted to secretly commission a portrait of Franklin, their newest four-legged family member, as a wedding anniversary surprise for Rachel.

Franklin’s portrait became the perfect complement to Jefferson’s. Now, the two paintings hang side-by-side in their home. A matched set of memories and love, created and exchanged between two people.

Featured Image & Framing the Story

For this post, the featured image is a wonderful photo provided by Dante showing the two portraits together, side by side. Sometimes the best stories aren’t about just one painting, but how portraits can connect people and moments over time.

If you’re inspired to commission a portrait for someone special (or yourself), you can learn more on my commissions page.