Hi! My name is Melanie, a classically trained artist with over 25 years of experience. I create realistic pet portrait drawings from your photos of dogs, cats, and horses.
I am based in the UK in the beautiful Welsh countryside, however I send my portraits all over the world. So wherever you are, please do get in touch to enquire about a commission. I look forward to working with you on a portrait!
Melanie and Lily
Graphite pencil has long been my preferred medium, offering the perfect balance to create realistic yet subtly delicate portraits of animals. It is a timeless, classic choice, ideal for capturing each subject on my drawing board.
View my gallery below, have a wander around my website and if you have any questions please let me know.
Melanie and Lily
If you would like to get to know me a little better take a look at my about me page. Here you will see photos from our studio, garden and days out with our dog Lily. Along with our chickens too.
I work alongside my husband, who’s also an artist, from our peaceful garden art studio nestled in the rural Welsh countryside. Surrounded by rolling hills, our days are shared with our dog Lily and cheeky chickens in our garden.
It’s from this little slice of heaven that I create pet portraits that now hang proudly in homes around the world.
My art studio, where portraits come to life, is nestled amongst the trees in our garden. It is a peaceful retreat where each portrait is created with care and precision. Both Nicholas and I work from here every day and it is a slice of heaven.
We are surrounded by nature and this tranquil space allows me to focus entirely on bringing each pet’s unique character to life in pencil. Come on down our garden and take a look for yourself...
Melanie's Garden and Studio
Dave and Brodie
There’s always a story behind each commission I receive. Every family adores their pets, just as I do with my dog Lily. So it’s a real honour to be part of that. I feel like I get to know each pet as I draw them. They sit with me on my drawing board as I bring them to life on paper.
Sandra commissioned a detailed pencil portrait of Brodie as a gift for her husband Dave. Brodie was a joy to draw, especially all those wonderful curls. Once framed, Sandra shared a beautiful photograph of the portrait framed, with Dave and Brodie. Visit my testimonials page to see more photos like this!
If you’d like to commission a portrait, have any questions, or discuss your ideas, I’d love to hear from you. Feel free to reach out via email or WhatsApp, and I’ll personally guide you through the process.
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Pencil Pet Portrait Gift Vouchers
Why not send me photos of your dog, cat or horse, I can help you choose the perfect photo for the drawing. We can chat about your pet and your ideas for a custom piece of artwork. Really looking forward to working with you!
