Melanie&Nicholas

pet portraits by commission | est 1996

Boxer Pencil Drawing

Welcome to my Boxer dog pencil drawing of Milo! This was a wonderful commission to receive, and such a lovely face to draw. It’s all about the eyes, don’t you think? Boxers have incredibly expressive eyes large, soulful, and full of personality. I really enjoyed drawing Milo, and below you’ll find more details about the commission, along with additional photos of the portrait.

Boxer Pet Portraits

The Boxer Pet Portrait in Pencil

I captured several photos of Milo’s portrait from different angles. Pencil can sometimes reflect light, so photographing from a slight tilt helps show the textures more clearly. Once clients approve their portrait, I securely pack and send it within 24 hours.

Pencil Portrait of a Boxer Pet Portraits
Pencil Portraits Reference Photos

The Story Behind Milo’s Portrait

In 2014, Catherine Cave from the UK contacted me to commission a portrait of their beloved Boxer, Milo. She wanted to create a surprise gift for her husband and I was thrilled to be chosen for the commission.

Sadly, Milo had recently passed away, leaving a big gap in the family’s hearts. This portrait was a way to celebrate his life and create a lasting tribute. Catherine chose a 12" x 10" drawing and the reference photo she provided was stunning, so sharp that I could capture a lovely amount of detail in the portrait.

Receiving client feedback is one of my favorite parts of the process. Below you can read Catherine’s email when she saw the final portrait of Milo.

Quick Facts

Happy Clients...

"Hi Melanie,
Wow - thank you SO much, it’s perfect! How very talented you are! So excited to see it!"

- Catherine



Commission Your Own Boxer Dog Portrait

Boxer dogs are wonderful subjects for pencil portraits, and I love drawing them! If you’d like a custom portrait of your own Boxer, feel free to email me with your photos. I’d love to discuss your ideas and create something truly special for you and your family.


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