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Tyson the Cat – Pencil Portrait from Photos

Welcome to the cat pencil pet portrait of Tyson. This was a really lovely commission to complete; it was a close-up head study, which are my favorite to draw. Graphite pencil is a really lovely medium to portray cats' fur in, especially their beautiful shiny eyes too. If you are looking at having a pencil drawing of your cat, you are more than welcome to email me your photos at any time. Read more about the cat pencil pet portrait below.

Close-up pencil portrait of Tyson the cat by Melanie Phillips, highlighting his eyes and fur.
Tyson

The Story Behind Tyson’s Portrait

The photos below show Tyson’s portrait on my easel and after completion. I thoroughly enjoy drawing cats, and Tyson was a real pleasure to bring to life in pencil.

Kim, based in the USA, found my website while searching online for a cat portrait artist who could capture Tyson’s character with realism and care.

After receiving the drawing, Kim gave me a call to say thank thank you. She shared that she’d originally searched for artists in America but hadn’t found anyone she felt confident in — until she discovered my website. It was a privilege to draw Tyson for her and send the portrait safely across the Atlantic.

You can read more about Kim’s thoughts on the finished drawing below.

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Tyson's pencil portrait in progress on an easel, with drawing tools for scale.

Client Feedback

"Hi Melanie,

As promised, here are a few pictures that I took. I hope all is well and thank you, again, for everything."

Kim
Close-up detail of Tyson's finished pencil portrait, showing fur texture and eyes.
Angled view of Tyson's pencil portrait on a flat surface, with pencils for scale.

Kim with her Portrait!

The photos below show Kim and her portrait displayed in situ. I really love it when clients take photos of their portraits, and I can't thank them enough for taking time out of their day for me! It really makes my website special.

Client Kim holding the framed pencil portrait of her cat Tyson in her home.

How It Works

If you’d like to follow a step-by-step guide of how the process works, head over to my How It Works page. Message at any time if you have any questions.

How It Works
Full view of the finished pencil portrait of Tyson the cat.

Custom Cat Portraits

If you would like a cat portrait of your cat similar to the pencil drawing of Tyson, you are more than welcome to visit my contact page and send me your photos.

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Final display of Tyson's pencil portrait, showcasing its detail.
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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!

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