Character first
I look beyond markings and proportions to capture the expression and personality you recognize instantly.
Monty & meThe heart behind so much of my love for animals
Self-taught artist · lifelong animal lover
A life shaped by art and animals.
The expressions. The quirks. The little things that make them yours.
What guides my work
More than a likeness.
Made slowly
Each portrait is created by hand, one at a time, with careful attention to the smallest details.
Created with heart
Whether celebrating a new companion or remembering one deeply missed, every commission is treated with care.
Before Paw and Pencil
A lifelong love of drawing.
Long before pet portraits became my focus, I was drawn to subjects that rewarded patience: ornate architecture, polished metal, intricate shadows, and tiny details.
P&P
“I want you to look at your portrait and see them—not simply a beautiful animal, but your animal.”
Every commission starts with your photographs and the stories you share. Together, those details become a portrait made to live with you for years.
Tell me about your pet