Your own Original Bespoke Dog Painting by Sam
There is a unique, quiet intimacy between a family and their dog(s) - an unspoken understanding that brightens our best days and comforts our hardest ones.
While their lifespans are far-too short, the impact they leave on our hearts is oh-so permanent.
Inspired by my own love for my 13-year-old Cocker Spaniel, Barney, I paint to bridge that gap. I strive to capture the 'well of love' our dogs provide, turning fleeting moments into a timeless tribute that you can treasure for a lifetime."
About Commissions in 2026
I take less commissions than I once did in order to spend a longer period of time with your dog, initially making preparatory study drawings, perhaps some small watercolour studies from your photographs and descriptions.
I spend time finding my best way to bring your dog on to the canvas. This may be your dog sleeping, jumping or perhaps mid-walk, I ask that you keep an open mind. The paintings I make are expressive, painterly and completely bespoke.
Artistic creative freedom to make your painting is essential. Once I’ve spent a little time with your dog (photographs) I’ll present my drawings, proposed painting sizes, and ideas to you either over email, WhatsApp, or a FaceTime call. We stay in open communication throughout the painting process; there are no big surprises at the end, just a beautiful one-off painting that we have made together through this special process.
I’ll be posting some of my most recent commissioned paintings to this page very soon. Until then, there are more details about my painting process below,please feel free to email me here too.
Much love
Sam x
Dog Painting Gallery
Terms and Conditions.
Timings
I like to give myself around 4-12 weeks to paint, though sometimes it’s a faster or slower process than this. This period includes drawing, scaling, media preparation, painting, and a little drying time. Your painting will leave my studio dry and art-varnished for extra protection. Your painting will be delivered protected and ready to hang on your wall.
Communication
This is a lovely process. We are in contact with one another throughout the duration of making our painting, so that there are no surprises and big reveals at the end (that part is all yours to share with your loved ones or our painting’s giftee). I will never overload you, but keep you in the loop with decisions as they are made in whichever way works best for you. This is normally via email, more recently whatsapp, facetime or in-person studio visits. As a tried-and-much-tested process, I can honestly say that our painting duration is a joyful one. I have lots of lovely testimonials from clients above, please do feel free to have a read.
Pricing
Up until now I have had my painting prices up and centre of my page here, but as my paintings are becoming more bespoke than ever in terms of sizes, collections of paintings and wall space, it’s hard to be general.
As a loose guide, my painting prices range from around £600 - £3,000 per commission. My painting fee includes handmade frames and courier delivery within the UK.
Copyright
As is the norm, as the artist, I get to keep the copyright of all art I create. You, of course, own the painting. I can and do make greeting cards, thank-you notelets, and postcards of your dog painting - either for you or me. We will chat about this during our painting process.
I love to use your painting (once you have approved it) to share on my social channels and add to my portfolio of paintings. Sometimes, these may be useful in the future for licensing, portfolio sales, or other reasons, but I will do my best to keep you informed along the way.
Recommendations
Many of my painting commissions come from word-of-mouth, which I love. I am so grateful to those who pass on my details. If this is you, then a huge thank you ❤️. I have a list of testimonials below too x
Postage
Delivery within the UK is included in your painting price.
Overseas delivery is available, please email me here for details.
I’m delighted to have a number of happy reviews for Dog Portrait Paintings over on Trustpilot
