Capture the Spirit of your pet through a custom oil portrait
Envisioned and hand-painted by Nivedita Joy
Not just wall decor, these unique portraits capture a life shared, a bond cherished, and the enduring love
I love animals, and painting them is my passion, and I want to honor your special animal friend by capturing their spirit through this creative expression. With a strong foundation from the Russian Academy of Art, I blend traditional fine art mastery with vibrant, expressive brushstrokes. I create each portrait with premium archival materials, ensuring your custom artwork stays vibrant for generations.
Begin Your Custom Piece
Please submit the form below to begin commissioning a custom animal portrait. You will receive a personal email from Nivedita shortly after to confirm creative direction and production time for your custom piece.
Commission prices are determined by canvas size. To make larger statement pieces more accessible, we apply a sliding scale: smaller intimate pieces begin at $4.50/sq. in., while medium and large-scale canvases transition to $3.50/sq. in. and $2.75–$3.00/sq. in.
Avalable to pick-up from Mountain View, CA. Shipping will be caluclated for an additional cost.
How I Bring Your Piece to Life
1. SUBMIT YOUR FORM
Tell me about your vision, including the space, subject, scale, and the details that matter most. The more context you share, the better.
2. RECEIVE CONFIRMATION
I'll reach out via email to confirm creative direction and production timeline for your specific piece.
3. THE WORK BEGINS
As soon as your spot opens in my calendar, I begin the handpainting process. Portraits are typically completed within 2-3 weeks, and large-scale commissions typically within 1-2 months.
4. YOUR HEROLOOM ARRIVES
Your finished painting is carefully packaged and delivered, ready to anchor your space for generations.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Will I get to see progress photos or previews before the painting is finished? Yes! If we are combining elements from multiple reference photos or working with custom backgrounds, I start by sharing an initial black-and-white compositional sketch, followed by a rough color block-in preview. This ensures we are aligned on composition and scale early on. Once the pet portrait is completed, I will send you a final preview for confirmation of likeness before applying the protective varnish.
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Can you combine multiple photos into one painting? Yes. If you have separate photos of your pets that you would like brought together into a cohesive portrait, we can arrange that during the initial consultation.
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Can I request specific color palettes or background tones to match my interior home decor? Absolutely. During our initial consultation, we can discuss your color preferences, the lighting of the room where the painting will hang, and your existing interior palette. Whether you prefer soft neutrals, vibrant outdoor tones, or warm earth shades, the background can be tailored to complement both your pet and your home space.
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What reference photos work best? High-resolution photos taken in clear, natural daylight work best. Focus on capturing sharp detail around your pet's eyes, nose, and fur textures. Close-up photos taken at eye level, rather than looking down from above, tend to make the most expressive and engaging portraits. Please avoid heavy digital filters or dark, blurry images.
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Does the portrait come framed or ready to hang? Paintings are created on stretched canvas with finished edges, making them ready to hang straight out of the box without a frame. If you prefer a framed look, standard sizes fit easily into floater frames or traditional moldings. We can also arrange or discuss decorative framing during our initial consultation.
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What is the turnaround time? Custom pet portraits typically take 1 week, depending on complexity. Oil paintings require an additional 1 week of essential drying time before varnishing and shipping. Please plan ahead for special occasions or holiday gifts!
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How do payment terms work? A 50% non-refundable deposit is required to reserve your spot on my commission schedule and begin the design process. The remaining 50% balance, plus shipping costs, is due upon final approval of your finished portrait preview before the artwork is packaged and shipped.
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Do you ship internationally or locally? Currently, I ship within the United States only. All shipped artwork is securely packaged in archival-safe materials with full insurance and tracking. If you are located in the San Francisco Bay Area, local pickup is also available in Mountain View, CA.