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Classic pet portraits of dogs, cats, horses, and other animal companions, painted by pastellist Eric Stewart
Welcome to Eric Stewart Portraits.
I have been painting pet portraits for clients since 1991. My clients value the surprisingly lifelike quality and unique essential beauty of their portraits, which attract attention and generate praise in tastefully decorated homes and offices across the USA and beyond. Being a pet portrait artist is, for me, the most rewarding artistic endeavor, as I am both animal lover and art lover. I enjoy creating works which are meaningful to people who feel the same way about art and animals.The mystique and beauty of painted pet portraits
Photo portraits are fine, but common. Anyone who is looking for a fine artist instead of a photographer to create their pet portrait understands this. There is an intrinsic value to a high quality art portrait which sets it apart from photo portraits. Visually, conceptually, and artistically, a painting is so much more. On a practical level, pastel pet portraits will not fade with time, because pastel is a more durable artistic medium than even oil paint.Absolutely the best pet lover gift possible
My pet portraits have the soft look of real fur. The eyes of my painted subjects appear so true-to-life that dogs and cats have mistaken my portraits for real animals and have growled and hissed at them. Recipients of an Eric Stewart portrait of their special animal companions, past or present, are always impressed and moved by the gift they have just unwrapped. Gift certificates are available for the gift giver in a time pinch.Pet memorials
If your animal companion has passed away, a beautiful art portrait of him or her is the most perfectly appropriate way to commemorate forever the unique relationship you had with your pet. The loss of a beloved pet can create a hole in the soul that cannot be filled. A pet can "grow roots" into one's being over the years, and it is very painful when those roots are pulled out by death or loss.A gift to a loved one of a memorial portrait of their special friend, now gone, will be warmly received and appreciated throughout their life.
When choosing a pet portrait artist...
I am a self-employed artist living in Washington state, and I personally create only hand-painted portraits. I mention this because there are portrait websites which sell computer-generated pet portraits, from client photos, which attempt to mimic an appearance of a painted portrait. This is a legitimate option for some, but it is not what I do. Also, there are portrait art websites who will outsource your portrait commission to anonymous artists in developing nations. With such companies, you may have no choice of artist, and your input may not be welcome. Knowing you can communicate with your artist at any time and receive a prompt, intelligible, and relevant reply can be of significant value in terms of ultimate satisfaction with your custom pet portrait. I will provide the courteous, personalized service you need in order to ensure that you are delighted with your portrait.Click on "your pet portrait" below to learn more about my portraiture. Enjoy!
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