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Melanie&Nicholas

Oil and Pencil Pet Portraits from Photos

Small 8x6 inch pet portrait gift with elegant presentation

Perfect Pet Portrait Gifts

Looking for the perfect gift for a pet lover? My beautiful 8x6 inch hand drawn pencil portraits are especially designed for a drawing of one pet, with gift giving in mind. Hand drawn by myself - Melanie Phillips, I beautifully present my drawings in an elegant gift box with ribbon, making them the 'perfect ready to give gift' that requires no additional effort from the recipient.

My charming portraits offer an affordable way to give a truly meaningful, personalized gift that will be treasured forever.

Whether it's for Christmas, a birthday, or as a touching memorial piece, my intimate portraits capture your beloved pet's personality with exquisite detail.

Elegant gift box presentation with ribbon Gift-Ready Presentation

Give a Gift That Will Be Treasured Forever

At £220, my small pet portraits offer the perfect way to give a meaningful, personalized hand drawn gift that shows you truly understand what matters to the pet lover in your life.

Drawn with love and attention to detail, beautifully presented and ready to become a cherished keepsake. Whether it's celebrating a beloved companion or honoring a precious memory, my intimate portraits capture what makes each pet special.

Ready to commission the perfect gift? Get in touch today and let's create something beautiful together.

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about commissioning the perfect pet portrait gift.

Our small pet portraits are specifically designed with gift-giving in mind. They come beautifully presented in tissue paper with elegant ribbon in a luxury gift box. At £220, they offer an affordable way to give a truly meaningful, personalized gift that pet lovers will treasure forever.

  • Perfect Size: 8x6 inches fits beautifully in any home
  • Gift-Ready Presentation: Elegantly wrapped and boxed
  • Professional Quality: Hand-drawn by experienced artist
  • Meaningful & Personal: Celebrates the special bond with their pet
  • Timeless Keepsake: A gift that will be cherished for years

Small 8x6 inch portraits typically take 3 weeks to complete from photo approval. This makes them perfect for planned gift-giving occasions.

  • Standard Timeline: 3 weeks completion
  • Rush Orders: May be possible for urgent gifts - please ask
  • Christmas Deadline: Book by November for Christmas delivery
  • Progress Updates: We'll keep you informed throughout the process
  • Worldwide Shipping: Allow extra time for international delivery

These small pet portraits make meaningful gifts for virtually any occasion where you want to show someone you understand how much their pet means to them.

  • Christmas Gifts: Perfect stocking filler or main present
  • Birthday Surprises: Thoughtful gift for any pet lover
  • Memorial Tributes: Touching way to honor a pet who has passed
  • New Pet Celebrations: Welcome a new family member
  • Just Because: Show someone you care about what matters to them

Absolutely. Many of our small portrait gifts are commissioned as memorial pieces, and they provide wonderful comfort to those grieving the loss of a beloved pet.

  • Thoughtful Timing: Often best given a few weeks after the loss
  • Healing Comfort: Helps focus on happy memories
  • Working from Photos: We can work with any cherished photo you have
  • Sensitive Service: We understand the emotional significance
  • Lasting Tribute: A beautiful way to keep their memory alive

Our 8x6 inch (A5) portraits are perfectly sized for gift-giving - large enough to showcase beautiful detail, yet compact enough to fit beautifully anywhere. Here's how they compare to other popular portrait sizes:

  • A5 (8x6 inches) - Our Gift Size: Perfect for desks, nightstands, and intimate spaces
  • A4 (8x11 inches): Traditional document size, can feel too tall for pet portraits
  • A3 (11x16 inches): Statement wall pieces, but can overwhelm smaller rooms
  • Why A5 is Perfect: Captures beautiful facial detail without dominating the space
  • Gift-Friendly: Easy to wrap, transport, and display anywhere in the home

At £220, our A5 portraits offer the sweet spot between affordability and impact - making them the ideal choice for meaningful gifts that will be treasured without breaking the budget.

If you would like to commission one of my drawings, but your budget doesnt stretch to a laeger size, this is the perfect and affordable way of doing so. You will be recieving a traditionally hand drawn portrait - the original!

  • Professional Artist: 28 years experience vs hobbyist artists
  • Premium Materials: Italian Fabriano paper, not standard paper
  • Gift Presentation: Luxury gift box included at no extra cost
  • Fast Turnaround: 3 weeks vs 6-8 weeks elsewhere

My mini pet portraits are wonderful to give as a gift and they are the perfect size to fit neatly in anyones home. They can work in an office, on a table, or on a wall in a treasured spot in the home.

  • Desktop Display: Perfect for office desks and side tables
  • Bedroom Nightstands: Ideal bedside companion
  • Gallery Walls: Great for creating pet portrait collections
  • Gift-Friendly: Easy to wrap and transport

The beauty of small portraits is that they focus on your pet's face and expression, so I need a clear photo that captures their personality.

  • Clear Eye Details: Eyes are the most important feature
  • Good Lighting: Natural outdoor light works best
  • Close-Up Focus: Head and shoulders shots are perfect
  • Sharp Image: Avoid blurry or pixelated photos
  • Multiple Options: Send several and we'll help you choose

Ordering as a gift is simple! I handle everything to make the process smooth for you and special for the recipient.

  • Contact Us: Use the form below or email with your requirements
  • Photo Selection: We'll help you choose the best photo
  • Gift Delivery: We can ship directly to the recipient
  • Gift Message: We can include a personal note from you
  • Surprise Timing: We'll coordinate delivery for the perfect moment

Yes! I regularly ship my portrait gifts worldwide. Many of my small portraits are sent as gifts to family and friends around the globe.

  • Worldwide Delivery: We ship to most countries
  • Secure Packaging: Carefully packaged for international travel
  • Tracked Shipping: Full tracking information provided
  • Gift Timing: Allow extra time for international delivery
  • Customs Support: We handle all paperwork for smooth delivery

Mini Pet Portrait Gifts - Perfect A5 Size

Ready to create a beautiful gift that will be treasured forever? Get in touch to discuss your requirements and we'll guide you through the simple process.

Affordable Pet Portraits Under £250

What My Recipients Say...

"Thank you for your superb portrait of Molly and Bandit that Rebecca has given me as a present. It was a complete surprise; I’d absolutely no idea she was colluding with you or why she was editing her pictures of the dogs so assiduously. You’ve caught not only their likeness, but also so cleverly their characters. With best wishes"

Commission a Portrait

Send us your favourite photos of your dog, cat, or horse and we will help you choose the perfect one for your portrait. We are happy to chat about any ideas you have for a portrait. We can’t wait to get started!