LITTLE PAWS. LASTING MEMORIES.

Your beloved pet,
beautifully captured
in watercolor.

Custom watercolor pet portraits by Michele Krasny, painted from your favorite photos. Explore her dog and cat portraits, then request a personalized quote.

Request Your Pet Portrait

A favorite face. A personal work of art.

A PORTRAIT BEGINS WITH LOVE

From your favorite photo
to something to treasure.

Original watercolor by Michele Krasny

Made personal, from the very first photo.

Custom watercolor portraits✧Inspired by your pet✧Personally quoted

THE GALLERY

Every face tells a story.

Explore original watercolor dog and cat portraits by Michele Krasny, plus studies in progress. Select any artwork for a closer look.

Black dog in profileWatercolor · Michele Krasny

Calico cat on a red cushion — watercolor by Michele Krasny — Calico cat on a red cushionWatercolor · Michele Krasny

German shepherd portrait — watercolor by Michele Krasny — German shepherd portraitWatercolor · Michele Krasny

Long-haired tabby cat — watercolor by Michele Krasny — Long-haired tabby catWatercolor · Michele Krasny

White dog on a green cushion — watercolor by Michele Krasny — White dog on a green cushionWatercolor · Michele Krasny

Tabby cat on a green cushion — watercolor by Michele Krasny — Tabby cat on a green cushionWatercolor · Michele Krasny

Dog with a checkered bandana — watercolor by Michele Krasny — Dog with a checkered bandanaWatercolor · Michele Krasny

Curly-haired dog resting — watercolor by Michele Krasny — Curly-haired dog restingWatercolor · Michele Krasny

German shepherd head study — watercolor by Michele Krasny — German shepherd head studyWatercolor · Michele Krasny

White terrier portrait — watercolor by Michele Krasny — White terrier portraitWatercolor · Michele Krasny

Seated tabby and white cat — watercolor by Michele Krasny — Seated tabby and white catWatercolor · Michele Krasny

Reclining tabby cat — watercolor by Michele Krasny — Reclining tabby catWatercolor · Michele Krasny

Black dog with a lavender bandana — watercolor by Michele Krasny — Black dog with a lavender bandanaWatercolor · Michele Krasny

Small dog resting its head — watercolor by Michele Krasny — Small dog resting its headWatercolor · Michele Krasny

Bulldog portrait — watercolor by Michele Krasny — Bulldog portraitWatercolor · Michele Krasny

Golden dog portrait — watercolor by Michele Krasny — Golden dog portraitWatercolor · Michele Krasny

Golden dog study in progress — watercolor by Michele Krasny — Golden dog study in progressWork in progress

Blue bird study in progress — watercolor by Michele Krasny — Blue bird study in progressWork in progress

BEFORE & AFTER

From a photo to a keepsake.

A favorite pose, a familiar expression. See the original photos beside Michele's finished watercolors.

A familiar expression

Reference photo of a tan-and-white dog with a tan patch over one eye — Before · Reference photo

Watercolor of the same tan-and-white dog, preserving its eye patch, pose, and outstretched paw — After · Watercolor

A quiet moment

Reference photo of a white dog peeking out from beneath a brown blanket — Before · Reference photo

Watercolor of the same white dog beneath the folded brown blanket — After · Watercolor

Those soulful eyes

Reference photo of a tricolor puppy resting its chin on a cream cushion — Before · Reference photo

Watercolor of the same puppy with its white blaze, dark ears, and resting pose — After · Watercolor

Every little detail

Reference photo of a gray curly-haired dog wearing an orange patterned necktie and blue bone-shaped tag — Before · Reference photo

Watercolor of the same gray dog with its orange necktie and blue tag — After · Watercolor

MEET THE ARTIST

Michele Krasny
Watercolor pet portrait artist.

Michele Krasny creates custom watercolor pet portraits. Each request starts with your pet’s photos and the details you would love her to capture.

Share a favorite expression, a special marking, or the story behind your portrait. These details give Michele a starting point for samples and a personalized quote.

Tell Michele about your pet

FROM PHOTO TO PORTRAIT

A little about the process.

A portrait, one brushstroke at a time.

Follow the same portrait through three stages, from the first details to the finished watercolor.

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The first details
A light pencil outline guides the first painted eye and nose.
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Building color
Both eyes take shape as soft washes define the face.
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The finished portrait
Layers of watercolor bring the familiar face to life.

One pet, three stages · Original watercolors by Michele Krasny.

Share your pet

Send your favorite photos, contact details, and ideas using the portrait request form.

Explore your portrait

Michele provides sample portraits and a personalized quote for your request.

Approve & pay

Approve your quote before making payment through the service selected by Michele.

Plan the details

Arrange project timing and completion with Michele once your quote and payment are settled.

Every commission is personally quoted. Sizes, materials, delivery, and completion timing are confirmed with Michele.

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Your pet portrait questions.

A few helpful details about commissioning a watercolor pet portrait from Michele Krasny.

How do I request a custom watercolor pet portrait?

Use the portrait request form to share your pet’s photos, contact details, and what you would love Michele to capture. Michele reviews your request and provides samples and a personalized quote.

Can I see examples of Michele’s dog and cat portraits?

The gallery features Michele Krasny’s original watercolor dog and cat portraits, along with studies in progress. The before-and-after section pairs reference photos with finished paintings, and the process section follows one portrait through three stages.

Which photos should I send?

Choose clear photos with your pet’s eyes and face visible, preferably in natural light. A few angles and a favorite expression are helpful. You can upload up to six JPG, PNG, or WebP photos, each under 8 MB.

How much does a portrait cost, and how long will it take?

Every commission is personally quoted. Share your preferred size, number of pets, special requests, and desired completion date. Michele confirms pricing, materials, delivery, and timing with you before you approve the quote and arrange payment. Submitting an inquiry does not require payment.

Share your photos and request a quote

LET’S BEGIN

Tell us about
your beloved pet.

Share a few photos and what you have in mind. This is a portrait inquiry, with no payment collected here.

Choosing your photos

Natural light, clear eyes, and an unobstructed face are helpful. Include a few angles and a favorite expression.

Up to 6 JPG, PNG, or WebP files · 8 MB each

Your contact details and photos are stored privately for reviewing your portrait request. They are never added to the public gallery automatically.

Private project review: email notifications are disabled. Payment and scheduling services have not been connected.

STAY IN TOUCH

Good art starts with a connection.

michele.krasny@gmail.com

Your beloved pet,beautifully capturedin watercolor.