Pet Portrait Blog

Portrait ideas, gift guides, and tips for choosing the right art style for your fur baby. Written by Mercy, the mom behind Pet Pic Portraits, who inspects every order before it ships.

Buying GuideJuly 12, 2026

What a Custom Pet Portrait Costs: The Choices That Drive the Price

Understand what affects the price of a custom pet portrait: size, material, digital vs print, and framing. No dollar amounts, just the tradeoffs.

Buying GuideJuly 11, 2026

Pet Portrait Styles Explained: Oil, Watercolor, Sketch, and Beyond

Discover what each pet portrait style feels like on a wall. Match your pet's personality to oil, watercolor, sketch, royal, pop art, and more.

MemorialJuly 10, 2026

Turning a Favorite Photo Into a Memorial Portrait

Turning a photo into a memorial pet portrait, gently: choosing the image after a loss, what the process feels like, and timing a sympathy gift.

Gift GuideJuly 9, 2026

When a Pet Portrait Makes the Right Gift

A pet portrait gift fits more occasions than you might think: birthdays, Christmas, new homes, pet moms, and milestones. Here is when it shines.

Buying GuideJuly 8, 2026

Canvas, Framed, or Digital: Choosing a Pet Portrait Format

Canvas, framed, or digital pet portrait? An honest look at what each format offers, who it suits, and how to pick one for your home or gift.

Buying GuideJuly 7, 2026

Pet Portrait Size Guide: Picking a Size for Your Space

Pet portrait sizes made simple: what fits a desk, a hallway, a mantel, or a gallery wall, with inch ranges for each spot in your home.

Buying GuideJuly 6, 2026

How to Choose a Photo for Your Pet's Portrait

Choosing a photo for a pet portrait comes down to light, eye level, and a clear face. Here is what works, straight from your phone camera roll.