Coronavirus Update:

As I work from home, it is business as usual here in the studio.
If you are looking to book a portrait with me, you can find more information on my COMMISSIONS page or simply drop me an EMAIL

Welcome to my Pets, Portraits and Wildlife Art website

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​Hello, my name is Karen and I create pet portraits and portraits of people from my art studio in the beautiful, Northumberland town of Newbiggin by the Sea in the UK.

​I create wildlife paintings too, many of which can be purchased through this website as originals or prints.

​All my art is hand drawn/painted using lightfast products to ensure longevity. 
​Feel free to take a look around my website and get in touch if you have a question or wish to book your own bespoke portrait.
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Customer testimonials

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Just to say thanks Karen for the beautiful pencil portrait you did of our Lab x Retriever Dusky.
I really enjoyed following along as you created it and the result is absolutely stunning - so lifelike!
My husband loves his birthday gift and I would recommend your portrait service to anyone.
Thanks again
Best wishes, Julia "  ​ 

Julia Wood, Northumberland, UK

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​​" Many thanks - such talent "

R.Farmer, Hampshire, UK

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Dear Karen, The owl piece is truly magnificent! You did a beautiful job and I can't thank you enough! You are one fantastic lady and an unparalleled talent. Your ability is almost magical and I am very fortunate to have discovered such an artist. 
​All the Best!" 

R.Reis, New York, USA

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" Thank you Karen for taking the time to come up and photograph Lou, and for the time and detailed work put into creating his portrait.
​I now have Lou at home on the wall as well as at the yard. Thank you! So worth waiting for. 
I had not noticed his beauty spots lately, so thanks for capturing the real life likeness  ”
​Marianne "

Marianne M, Morpeth, Northumberland, UK

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" ​Casey is framed and on the wall! Every day I am more and more amazed at how Karen saw every detail that was important to me, and then put it perfectly to paper. From the little scar he got while filching a treat from a friend, to the little wrinkle lines on his nose (which incidentally are what made me fall in love with him at 8 weeks old), she captured them perfectly. And the feet! His feet were my weakness. And she got them perfectly! Thank you again, from the bottom of my heart! Xxx"

L.Schreirer, Pennsylvania, USA

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"Hello Karen, I just received the painting. It is absolutely beautiful and arrived unscathed - Thank you so much!
It will be hung on my wall with great pride. You have a god given talent that is heart felt, you make a lot of people happy so we can keep our ​beautiful babies for ever in our hearts and we can see them everyday and smile"
Thank you! 'Tank' You!"

D.Day, West Virginia, USA

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"Hi Karen, what can I say??? I’m speechless!!! The painting is everything I hoped it would be and more.
​We both really love it, you have captured both boys magnificently and we will treasure it always.
I am mesmerised by James’s blue eyes. I can feel them looking at me. My two boys together.
Thank you so so much. You have done an amazing job!"

K.Woodward, West Lothian, UK

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I got my lovely picture of Rosie & Lily back from the framers today and it’s up on the wall :).
It looks really brilliant and nice to finally see all the details as it’s been kept safely wrapped up.
​I’ve attached the photo, the picture is just the right size too.
​Thanks so much again x

Gemma Dell, UK

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"Thank you for taking the time and patience to get to the final result - I know from what you have said that her colouring was a challenge at times and I must admit it has been an eye opener to see the entire process from start to finish.  
I have had a couple of friends already express an interest in having portraits painted of their dogs after seeing Murph's progress so you may yet end up with some more commissions!

Thanks again, especially for making the whole process so easy from my point of view!"

J. Loveridge, Guernsey, Channel Islands

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​Gift ideas for your loved ones

All our portraits are hand drawn or painted using professional, lightfast products and commissions are created from your own photographs. If you are looking to book a commission for yourself or as a special gift one to someone, take a look on our COMMISSIONS page where you can find all the information you will need before getting in touch then you can fill in our online form to request a quote or to book your portrait. A personal FRAMING service is also available for our ACRYLIC paintings. Gift vouchers are ideal for that last minute gift and available in print or E-voucher format. ​Visit the Contact page if you wish to get in touch. 

BESPOKE COMMISSIONS

Get in touch to book your bespoke commission today. Portraits can take between 1 and 12 weeks depending on size and complexity - do let me know if you have a completion date.

TRADITIONAL HEARTS

Book your own Traditional Heart portrait with prices from £70 to £160. Great as a special gift to a loved one. These portraits can take between 1 - 3 weeks depending on complexity.

GIFT VOUCHERS

Vouchers can be purchased for any denomination and used for any of my services which includes: Commissions, original artwork, giclee prints or 1 day workshops. 
Buy original art created in acrylics or coloured pencils. Various sizes and prices. Payment plans available.​
Purchase a print from our gallery, order prints of your own bespoke commission or request a print of one of my artworks. 
Here is a video showing how my acrylic & coloured pencil pet portraits are created (samples from Christmas 2017) I use high quality, lightfast products to create all my portraits using a layering process to ensure a true likeness.

Enjoy the video and if you have any questions, please just ask!

PAYMENT OPTIONS

I accept commissions from within the UK as well as Internationally and accept payments via Debit/credit card payments, UK cheques or cash in person if you are visiting my studio. Debit card payments via bank transfer or Paypal, who accept all major credit cards and debit cards via their secure online website.  I also offer an easy payment plan for those who may prefer to pay via monthly installments. See the COMMISSIONS page for more details.

Step by Step Art Workshops, Articles & Tutorials

If you are interested in attending one of my art workshops or you are looking for articles and reviews on art products, I have a dedicated website which includes all this information and you can find mini tutorials on there too. Click the links below to visit the website.

SERVICES

Commissions
Acrylic Portraits
Coloured Pencil Portraits
Traditional Hearts
Gift Vouchers
​Buy Original Art
​Buy Giclee prints
​Art Tutoring
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