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I am a professional artist with over 25 years of experience and specialise in creating highly detailed portraits in acrylics or coloured pencils. You can commission a portrait of a pet, a loved one, or a subject of your choosing.
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Hello, my name is Karen and I create pet portraits and human portraits from my art studio in the beautiful Northumberland town of Newbiggin by the Sea in the UK. I create wildlife paintings too, which you can purchase 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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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 "
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!"
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 "
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!"
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!"
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
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!"
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
If you are looking to book your own portrait or as a gift for someone special, you can find all the information on the commissions page. You can request a quote or book your portrait through my online form or simply drop me an email at: karenmberisfordart@gmail.com. A personal framing service is also available for my acrylic paintings. If you are looking for a last minute gift, you can purchase a gift voucher which are available in print or E-voucher format. Visit the Contact page if you wish to get in touch.
Get in touch to book your bespoke commission today. Portraits can take between 1 and 12 weeks depending on size and complexity. |
Book your own Traditional Heart portrait with prices starting from £70. Ideal as a special gift for a loved one. These portraits can take between 1 - 3 weeks. |
Buy original art or a giclee print from art created in acrylics or coloured pencils. Payment plans available. You can also order prints from your own commission. |
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.
