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Capturing the Soul of Your Pet in a Portrait
Discover how I go beyond likeness to capture the spirit, soul, and essence of your beloved pet in art. A pet portrait is more than a drawing—it’s a reflection of your companion’s spirit. Capturing the soul of a pet is the most important, yet most challenging, part of creating meaningful artwork. Every flick of the ear, every subtle expression, and every posture contributes to their character. My goal is to convey that personality so anyone who sees the portrait feels your pet

Caroline Watson
Oct 282 min read


How Long Does a Pet Portrait Take to Complete?
Wondering how long a pet portrait takes? Learn about timelines, and what to expect when you order. Portrait of Bobby the springer spaniel waiting patiently When commissioning a pet portrait, one of the most common questions I receive is: “How long will it take?” It’s a perfectly natural question—after all, when you’re excited to see your beloved companion immortalised in art, you want to know what to expect. Every portrait is a labour of love, and while I aim to work efficien

Caroline Watson
Sep 253 min read


Scottish Nature-Inspired Pastel Landscape Paintings
Every new collection of work begins with a learning phase for me—absorbing, experimenting, and finding new ways to see. Over the past few months, I’ve been diving into the techniques of other artists whose work inspires me, and using those lessons to shape my own path with pastels. I’ve admired Alain Picard Instagram for his beautifully loose, painterly pastel techniques that show how expressive the medium can be. Scott Naismith Instagram has taught me so much about colo

Caroline Watson
Sep 52 min read
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