Every pet deserves a portrait.

Photo Guide

Choosing the right
reference image

Your photo is the foundation of the portrait. Here is precisely what to look for.

What a great photo has
✓Sharp focus, especially on the eyes and face
✓Natural, even light, preferably outdoors or near a window
✓Your pet facing forward or at a 3/4 angle
✓High resolution, ideally at least 1,500px on the short side
✓Pet filling most of the frame
✓A calm, natural expression that shows their personality
What to avoid
—Blurry, grainy, or poorly lit images
—Flash photography, which can make the image look flat and lifeless
—Small thumbnails or heavily compressed files
—Your pet too small in the frame, making facial details harder to see
—Heavy shadows, objects, or other animals obscuring the face
—Strong filters that alter the natural coat colors
Oil portrait of a chihuahua in a blue jacket by Christian Cruz
Oil portrait of a german shepherd by Christian Cruz
Oil portrait of a dalmatian by Christian Cruz
Oil portrait of a black and white spaniel by Christian Cruz
Oil portrait of a borzoi in a black dress by Christian Cruz
Oil portrait of a yorkshire terrier in a pink and blue outfit by Christian Cruz
Oil portrait of a yellow labrador by Christian Cruz
Oil portrait of a small black and tan dog with a red bow tie by Christian Cruz
Oil portrait of a fluffy cream dog named Grim by Christian Cruz
Oil portrait of Lola, a black and white dog, by Christian Cruz
Oil portrait of Akira, a black and white husky, by Christian Cruz
Investment

Transparent,
honest pricing

Every portrait is painted to the same standard, using high quality archival materials. Choose the size that suits your space.

Small
$350
8 × 10 inch
Portrait of one beloved companion
Oil on panel · Easy to frame
Ships in 2–3 weeks
Handwritten certificate of authenticity
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Large
$550
12 × 16 inch
Portrait of one beloved companion
Oil on panel · Easy to frame
Ships in 2–3 weeks
Handwritten certificate of authenticity
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Additional pets +$50 · Rush orders (1-week turnaround) +$75 · 50% deposit to begin, balance on completion.

Studio pickup available · Domestic shipping included · International rates on request.

Every portrait begins with one purpose:

honoring the bond that made them family.

Oil on panel · Easy to frame Starting at $350 2–3 week turnaround Domestic shipping included

No payment is required to submit a request. I’ll review everything with you before we move forward.

Start your commission.

Tell me a little about your companion and the portrait you have in mind.

Oil on panel · Easy to frame · Domestic shipping included
Reference Photos
Show me who I’ll be painting.

Upload up to 5 of your favorite photos. They don’t need to be professional. I’ll help you choose the strongest reference, and you can always send more later.

Choose your first photo to begin.
Up to 5 photos, added one at a time · High-resolution images are automatically optimized before sending
A few optional details Gift, deadline & delivery
No payment is collected here. After you submit, I’ll personally review your photos and commission details before we move forward.
After You Submit

What happens next.

01

I review your request

I’ll look through the details and photos you send so I can understand exactly what you have in mind.

02

We finalize the portrait

We’ll choose the strongest reference, confirm the size, and make sure the important details feel right.

03

Your portrait begins

Once everything is confirmed, I’ll begin creating your painting by hand.

About the Artist
Christian Cruz,
oil painter & tattoo artist
"I put a lot of care into every portrait, because I know who I’m painting means much more than just a pet."

I’m a self taught artist with a love for painting and tattooing animals and the small details that make each one unique. What started as a painting made as a gift for a loved one eventually grew into something much more meaningful, and I’m grateful to now create portraits for pet owners who trust me with something so special to them.

I specialize in oil portraits on panel, working from your photographs to create something that feels personal and true to your pet. I put a lot of care into every painting, paying close attention to their expression, personality, and the little details that make them who they are.

Ready to begin?
Your pet's portrait is
waiting to be painted.

Commission a custom painting that celebrates the companion who means everything to you.

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