About Me and My Work — Kathryn Pitt Pet Portraits

I am an artist living in Los Angeles. I moved here from the UK 10 years ago and it is now home.

I adore paintings animals and I still get just as excited about a new commission as i did with my very first one. Not just because I love to paint but because I understand how people get so attached to their pets, regarding them as part of the family. Being a dog owner of a rambunctious, handsome golden retriever rescue named Hudson I am totally smitten with my canine best friend. A painted portrait of a beloved pet reflects the special role it plays in a persons/family life.

I create colorful, witty, smart paintings in which I try to capture the personality of the animal. As a result my clients get a very individualized unique piece of work. work mostly with acrylics on canvas but will accommodate if you have a preference of materials.

How to commission a painting

The process is very easy . Reach out and message me - I am happy to answer any questions or queries. Big or small project ideas are very welcome and I will try and accommodate any special requests. I will ask for you to send me a photo(s), the clearer the better, so I can get a good idea of the animals character.

I will explain the size, process and cost of a painting before we commit. Prices depend on the size of the canvas and how many animals in one painting. To give an approximation, for one animal, Prices start at $200 for a 10 x 12/ 10 x 10 canvas. $250 for a 12 x 14/ 12 x 12 canvas and $300 for a 16 x 20/ 16 x 16 canvas and so on. This is just a guideline and will be discussed before I begin painting. If you have a time period in which the painting has to be completed I will be completely honest as to whether this is achievable - I haven't missed a deadline yet!

For my watercolors there are three prices:

Small - $100 - 11 x 14

Medium - $200 - 14 x 20

Large - $300 - 18 x 24

I make sure my clients feel fully informed, engaged and excited about the project and that they are totally happy with the outcome. This and the fact that I am creating something that will be put on a wall and cherished makes me a very contented painter!

Please do browse my work and if you enjoy my style and want to know more, please do get in touch.

““Beautiful, witty portraits kathryn””

“He loves it! It has pride of place in the living room - it fits perfectly. U R one talented lady!””

“‘Thanks so much! i’ll definitely recommend your work””

““the paintings came!! they are beautiful...they look even better in real life so vibrant and cute””

““this is SUCH a lovely, perceptive portrait of a cherished companion. Chas is very dear to Jenny, which is why I commissioned this from Kathryn as a present for her. We couldn’t be happier with it””