Commission a Pet Portrait
Each portrait is a one-of-a-kind painting, created by hand with oil paint and a lot of care — just for you.
Whether it's to honor a beloved animal, celebrate a new companion, or gift someone something truly special, I take time to paint each pet with attention, expression, and feeling..
The Process
We begin with a conversation. I’ll ask you to send several photos of your pet so I can choose the one that works best for the painting — ideally with natural lighting and visible detail. If you have a specific photo in mind, I’ll be happy to work with it too.
Each painting is done with professional artist-grade oil paints on Gessobord (museum-quality panel) for small formats, or linen canvas for larger works. The style is realistic but expressive — you’ll see visible brushstrokes and subtle color shifts that make each painting truly feel alive.
Once the portrait is finished, I’ll send you a photo of the painting before shipping. If there’s a small adjustment you'd like, we can talk about it before I varnish and prepare it for delivery.
Timeline
Painting takes around 2 to 3 days, but oils need time to fully dry. I’ll varnish the portrait to protect it, and that adds a little more waiting time. Please allow around 3 to 4 weeks from start to shipping.
If there are other commissions in the queue, I’ll let you know your expected start date.
Delivery
Each portrait is signed, varnished, and comes with a certificate of authenticity. Paintings are securely packaged and shipped worldwide with tracking. Frames are not included.
Prices & Sizes
You can place your order directly below by selecting the size you’d like.
Full payment is required at checkout.
Notes:
If you're unsure about the best photo to use, feel free to email me before ordering.
If you’d like a size not listed here, just reach out — I’m open to custom formats.
All paintings are made by me in my countryside studio in Majorca, Spain — sometimes with a few stray hairs from my dogs. (No extra charge.)
How to Order
If you’d like to commission a portrait, just send me an email at hello@andreacastro.net with the size you're interested in. I’ll get back to you with availability and next steps. We’ll choose the best photo together and agree on the details before I begin. No pressure, no rush — just a calm and personal process from start to finish.