When I first started painting watercolor pet portraits, I honestly thought it would just be a little side project. I never imagined it would take off the way it did, but here we are with wagging tails, happy customers, and more portraits than I can count! Thank you for helping this little dream grow so big

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“I’m absolutely in awe with how beautiful this watercolor portrait came out. The entire process was super easy and it arrived quickly. This would make the perfect gift!”

Did you need a serotonin boost today?

Can you help me come up with a title for this painting?

Can you guess how long it must have taken to paint Ellie?

#petportraitartist #corgipuppy

Do you spot yours? Comment YES if you do.

Peekaboo art print is available for sale on our website.
Many thanks to everyone who have been supporting my work.

Momo and Dandy were found dumped in east Oakland California, along with their baby Madrid. They were sick with mild respiratory infections from being outside in the rain & cold, during a period of atmospheric rivers in Northern California. They have since been spayed & neutered as well as given their vaccinations.

These two bunnies are deeply in love. They are also very polite and well behaved - ideal bunnies all around! They are looking for their furever home where they can free roam some of the time & enjoy all the love they deserve!

Please contact @oaklandstreetbunz for more information about adopting them.

I cannot wait to gift this painting to whoever adopts them.

#bunniesofinstagram🐇🐰❤️ #adoptdontshop

Proof is in the pudding.

All I'm going to do this year is keep at my work and give back to the community that's been supporting me.

Thank you so much for your support!

Happy New year everyone!

I understand that it can be difficult to decide on the size while placing order. So I thought of giving a visual representation of the size differences.

If you need anymore tips, please comment and I may add them on to my next reel.

Please share this post with anyone you know that can benefit. Thanks again.

Packed and shipped!

Which one is your favorite?

Do you have a stunning black or white pet? I love bringing their unique beauty to life! This technique of focusing on light and shadow is what makes every portrait feel so real and full of life. It truly captures their personality!
What color is your fur baby? Please comment
If you're interested in a custom portrait of your beloved pet, check out the link in my bio!

PS: Say hello to arty

I cannot wait this little cheerful pup painting to find his home.

Cooper was adopted during the pandemic by a couple whose two Bichons had recently passed. They fell in love with him instantly, and despite him living in Las Vegas, they immediately drove there to pick him up. It's been a love story ever since! He's now around 11-12 years old and slowing down, but still has bursts of energy.

It has been an absolute pleasure to paint him.

#watercolorpetportraits

Hey, if you've been waiting for your pet portraits, here are some that have been shipped out. While I try to film most of the portraits I paint, last week, I had to focus more on painting rather than filming. I still make sure to scan all my artwork so stay tuned to see your pet portrait featured here.

#petportraitartist #watercolorart

Wookie's love story lives on. ❤️ It was a true honor to paint this special boy for his loving family. My hope is that this piece serves as a gentle reminder of the joy, comfort, and unconditional love he brought into their lives. Sending so much love.

Say Hi to Chloe! Can't wait this painting to reach you @emily.imus

I’m truly blown away by the incredible response at the Presidio Art Exhibit. If you haven’t had the chance to stop by yet, I’d love for you to visit tomorrow between 11 AM and 5 PM at Sports Basement Presidio. Seventeen talented artists are showcasing an amazing variety of work, and I’m so honored to be one of them.

While you’re there, you can also browse through my sketchbooks and enter a raffle for a special prize.

To everyone who has already made the trip to come say hi, your support means the world to me. Thank you so much for making the journey.

#artexhibit #artspan

Mark your calendars! I’ll be at the Dairy Room, Sports Basement Presidio on October 3 in the evening for a reception and demo, and on October 4 and 5 from 11am to 5pm. I’d love to see some familiar faces—your visit might just make my day!

A lot of work has been happening in the backend.

#watercolorartist #artexhibit

Do you know about Huntington falls at San Francisco?

Rocky’s story is a sweet one ,
he was rescued by once a college student and quickly became a social butterfly! He even loved going to parties. Rocky was especially fond of his longtime friend, Kitty Kitty. Loyal, kind, and full of personality, he had a special love for his toys.

#petportraitartist #watercolorartist #watercolorpetportraits

While editing this video, I had a new idea—rather than adding background music and muting the original audio, I thought I'd give you a real glimpse into life as a toddler mom who also paints adorable pets.

Spoiler: my little one has a lot to say!

Max is a special cat with a heartwarming story. For three years, he lived as a shy, semi-feral stray around an apartment complex, only allowing one neighbor to pet him. Though many believed he was over ten years old, a shelter later confirmed he was just four.

One kind resident began feeding him, slowly earning his trust. Over time, Max grew more comfortable and eventually made his way inside her apartment, where he got along wonderfully with her three female cats. After he was neutered, it became clear he had found his home.

When she moved in February, there was no question—Max was coming with her. Since then, he has transformed into the sweetest and most affectionate companion, following her everywhere and curling up on her chest each night. Though he's a big boy, he's truly a gentle teddy bear at heart.

#petportraitartist #AdoptDontShop #CatPainting

After painting him, I felt like he needed to be full body with his feet. Help me decide. Yes to feet or no to feet?

California is filled with every kind of beauty you can imagine.

#watercolorlandscape #watercolorartist

Tried capturing the beautiful enchanted forests that we visited this last week in my sketchbook. It was so dreamy and beautiful!

Princess Bambi as the name says it was always the Princess of the house. She's loving and such a loyal soul. It's been exactly two years since she crossed the rainbow bridge on 4th of July. Her family misses her so much.

#petmemorialart #petart

I loved working on this sketchbook so much that I couldn't wait to paint on it everyday.

#sketchbookart #watercolorlandscape #watercolorartist #watercolorsketchbook

Another month full of art,sunshine and fresh air.

Do you have a golden in your life,wish to be painted?

#petportraitartist #watercolorpetportraits #watercolorartist #petart

Sketchbooks change the way I see the world. They help me find the same sense of wonder in my neighborhood park as I would in a far-off destination. Beauty isn't reserved for exotic places—it's all around us. We just tend to notice it more when we're seeing something for the first time.

Get a closer look at Bokhee's portrait.

#watercolorpetportrait

Another page in my sketchbook! Misty forests!

#watercolorlandscape #mistyforest #mistyforestpainting

Get a Closer Look at Bean! Don't you love his curls?

Daily practice is just non-negotiable.

#watercolorart #watercolorsketchbook #watercolorlandscape

Celebrating the beautiful life of Nala, who has now crossed the rainbow bridge. Your love and spirit remain with us always.

#petportraitartist #watercolorartist #watercolorartist

Do you like to frame your artwork matted or no mat?

I would really like to know.

#petportraitartist #watercolorart #watercolorartist

This is Russell—He loved to supervise, always keeping a close eye during work and joining Zoom calls like he was in charge. If he felt the conversation wasn’t about him, he’d step in, twirl around, and chirp to redirect the attention. He also valued his quiet, alone time, just like his person.

He’s crossed the rainbow bridge now, but his presence and personality won’t be forgotten.

#watercolorpetportraits #watercolorcatportrait #petart

This is Bokhee. A calm, curious dog with a love for dosas, chapatis, and staring out the window for hours. He’s always ready to chase a squirrel, but mostly just enjoys watching the world go by. Painted this for a lovely client who happens to also be my really good friend. All I wanted to do was to capture his chill personality.

#petportraitartist #watercolorart

I have been wanting to add a hummingbird to my art prints collection for a while now. This particular art print is available on my etsy shop right now.

If you'd like to receive a 20% off coupon to purchase this print, please comment bird, I will dm you the coupon.

I wasn't sure if I wanted to add a background to this portrait but I'm so glad I did.

Here I'm holding up our 8×10 portrait for you to get a sense of scale.

Here's a closer look at Daisy! Swipe to see more details.

The word talent is so over rated, when someone says I am talented, I always feel humbled but also inclined to say I just spent a lot of time practicing.

I have just scratched the surface. There's so much more to learn, so many ways to make art.

After all, learning has become easier than ever, right?

What's that one thing you want to practice but putting it off?

This is Daisy — the cherished doll of the house, loved by all. She was here for nearly 14 wonderful years, just three days short of her birthday. Daisy lived a joyful, fulfilling life, bringing happiness to everyone around her.

Her painting made it all the way to Mumbai, India.

#watercolorpetportraits #memorialportrait

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