Unique Oil Pet Paintings On Canvas

By Allan Hatchell


People often have a very close bond with their pet, getting a great deal of pleasure and comfort from their company. Images of animals have been recorded from earliest times, and nowadays photographs are taken of a pet in just the same as any other member of the family. However, it is possible to commission oil pet paintings, providing the opportunity to obtain a beautiful original portrait.

The special relationship between humans and animals goes back thousands of years. In the Caves of Lascaux in France, depictions of bulls, horses and other creatures are found on the walls. These images were made during the Paleolithic period, using stones to carve into the rock and mineral pigments.

There was great demand for animal images in China during the Ming Dynasty. Great importance was placed on a system of political and ethical meanings, which were incorporated into these images. Over the centuries the country has witnessed much change but many of the images still exist.

Animal oil paintings can be seen hanging on the walls of some of the oldest and most prestigious family homes. Visit any art gallery or museum and you will see further evidence of the popularity of this subject. Famous animal artists include George Stubbs, Winslow Homer and the well known German Expressionist painter, Franz Marc.

Today, a photograph is all that is needed for an artist to produce a beautiful oil painting. As the features need to be painted accurately, a high quality image of the animal is required. Several images can be provided for the artist, if preferred, but take care to only send copies not originals, or alternatively, forward the images via the internet.

For the best results, the portrait will be painted using good quality oils, onto a stretched linen canvas. The artist will pay particular attention to the pose of the animal, the shading of the fur and the expression in their eyes. If there is a really good image showing the pet looking lovingly up at someone, then delete the person from the image, so that the expression on the animal's face can be copied.

This type of custom pet art would also make a very original gift for any animal lover. It allows the memory of a pet to stay crystal clear, even when it is no longer possible to enjoy their company. Further information concerning oil pet paintings can be found online.




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