​My artwork is created through the process of needle felting -- think tattooing with wool! Rather than using ink or paint, my medium is unspun wool. Small pieces are pulled off the roving, like pulling off a piece of cotton candy. Using a barbed needle tool, the wool is forced into a backing such as cotton, wool or linen, which serves as a canvas. 

While I love to felt dogs and cats, I am up for all kinds of pet and animal challenges!  Or if you have an idea for a custom piece that is not a portrait, I'd love to chat!

I work off of a photograph of your choosing to recreate your pet in wool. (See tips for choosing a photograph below!). Turnaround time varies on the time of year and the number of commissions I am working on at the time of your order. Most artwork can be available within two weeks.

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​Options & Pricing

​​Do you want a realistic or colorful portrait?

Realistic Portraits

Colorful Portraits

The price per piece is dependent on the level of detail and realism desired. Portraits in bright colors will be at the low end of the range, while truly realistic portraits would be at the high end.  All artwork comes matted and framed, or stretched on a wooden frame (like a canvas).

How would you like it framed?

Matted and framed.
(included in pricing below)

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Stretched on a frame like a canvas.
​(included in pricing below)

Wooden floater frame available for some sizes for an additional charge.

What size would you like?

These are the most popular sizes for portraits.  If you would like a different size than what is listed, let me know!

• 8 inch x 8 inch:  colorful: $140, realistic: $240 (plus shipping if applicable)
• 8 inch x 10 inch: colorful: $155, realistic: $255 (plus shipping if applicable)
• 11 inch x 14 inch: colorful: $215, realistic: $315 (plus shipping if applicable)

It is possible to do multiple pets per piece, at my discretion (if the composition works), for an additional cost per pet. For this an 11x14 is recommended.

​choosing a photo

• Choose one high quality photo that will be replicated as your portrait. The pet's entire face should be in focus, with no blurriness.
• Eye-level photos work best, rather than photos taken from above.
• Avoid harsh sun and shadows and indoor lighting at nighttime. Shaded, natural light works best.
• I am only able to use a photo from a professional photographer if you own the rights to reproduce the photo, or if I receive their written permission.
• Please note that I retain the rights to reproduce (ie. as prints, or promotional material) any artwork created from your submitted photo.