Heart & Brush Pet Portraits
Some bonds are beyond words.

I'm Christine, the artist behind Heart & Brush Pet Portraits. I paint expressive pet portraits from photographs, capturing the soul and spirit of your furry family members in rich, heartfelt brushstrokes. Whether you're capturing your pet’s personality for yourself or giving a meaningful gift, these portraits celebrate the special bond we share with the animals we love.

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My Story

At my core, I’m an artist and like everyone, I’m still a work in progress. I'm also an author of Unfinished and a consultant. For most of my career, I've helped companies enhance the employee experience with a goal of enabling leaders, teams, and individuals to be and do their best.

I am still working full-time but making space to create again. This pet portrait work is a meaningful part of my own unfinished journey and a way to circle back to my inner artist in a more visible and authentic way, while continuing to positively impact others' experiences.

With an M.F.A. in Drawing and an M.S. in Psychology and Organizational Development, I bring both artistic depth and emotional insight to my work. My pet portraits are not just about a likeness. They are expressive and intentional, capturing the spirit of your pet.

Services

I create custom, hand-painted portraits that reflect the spirit and personality of your pet. Whether you’re celebrating your current companion or honoring a pet who’s passed, each portrait is created to feel meaningful, personal, and lasting.

Materials & Focus

Custom acrylic pet portraits 8x8 inch original acrylic painting on canvas. Head-and-shoulders composition to focus on expression and personality.

Rich Colors

Painted from your photo(s) with a rich, layered color palette using hand-mixed tones. Each portrait is painted by hand created with care in my expressive style, emphasizing shape, expression, and emotional presence.

Additional Touches

I offer custom color accents based on your preferences and will include your pet's name as part of the composition as an option.

Contact me with questions: chris.schindler8@gmail.com

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Thank you for your interest in a custom portrait! Please fill out the form below. Once submitted, you’ll receive payment instructions and next steps via email.

Pricing, Payment, and Timelines

Each 8x8" hand-painted portrait is $165 (tax Included).
Shipping cost is additional and based on your location.
A 50% deposit of $82.50 is required to get started.
Payments accepted via Venmo or credit card.
Portraits typically ship in 3-4 weeks after deposit and photos are received.
If you're working with a specific date in mind (like a birthday or memorial), just let me know and I’ll do my best to accommodate.

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Please upload at least one clear headshot-style photo of your pet.

How would you describe your pet’s personality? (e.g., playful, soulful, goofy, calm, protective, etc.)

Are there any specific colors you'd like me to subtly incorporate?

If you would like your pet's name included in the painted, please include it here.

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Heart & Brush Pet Portraits Some bonds are beyond words.