October collection - Perfect for Christmas

Painted by hand. Every single one.

I'm a Melbourne-based watercolour artist who paints pets the way their people see them — full of personality, impossible to forget.

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The artist

Hi, I'm Annalise.

I want you to see your pet in the painting — not just a likeness, but them.

I work from my Melbourne studio and paint every portrait entirely by hand. Nothing is outsourced.

Investment

Commission pricing.

All portraits are painted on 300gsm watercolour paper with the highest quality paints. Each piece comes with a care card and certificate of authenticity.

A6
14.9 × 10.5 cm
Small but mighty.
$195

A compact portrait, perfect as a gift or to slot into a frame you already love.

1 pet only
Best seller
A5
21 × 14.9 cm
The fan favourite.
$375

Sits beautifully on a surface or hung on a wall. The perfect size to show off your pet's personality.

Up to 2 pets
A4
29.7 × 21 cm
More room to breathe.
$550

A little more space for detail and expression. A great choice for multi-pet portraits.

Up to 3 pets
A3
42 × 29.7 cm
The statement piece.
$954

A grand portrait meant to be the centrepiece of a room. Perfect for multiple pets or full-scene compositions.

Multiple pets
Multiple pets
Size2 pets3 pets
A5 $487 —
A4 $682 $716
A3 $1125 $1135
Multiple pets can be added to A5, A4 and A3. A6 is one pet only.
Custom size or full body

After an A2, full body portrait, or custom dimensions? Get in touch.

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Every commission includes
  • Painted on 300gsm watercolour paper
  • Highest quality watercolour paints
  • Care card
  • Certificate of authenticity
  • High-resolution digital file
Reference photo
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The work

Each painting starts with a photograph.It ends with something entirely different.

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I paint dogs, cats, rabbits, horses — if you love them, I want to paint them.

The medium

Why watercolour captures something other mediums can't.

Watercolour has a unique transparency and fluidity that allows light to pass through the pigment, creating luminous effects impossible to achieve with opaque mediums. The way water and pigment interact on paper is unpredictable, lending each piece an organic quality.

This spontaneity requires the artist to embrace imperfection and work with the medium rather than against it. The result is artwork that feels alive, capturing fleeting moments with a softness and depth that resonates emotionally.

The beauty of watercolour lies in its ability to capture the ephemeral—the way light dances on water, the subtle shift of a shadow, the delicate bloom of a flower.

Why my watercolour captures something other mediums can't

What makes my portraits different.

Personality first, likeness second

A good portrait looks like your pet. A great one makes you feel like they just walked into the room.

Hand-painted, every single time

No prints, no digital shortcuts. Every portrait is painted by hand on 300gsm watercolour paper.

I study your reference before I paint

The way they hold their ears. The look they give you before dinner. I look for the things only someone who loves them would notice.

Trusted by hundreds of pet owners

Every collection sells out. Not because of hype — because the portraits are exactly what people hoped for.

The process

What it's like to commission a portrait.

Sign up below. Priority List members are the first to know when a new collection opens — usually 24–48 hours before the public.
Once bookings are open, you'll submit your reference photos. I'll let you know what makes a great reference — sharp eyes, natural light, a clear expression.
I paint every portrait entirely by hand in my Melbourne studio. I'll update you along the way and share a preview before I finalise it.
Your portrait arrives carefully packaged with a care card and certificate of authenticity. Ready to frame, gift, or treasure.
Reviews

From the people who've commissioned a portrait.

★★★★★5.0 · 47 reviewsVerified by Judge.me
★★★★★
"Annalise captured our dog so beautifully. I cried when I opened the package."
Sarah M.Golden Retriever · A5
★★★★★
"I've given these as gifts twice now and both times the recipient has been overwhelmed. She paints the soul of the animal."
Jess T.Two cats · A4
★★★★★
"Our rabbit Biscuit passed away six months ago. Having this portrait is like having a piece of him still with us."
Michael R.Rabbit · A5
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Questions

Things people usually ask.

Sharp, clear eyes in natural light work best. I need to be able to see the personality in the image — a photo that captures how they normally look at you is perfect. Avoid heavy flash.
Each collection has a set delivery window, usually 4–6 weeks from when bookings close. I'll confirm the timeline when your collection opens.
Yes. As long as the image is clear enough to capture your pet's features and personality, I can work with it — even older or slightly grainy photos.
Absolutely. I've painted rabbits, horses, guinea pigs, birds, and more. If you love them, I want to paint them.
I share a preview before the portrait is finalised and welcome feedback. I want you to love it as much as I do.
Yes — I ship portraits worldwide. Shipping costs and timelines vary by location and will be confirmed at time of booking.
Portraits are carefully packaged and shipped separately from our keepsake collections. As each portrait is an original artwork, standard free shipping promotions do not apply.
The beginning of something

Before the portrait, there's the paw print.

Every keepsake journey starts somewhere. Our Inkless Paw Print Kits let you capture their print at home — and one day, it could feature in a portrait or piece of jewellery too.