Pets are more than just animals – they’re family. So it’s no wonder pet parents love to show off their furry friends every chance they get. Countless pet owners worldwide have even created social media accounts for their pets, sharing millions of cute photos online.
But why let all those adorable pet photos live only on screens? With our new AI Photo Editor, you can transform your pet photo into a stunning portrait – whether it’s a watercolor painting, a cartoon version, an impressionist masterpiece, or even a regal king or queen – and proudly display it in your home.
A quick overview for anyone looking to create a fun and delightful portrait of their pet: Simply upload a photo, choose a style, and watch the image transform in real time. If you don’t like the first style, try out the others until you find one you love. Once you’ve crafted an awesome pet portrait, select a print size, customize the frame style, and place your order. We’ll print and frame with the utmost care, and have the artwork on its way to you within a week.
Read on to explore all of the fun and creative ways you can turn pet photos into frame-worthy art, why custom pet portraits are a growing trend among pet owners, and how easy it is to get a museum-quality framed pet portrait delivered right to your door.
Why Pet Portraits? Celebrating Your Furry Friend in a New Light
Pet portraits have surged in popularity in recent years, and it’s easy to see why. These unique works of art capture the essence and personality of our beloved animal companions, turning a simple photo into a deeply personal keepsake.
Unlike a regular snapshot on your phone, a customized pet portrait immortalizes your pet in an artistic way. That could mean highlighting your dog’s goofy grin in a cartoon illustration or conveying your cat’s grace in a watercolor painting.
It’s a beautiful and heartwarming way to celebrate the bond between you and your pet.
Beyond the personal enjoyment, pet portraits are also trending as a décor choice for pet lovers. Many of us already frame photos of our dogs and cats as part of the family gallery wall. At Level Frames, pet pictures are one of the most popular subjects we see – accounting for about 12% of all photos we frame!
Turning an image of your dog or cat into art elevates it from a snapshot to a decorative statement piece. A framed pet portrait can become the focal point of a room or a charming addition to a gallery wall, adding a touch of personality and warmth to your space.
Every time you walk by that painting-style portrait of your pup wearing a goofy grin, it’s bound to make you smile.
From Photo to Art: Endless Creative Styles at Your Fingertips
One of the coolest things about our AI-powered photo editor is the variety of art styles you can apply to your pet photos.
Have you ever thought, “I wish I could cartoonify my pet” or “How can I turn my dog into a painting?” Now you can! Here are just a few of the fun transformations you can try:
Cartoon Pet Portraits
Turn your pet into a cute cartoon character! Cartoon pet portraits are a charming trend blending the whimsy of animation with the love we have for our pets, highlighting each pet’s unique personality and quirks
The result looks like your furry friend jumped straight out of a cartoon – a playful, animated style that’s sure to delight. It’s the ultimate way to showcase their goofy side.
Watercolor Pet Paintings
Pet portait in Natural Walnut frame and 2" of white matting
If you prefer a more artistic or elegant look, the watercolor effect is perfect.
Watercolor pet portraits have a timeless quality and look beautiful on the wall. This style makes your photo look like a hand-painted watercolor portrait, with soft brush strokes and dreamy colors. The translucent layers of watercolor create a delicate, artistic feel that can portray your pet’s features in a gentle light.
Impressionist Style
Ever imagine your pet in a painting reminiscent of Van Gogh or Monet? The impressionist style filter can do that!
This effect adds bold brushstrokes, rich textures, and vibrant colors to your photo, giving it that classic painting vibe. Your pet’s portrait will look like it belongs in an art gallery, with an artsy, vintage flair that’s sure to spark conversations.
Charcoal or Pencil Sketch
For a dramatic and classic look, try the charcoal sketch or pencil drawing style.
In this transformation, your pet’s photo turns into a black-and-white sketch, highlighting details with shading and texture. It’s a great style is great for a sophisticated portrait – for example, a noble sketch of your horse or an elegant drawing of your cat’s profile.
Anime and Illustration
Calling all anime lovers!
Yes, you can even render your pet in an anime-style portrait. Think big expressive eyes and stylized features that make your pet look ready to star in their own animated show.
It’s an adorable option for those who love Japanese animation art or want a cute caricature of their pet.
Similarly, there are other whimsical filters that let you explore creative themes – ever wanted to see your pet as a superhero, as psychedelic pop art, or as a Ukioyo-e style woodblock print?
Go for it!
Royalty Portraits
This one is super fun – you can make your pet look like royalty from a bygone era.
Place your pet in regal outfits so they resemble a king, queen, prince or princess in a classic painted portrait. Picture your dog in a Victorian military uniform with medals, or your cat wearing a royal gown and crown. It’s hilarious and impressive at the same time, truly giving your pet the royal treatment. (After all, they are probably already king or queen of your household)
The best part is that across all of these styles, you can preview each one until you find what you like. It’s incredibly fun to see your pet in different artistic universes. Check out the rest of the transformation options with your favorite pet pic today.
Fast, Fun, and Free to Try
You might be thinking that turning a pet photo into all these amazing styles sounds complicated, but it’s actually quite easy.
Our AI Photo Editor does all the heavy lifting using magic in the background. Upload your pet’s picture, pick a style, and watch the transformation happen right on your screen. It typically takes less than a minute for the pet portrait effect to apply.
Framing a pet portrait with the da Vinci style
The entire process is designed to be playful and user-friendly, so anyone can do it. No Photoshop skills or art experience required.
We are hearing amazement from many pet owners who are impressed with how accurately their pet is rendered in various art styles – from nailing the little details like fur patterns and eye color in a painting, to exaggerating that silly floppy ear in a cartoon just enough to be funny but still recognizable.
Print and Frame Your Pet Portrait
Transforming your pet’s photo into a masterpiece is only half the magic.
The real wow moment comes when you hang that framed portrait on your wall or place it on your desk. We’ve made it incredibly simple to turn your digital creation into a tangible, ready-to-display piece of art. Once you’ve created a pet portrait you love, you can instantly order a framed print in just a few clicks.
As a leading online custom framing service known for delivering top-notch results straight to your home, here’s how we handle the rest:
Professional Printing
We print your pet portrait on high-quality, archival matte fine art paper to ensure the colors and details come out vibrant and sharp. The artwork will look just as good on paper as it does on your screen – if not better.
Museum-Quality Framing
As experts in custom framing, we take pride in delivering museum-quality framed photos. Your pet portrait will be mounted and framed using premium materials, acid-free mats and all wood frames, to not only make it look amazing but also preserve it for a lifetime.
We offer a range of frame styles and colors, so you can choose one that complements your home décor or your pet’s portrait style. A rustic wood frame might work perfectly for that vintage oil painting look, or a sleek, galley style black frame for a modern cartoon portrait.
Delivered Right to Your Door
Forget running to a framing shop or struggling with your printer – we print, frame and ship the finished product directly to you. In about a week’s time, your custom-framed pet portrait will arrive at your doorstep, ready to hang.
When you receive your framed pet portrait, it will be securely packaged and truly display-ready. All you have to do is pick the perfect spot on your wall. Our customers often tell us how much they appreciate the craftsmanship – the combination of a personal pet artwork in a handcrafted frame really makes it feel like a piece of fine art.
In short, your pet’s portrait will not only look artistic, but it will also be presented with the same quality you’d expect from a gallery or museum. We want it to be a centerpiece in your home for years to come.
The Paw-fect Gift for Pet Lovers
Pet portraits aren’t just for decorating your own home, they also make fantastic gifts.
If you’re searching for a unique, heartfelt present for a friend or family member who adores their pet, this is it. A custom portrait of their beloved dog, cat, bird, horse, or any pet, framed and ready to hang, is a gift that’s guaranteed to touch their heart.
Whether it’s for a birthday, a holiday, Mother’s/Father’s Day (for the pet mom or pet dad in your life), or even to commemorate a pet’s adoption anniversary, a personalized pet portrait is an incredibly thoughtful gesture.
It’s something that most people wouldn’t think to get for themselves, but when they receive it, don’t be surprised if you see a few happy tears when they unwrap it! And pet portraits are not only thoughtful and sentimental gifts, they become a beautiful piece of décor that can be proudly displayed at home or at work, a constant reminder of that furry friend.
Another occasion for pet portraits as gifts is for when a friend or loved one has sadly lost a pet. When a pet crosses the rainbow bridge, their owners are left with memories and often many photos. Turning a favorite photo into a framed portrait can be a touching memorial gift that celebrates a wonderful life.
It’s a way to honor the beloved companion and keep their memory alive in a comforting, artful way.
Create Your Pet Portrait Now – Try It for Free!
Ready to celebrate your furry friend in a whole new way?
Create your pet portrait now by uploading a photo of your pet. It could be a goofy smartphone pic or a professional photo shoot – any clear image will do. Then, choose a style, watch the preview generate in real time, and get ready to frame.
Pet portrait in watercolor style, framed in our Cherry profile with 1.5" of matting
Your pet’s next portrait might just become your favorite piece of art in the house. Happy framing!
