Good Eye Fine Art
Custom, hand painted, pastel pet portraits
Because pets are family
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Why commission a portrait of your pet?
We commission paintings to celebrate those we love, to say: you mattered, you were here, you were cherished. We hang portraits of children on our walls. Our pets deserve no less. They greet us without judgement, love us without condition, and ask for nothing in return but our presence. They are woven into the fabric of our daily lives - curled at our feet, pressed against our side, waiting at the door. They are family. Not like family. Family. A portrait does not simply decorate a wall. It also declares, that this life was loved. That this bond is real. Whether your beloved pet is by your side today, or lives now only in your heart, a commissioned portrait preserves that enduring love in a work of art that forever keeps the warmth of their presence in your home.
"I cried when I unwrapped it. You captured his spirit perfectly." - Keri from Austin, TX
"We commissioned this as a memorial after the sudden loss of our standard poodle of 11 years. It hangs in our family room and everyday brings us comfort and joy." -Rachel from St. Paul, MN
I was gifted a portrait of my best friend for Father's Day and I hung it on my wall along side photos of my grandchildren. It makes me smile every time I see it. -Harry from Atlanta, GA
About the Artist
Hi, I'm Yael Pastel. I'm an Austin based pastel artist who specializes in painting fine art quality pet portraits with radiant lifelike eyes, three dimensional fur effect, and rich colors to create meaningful artwork that brings warmth and joy to your home. I combine classical techniques and my own expressive style to create vivid, evocative, and original works of art which convey your pet's personality and honor the authentic love we have for our animal friends.
Watch me work
2026 Price List
Standard
11x14 or 12x12
One pet $500
Two pets together $650*
Large
16x20
One pet $650
Two pets together $800*
*For portraits with 2 pets together, your reference photo must be of the pets together. See my FAQ for more information.
*Please email yael@goodeyefineart.com for inquiries regarding custom sizes, more than two pets together, complex backgrounds, or if you have a unique portrait concept in mind to receive an individualized quote.
Book a Portrait
How it works in 5 Simple Steps...
Step One: Reserve Your Spot
When you are ready to book, just click on the "Book Now" button, fill out the form, and secure your spot with a $100 non-refundable deposit.
On the booking form, you will upload your reference photo and select a "color palette" for your background. I will use your reference photo and background color selection in the next step, the mock-up.
Q: What makes a good reference photo?
Examples of good reference photos
Q: What does "select a color palette" mean?
Step Two: The Mock-Up
Once I have received your booking form, I will email you within 2-3 days with a basic basic mock-up of your cropped photo with three background variations (light, middle, and dark) within the color palette you selected at booking. I will also send two additional background color suggestions, based on my artistic judgement, for your consideration. The purpose of the mock-up is to provide a digital presentation to help you visualize the overall composition of your cropped photo with the background color so that you can easily choose which will best complement your space.
Example of a mock-up with light, medium, and dark background options in a green color palette, plus two additional suggestions from me.
Step Three: Full Payment
When you have selected your favorite mock-up, the remaining balance is due. Invoices can be paid online via credit/debit card, PayPal, Apple Pay, or with a Good Eye Fine Art gift card.
Step Four: It's pastel painting time!
After payment is received, you will be added to my painting queue. I use only professional quality soft pastels and archival paper to create your meaningful and unique artwork.
Q: What is your turnaround time?
Step Five: Completion and Mailing
Upon completion, I will email you a photo of the finished portrait and let you know it's on the way! A flat rate of $50 is added for postage and insurance via USPS Priority Mail within the continental USA with estimated arrival in 2-3 business days. For postage outside the continental USA, additional shipping fees may apply.
I am happy to help clarify anything you may want to know about my artistic process and booking a portrait. Please visit my FAQ for the most requested information. If you don't see what you are looking for, send me an email and I'll get right back to you!