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Pet Portraits by Commission – Pencil Drawings from Photos

Boston Terrier Pencil Portrait by Melanie Phillips

Welcome to my Boston Terrier pet portrait of Aspen! This was a fantastic drawing to complete, with a great reference photo that allowed me to capture Aspen’s personality and character. I specialise in hand drawn dog portraits from photos and Boston Terriers are a particularly fun breed to capture in pencil. Scroll down to read more about the commission and see plenty of photos of the portrait.

Boston Terrier Pencil Portrait by Melanie Phillips

The Pet Portrait in Pencil

I often photograph my portraits with my pencils on my plan chest to help provide a sense of scale. Below, you can see some of these images of Aspen’s portrait, showcasing its details before framing.

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Boston Terrier Reference Photos

The Story Behind Aspen’s Portrait

James Mosher from Houston, Texas, contacted me in 2015 to commission a portrait of their stunning Boston Terrier, Aspen. I was delighted to draw Aspen, especially after seeing the wonderful reference photo James provided.

The portrait was a surprise gift for his partner and James wanted a large 20" x 20" drawing to display in their home. I was happy to create a bespoke custom size drawing, which was the perfect size and shape for Aspen.

Many of my pet portrait commissions are custom-sized. While I list standard prices on my pricing page, I’m always happy to work with clients to create the perfect size for their space. Below, you can read James’ response upon seeing the final drawing.

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Happy Clients...

"Melanie,
Thank you so much!"

- James and Meagan



Commission Your Own Boston Terrier Portrait

If you own a Boston Terrier and would love a custom portrait, feel free to email me with your photos. If you are interested in a detailed drawing of your pet and would like to discuss your ideas, I’d be happy to help! I work from your favourite photos and can help guide you in choosing the best photo for the basis of the drawing.


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