Some cat photographs feel like an entire conversation in one look. Those green eyes, the way they settle into a favourite place, the face they make when you come into the room: that is the character I look for when painting a watercolour portrait. For cat lovers in Durham, I make original artwork by hand from the photograph you choose.
Bring a favourite photo out of your phone
You may already have the right picture tucked away in your camera roll. It need not be a formal portrait; a clear photo of your cat looking relaxed and completely themselves can mean far more. Upload that photo and give it a place on your wall, where the moment gets to shine rather than disappearing among hundreds of images.
When the painting is a gift, the photograph can be the secret ingredient. A cat portrait makes a personal birthday or Christmas present, an anniversary surprise or a thank-you to someone who adores their companion. You are giving them a familiar face, not just a picture of a cat.
From reference photo to original watercolour
A clear, well-lit image helps me see the eyes, markings and expression. I use it to paint an original watercolour by hand; the finished artwork is not a print of your photo. The result is something made to live in your home and be noticed every day.
These paintings show how a cat's familiar pose can feel different through colour, detail and brushwork. Choose the picture that captures your cat, not the one that looks most staged.
How it works
📸 Find or take your best photo — a clear, well-lit shot works best
🛒 Upload it, personalise with names if needed, then buy — it’s that simple
✉️ Your artwork is painted and delivered to your door ready to mount, frame and hang.