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Bichon Frise Pet Portrait by Nicholas Beall

Welcome to the Bichon Frise oil pet portrait of Lulu, commissioned as a Christmas gift. Nicholas Beall hand paints each of his oil portraits using Windsor and Newton oils on professionally stretched linen canvas, mounted on hardwood stretcher bars. You can feel the quality when you hold the canvas. It's so important to use the best materials when creating oil paintings that are designed to last a lifetime. Scroll down to read more about the portrait of Lulu and enjoy some lovely photos of the painting, including one with Lulu herself.

Oil portrait of Lulu, a fluffy white Bichon Frise with bright eyes sitting in a subtle garden background.
Lulu the Bichon Frise

The Story Behind Lulu's Portrait

Jennifer contacted us in 2018 to commission an oil painting of her mother-in-law's beloved Bichon Frise, Lulu, in time for Christmas. She sent over some wonderful photos, and the timing was perfect. Jennifer requested an 18 x 14 inch portrait and asked Nicholas to include elements of the garden background.

We discussed the composition with Jennifer and agreed to simplify the background slightly by omitting a tree directly behind Lulu's head. This helped keep the focus on Lulu while still retaining the garden setting. The final painting captures Lulu's soft white fur and bright expression beautifully.

The family were over the moon with the finished portrait. Scroll down to read their lovely feedback and see photos of the painting framed, along with a few fun shots of Lulu with her portrait!

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Detailed close-up view of Lulu's oil portrait showing brushwork texture on her white fur and facial features.
Detailed close-up of Lulu's oil portrait.
Another detailed view of the Bichon Frise oil painting highlighting the artist's technique on the dog's fur.
Another detailed view of the Bichon Frise oil painting.

Client Testimonial

"Hi Melanie and Nicholas,
This is great news!! It is absolutely perfect, thank you so much. They will love it!
Thanks again!
Best,
Jen"

"Hi Melanie!
Here are some photos :)) they love it so much!
Jennifer"

— Jennifer, Client
Happy client holding Lulu's completed framed oil portrait alongside the real Bichon Frise dog.
Client displaying the framed portrait with Lulu.
Beautifully framed Bichon Frise oil portrait displayed in an elegant gold frame.
Lulu's portrait framed beautifully.

Commission Process Guide

If you're thinking about commissioning an oil painting of your dog, take a look at our step by step guide. It walks you through the process, from sending photos to receiving your finished painting.

How It Works
Work-in-progress shot of Lulu's portrait showing initial painting stages on the easel.
Work-in-progress of Lulu's portrait.
Close-up detail of oil painting technique and brushwork on Bichon Frise fur during creation.
Close-up of painting technique on fur.

Commission Your Own Bichon Frise Portrait

Bichon Frises look beautiful in oils, especially when captured from a favourite photo. If you'd like to commission a painting of your own Bichon, we'd love to hear from you. Contact us and let's create something special.

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Completed Bichon Frise oil portrait displayed by the client in their home.
Lulu's portrait displayed in the client's home.
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