Melanie&Nicholas

Oil and Pencil Pet Portraits from Photos

Black Labrador Dog Portrait - Bryher

Welcome to our portrait of Bryher the Black Labrador, commissioned by a long-standing client. All of the oil paintings are created by Nicholas Beall. We work together in our art studio in the heart of Wales, UK, painting and drawing dogs for clients all over the world. Nicholas hand paints his portraits on Italian linen canvas using traditional oils and classical painting techniques. Scroll down to read about the portrait of Bryher and view more photos, including a lovely testimonial from our client.

Oil portrait of Bryher, a sleek black Labrador with bright, intelligent eyes and a gentle expression.
Bryher the Black Labrador

The Story Behind Bryher’s Portrait

Drinda and her family have commissioned us many times over the years to paint their beautiful Labradors. This most recent portrait was of their Black Labrador Bryher, who sadly passed away in 2018. Drinda wanted a special oil painting to remember him by and to add to their growing collection.

The reference photo used for the pose was lovely. Although there was a hand over Bryher’s back in the original image, Nicholas was able to use additional photos to complete the area accurately and naturally.

The portrait was painted at 16 x 12 inches, a size chosen to match the other portraits Drinda has commissioned. As you’ll read below, the family were delighted, and we’re hoping one day to see a photo of all the portraits displayed together in their home.

Happy Clients: Drinda and Will's Testimonial

"Dear Melanie and Nicholas,
It's arrived and it's absolutely magnificent! A big thank you to Nick for a wonderful portrait, he has captured Bryher's character perfectly. But after the last three, I expected nothing less! Once we have had him framed, I will try and take a photograph. When I tried with the others, I always managed to get a flash bounce back but I will have a go. He will then join the others on what my son artlessly calls the 'dead dog' wall and I will try to photograph them all.
Best wishes to you both,
Drinda and Will xx"

Contact Us About Your Labrador Portrait

We hope you’ve enjoyed reading about Bryher’s Black Labrador portrait. If you have a Labrador you’d like Nicholas to paint in oils, we would love to hear from you. You’re welcome to email us anytime and tell us all about them.

Commission Your Own Black Labrador Oil Portrait

Black Labradors are a joy to paint and make beautiful subjects for traditional oil portraits. If you're thinking of commissioning a painting of your Labrador, we’d be delighted to create something truly special. Get in touch to discuss your ideas.

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Send us your favourite photos of your dog, cat, or horse and we will help you choose the perfect one for your portrait. We are happy to chat about any ideas you have for a portrait. We can’t wait to get started!