Melanie&Nicholas

Oil and Pencil Pet Portraits from Photos

Cat Portraits - Cat Oil Pet Portraits Gallery

Welcome to our cat oil pet portraits gallery. Nicholas has been painting cats for clients worldwide for over 25 years. He traditionally hand paints all of his cat portraits on beautiful Linen Canvas using the finest quality oil paints. Nicholas is continually commissioned by clients all over the world.

If you would like any information or advice on your cat portrait, please don't hesitate to email or message us at any time. We look forward to working with you soon!

Captivating collection of cat pet portraits in oil by artist Nicholas Beall.
Cat Pet Portraits in Oil by Nicholas Beall

Cat Portraits - Cat Oil Pet Portraits

Welcome to our cat oil pet portraits gallery. Nicholas has been painting cats for clients worldwide for over 25 years. He traditionally hand paints all of his cat portraits on beautiful Linen Canvas using the finest quality oil paints. Nicholas is continually commissioned by clients all over the world.

If you would like any information or advice on your cat portrait please don't hesitate to email or message us at any time. We look forward to working with you soon!

Expressive cat portraits in oils by Nicholas Beall, focusing on detailed character.
Barney and Zorrow

Realism and Character

As you can see from the portraits in our gallery, Nicholas hand paints each cat with care and attention to detail, blending realism with a traditional, painterly feel.

Light and shade are key to creating depth and form in our oil portraits, but the real magic lies in the eyes. Every cat’s gaze is different, and Nicholas focuses intently on capturing that unique look. It’s not just about getting the markings right, it’s about capturing your cat’s personality. From the subtlest tilt of the head to the tiniest shift in expression, it all plays a part in telling their story.

Overview of various framed cat portraits in oils by Nicholas Beall, showcasing different styles and sizes.
Collection of framed cat portraits.
Classic paintings of cats, showcasing Nicholas Beall's artistic style.
Mitzy

Classic Drawings

Nicholas usually works from one main photo for the pose of your cat portrait, with additional photos used to help with detail, markings, or features. To give your portrait the best start, have a look at our photography tips page — it's full of advice on how to capture your cat at its best.

We recommend setting aside a little quiet time to take several photos of your cat in natural light. Don’t worry if you don’t get the perfect shot straight away — keep snapping over a few days or even weeks. High-quality reference photos really do make all the difference to the finished painting.

Further examples of framed cat portraits in oils by Nicholas Beall, highlighting various feline subjects.
Additional framed cat portraits.
Nicholas Beall's cat portrait focusing on character and expression, featuring Amanda with her cats' portraits.
Amanda with Purdy, Milly, and Molly

Capturing Personality

Every cat is different — and to truly capture yours, we’d love to hear about them. Their habits, their quirks, how they look at you — all these details help bring your portrait to life.

When you tell us about your cat’s character, it guides the entire painting process. It helps us select the right photo, plan the composition, and — most importantly — understand how *you* see your cat. We want the portrait to feel familiar, like looking into their eyes in real life. After all, this is something you’ll treasure for many years to come.

Commission a Portrait

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!