Melanie&Nicholas

Oil and Pencil Pet Portraits from Photos

Corgi Dog Portrait in Oils: Luke

Welcome to the oil painting of Luke, a charming and champion Corgi painted by Nicholas Beall. We’re lucky to have a thriving community of Corgis locally, and Luke is a true standout – not just in pedigree, but personality. This portrait was commissioned in 2018 by Suzanna, and includes a background scene from one of the most picturesque locations in Wales.

Oil portrait of Luke, a Corgi, sitting in a Welsh landscape with rolling hills and a lake.
Champion Luke

About the Commission

Luke’s full name is Ch Nireno Luke Skywalker – a proper title for such a regal boy! His owner Suzanna commissioned this 16 x 12 inch oil portrait after capturing a fantastic photo of him. She wanted the background to reflect Luke’s Welsh roots, so we used her photos of Llyn Brianne as inspiration for the landscape.

Nicholas thoroughly enjoyed working on this piece – landscapes are a joy for him to paint, especially when paired with such a noble subject. Luke’s warm coat tones and alert expression worked beautifully against the tranquil Welsh hills.

And the best bit? Luke came to collect his painting in person. Yes, really. Scroll down to see him visiting our studio and posing proudly beside his portrait!

Full view of the finished Corgi oil portrait of Luke, showcasing the detailed painting.
Full view of Luke's Corgi portrait in oil.

Client Feedback

“It is amazing, I am so pleased with it!!”

– Suzanna

Painting Close-Ups

We love showing the fine detail of each oil painting, and Luke’s portrait is no exception. Below are some close-up shots showing Nicholas’ hand and brush to help convey scale and the level of detail involved.

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Luke Meets His Portrait

Luke visited the studio with Suzanna to collect his portrait – and he posed like a pro! He even sat on our plan chest to have his photo taken with his painting. It was a real treat to meet him and see his reaction to the artwork.

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!