Dog Portraits – English Bulldog Oil Portrait of Otis
Welcome to our oil portrait of Otis the English Bulldog. Nicholas Beall, a professional artist specializing in hand-painted oil portraits, created this traditional artwork on fine canvas. Bulldogs are an iconic and much-loved breed, and Nicholas was delighted to take on this commission from returning clients in the USA. While English Bulldogs are known as a symbol of British spirit, they’ve won hearts worldwide. If you have a Bulldog and would like an oil portrait, scroll down to learn more and view photos from this wonderful commission.
About the Commission of Otis
In 2014, Karen Rankin (PA to Harlan Crow, Crow Holdings) reached out to commission an oil painting of their English Bulldog, Otis. This would be the third portrait by Nicholas for the family. Otis, a puppy at the time, was posed in the beautiful gardens of the Crow residence, providing a stunning and personal backdrop for the 18 x 14 inch painting.
Nicholas worked from a main photo of Otis and additional images for background details. The final portrait combines both seamlessly, creating a truly bespoke piece. Scroll down to see client photos, close-up shots of the portrait in progress, and how Otis’s painting fits into the family’s stunning gallery wall.
Client Testimonial
“Oh my goodness… this is PERFECT!!! You have truly captured Otis so well. I can’t believe how little he was. I’m so glad to have him captured as a puppy! He’s a big hippo these days! Harlan and the family love and admire your work. So pleased to have found you guys!”
– Karen Rankin, PA to Harlan Crow
“Yes, we had so much fun with this project! We are truly impressed with the portraits and how they turned out so beautiful in their new custom frames. Thank you so much for making this process so easy for the family. Love the mini-gallery!”
– Karen
The Painting Process: Detail and Close-Up Work
English Bulldog Portrait Detail
These close-up photos show the portrait of Otis in progress, including Nicholas’s brush in hand for scale. You’ll also see Otis displayed in our studio on a small easel, giving a sense of the painting’s overall size and detail.
Next in the Gallery
Click below to view our next pet portrait – an oil painting of an English Springer Spaniel.
Framed Portraits in the Client’s Home
The Crow family commissioned a custom woodworker in the USA to create hand-carved frames for their collection of dog portraits. Otis now joins previous portraits of Patsy and Kipper, creating a personal and beautiful mini-gallery.
Client Gallery: Portraits Displayed
