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What customers are saying about their portraits:
"I'll always treasure your beautiful portrait :)" ~ Farmville, Virginia
"I love it! *Great* expression, wonderful use of color! You can spray, & send it right out :)
Thank you so much!" ~ Durham, North Carolina
"WOW!!!!!!!!!!!! I have tears in my eyes! It is absolutely GORGEOUS!!!!!!!! I am SO thrilled!!! Wow!!! I am still in awe of it! It really is truly fantastic! I am beaming!" ~ Alberta, Canada
"It's just beautiful, I don't know what else to say. I love it! I know my son will love it too! Now I will have to get one done of my cat!" ~ Albuquerque, New Mexico
"This is beautiful! Absolutely perfect. You are so fortunate to have this talent!" ~ Jetersville, Virginia
"Oh Connie - I'm so choked up! I never dreamed that the portrait would be so beautiful. They say that true artists infuse their creation with a bit of their soul. I can see your golden spirit shining through in this portrait. I'm at a loss for words that will do it justice." Deedee~ Los Angeles, California
"CONNIE, IT IS ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL!!!!! It looks so much like them, but better! You are a treasure AND a fabulous artist. You have a wonderful eye. I'm running out of adjectives to tell you how much I love the painting." ~ Tucson, Arizona
"Thanks again for the awesome portrait, it really captures the true essence of our dogs. It is something we will treasure for the rest of our days here on earth." Alicia and Paul ~ Lake Oswego, Oregon
"Thanks to your Portrait of Love, my angel Dickens will be in my heart forever. I can see his beautiful face and know he is at peace . . . .Thank you so much!" Chris ~ Portland, Oregon
"I have never had a portrait done of any of my animals (although I've dreamed of it). Thank you so much for making this dream come true! I will cherish this for the rest of my life! I just cannot get over how beautiful it is. Connie you are so very talented. You really captured his personality! My mom started to cry when she saw it, too. " Kim ~ Lake Oswego, Oregon
"Connie, it looks great. You do such a good job with her face, it makes me tear up when I see it I sent a copy to my son on deployment for his approval. He said it looks great, that's our girl. so he likes it. Go ahead and send it out . Thanks."Steve ~ Longview, Washington
The most unique dog lover gift, cat lover gift or horse lover gift
is a stunning animal custom pet portrait from photos by
Professional Pet Portrait Artist Connie Bowen; Lake Oswego, Oregon.
Lake Oswego is a suburb of Portland, Oregon.
Connie appeared twice in 2005 on Oregon Public Broadcasting'sTV show
Art Beat and has completed over 400 pet portraits and counting!
For a treasured pet memorial or for those grieving the loss of a pet who has crossed the Rainbow Bridge, commission a dog portrait, cat portrait, horse portrait or other custom pet portrait painted from your photo on canvas.
Connie can work from digital images or other photos.
If you live in the Portland area, and you would like Connie
to take the photo for you, make an appointment today!
I accept the following payments:
Paypal, Money Orders,
Certified checks, personal checks.
Please mail checks to:
Connie Bowen
2321 Wembley Park Road
Lake Oswego, Oregon 97034
Phone: 503-697-0614
Questions? Comments?
Please feel free to send me an e-mail.
E-mail: cbowen @ europa.com
( just remove the spaces before and after the @ sign)
Thank you for your interest in a precious custom portrait!
Thank you to all my ebay friends who have purchased my original paintings and prints.
IfI mail an original photo to you, will it be returned?
Yes, your photo will be returned with your portrait.
Howand when is payment made?
Payment in full for the cost of the portrait is required to start the painting. I will hold your check, cash or Paypal payment until your portrait is approved by you. Only after your portrait is approved, will your payment be deposited into my account. Your satisfaction is guaranteed. A .jpg of the portrait will be sent to you via e-mail for your approval. If for any reason you do not like the finished product, there is no obligation.
What materials are used?
The portraits are painted with acrylic paint on a gallery wrapped
canvas (with no staples on the sides) and sprayed with a gloss coating
to enhance the colors and protect the finish. There is a wire hanger
attached to the back so there is no need for a frame.
How long will it take for my portrait to be completed?
The time needed to complete your portrait depends on the number of
portraits currently in process. It will be discussed with you at the time
you place your order. If there is a specific time frame needed, let me
know, such as a birthday or other special occasion and I will try to
accommodate you.
Howis my portrait sent to me?
If you live in the Portland area, you may pick up your portrait. If you are
outside the area, your portrait will be shipped insured via Priority
USPS with a tracking number or shipped via UPS if you prefer. Shipping
charges will be added to your portrait cost based on the size of your
painting.
May I order a larger painting than 18x24?
Yes. Larger sizes are available as well as 12x12, 22x28, 24x30, 30x40 and 36x48. (see below for prices)
Larger sizes available as well as square canvases.
Size 12x12 = $300
Size 22x28 = $850
Size 24x30 = $1,000
Size 30x40 = $1700
Size 36x48 = $2400
(International buyers, please e-mail me for shipping rates)
This is a 30x40 painting of Reggie and Megan at home in their garden.
Click any horse image to enlarge the sample
This painting is 36" x 48". The background is the Lake Oswego Hunt Club. It commemorates the Horse Trials in August of 2004.
This portrait is a wonderful tribute to Kristin, an expert rider, and her horse, Curly. They have won many awards in their drill team competitions. They make such a stunning duo!
BP shown below is a Paint horse that lives on a beautiful ranch in Southern Oregon
When I first saw a photo of the famous bulldog, Zelda, I just knew I had to paint her portrait!
Carol Gardner is Zelda's guardian and runs the ZeldaWisdom website. She has turned photos of Zelda's expressive face and sweet personality into a line of greeting cards, calendars, books and other gift items.
If you'd like to receive Zelda's happy "daily dogmas," in your e-mail box, just go to Zelda's website and sign up!
My heartfelt thanks goes out to Carol for sharing Zelda's uplifting, inspiring words with all of us.
Miss Zelda Wisdom - 16x20 - gift to Carol Gardner
Affenpinscher
Afghan Hound
Airedale Terrier
Akita
Alapaha Blue Blood Bulldogs
Alaskan Malamute
American Bandogges
American Bulldog
American Eskimo
American Hairless Terrier
American Pit Bull Terrier
American Staffordshire Terrier
American Water Spaniel
Anatolian Shepherd
Australian Cattle Dog
Australian Kelpies
Australian Shepherd
Australian Terrier
Azores Cattle Dog
Basenji
Basset Fauve De Bretagne
Basset Hound
Bavarian Mountian Hound
Beagle
Bearded Collie
Beauceron
Belgian Malinois
Belgian Sheepdog
Belgian Tervuren
Berger de Brie
Berger Des Pyrenees
Bernese Mountain Dog
Bichon Frise
Biewer
Black and Tan Jacks
Black Russian Terriers
Bloodhound
Bluetick Coonhound
Boerboels
Bolognese
Border Collie
Border Terrier
Borzoi
Boston Terrier
Bouvier Des Flandres
Boxer
Boykin Spaniel
Briard
Brittany
Brussels Griffon
Bull Terrier
Bulldog
Bullmastiff
Cairn Terrier
Cairnoodles
Canaan Dog
Cane Corso
Carlin Pinscher
Catahoula Bulldogs
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Caucasian Owcharka
Cavachon
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Central Asian Ovcharka
Central Asian Shepherd Dogs
Cesky Terrier
Chart Polski
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Chihuahua
Chinese Crested Dog
Chinese Imperial Dog
Chinese Shar-Pei
Chorkie
Chow Chow
Cimarron Uruguayo
Clumber Spaniel
Cockabichon
Cockapoo
Cocker Spaniel
Collie
Corgi - Cardigan Welsh
Corgi - Pembroke Welsh
Coton de Tulear
Dachshund
Dalmatian
Deerhound
Doberman Pinscher
Dogo Argentino
Dogue de Bordeaux
Dutch Shepherd
Dutch Stabyhoun
English Bulldog
English Cocker Spaniel
English Mastiff
English Pointer
English Setter
English Shepherd
English Springer Spaniel
English Toy Spaniel
Epagneul Bretons
Estrela Mountain Dog
Eurasier
Field Spaniel
Fila Brasileiro
Finnish Lapphund
Finnish Spitz
Flat-Coated Retriever
Fox Terrier
French Brittany
French Bulldog
French Pointing Spaniel
German Coolie
German Pinschers
German Shepherd Dog
German Shorthair Pointer
German Spitz
German Wirehaired Pointer
Giant Schnauzer
Giant Schnoodle
Glen of Imaal Terrier
Golden Doodles
Golden Retriever
Gordon Setter
Great Dane
Great Pyrenees
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Greyhound
Harrier
Havana Silk Dog
Havanese
Hungarian Puli
Hungarian Wirehaired Vizslas
Hunt Terriers
Irish Red & White Setter
Irish Setter
Irish Terrier
Irish Wolfhound
Italian Greyhound
Jack Russell Terrier
Japanese Bobtail
Japanese Chin
Kangal Dog
Karelian Bear Dog
Keeshond
Kerry Blue Terrier
King Shepherds
Komondor
Kuvasz
Labradoodles
Labrador Retriever
Lakeland Terrier
Landseer ECT
Leonberger
Lhasa Apso
Llewellin Setter
Louisiana Catahoulas
Lowchen
Maltepoo
Maltese
Manchester Terrier
Maremma Sheepdog
Mastiff
Mastino Napolitano
Middle Asian Ovcharka
Mi-Ki
Miniature Australian Shepherd
Miniature Bull Terrier
Miniature Bulldog
Miniature Fox Terrier
Miniature Pinscher
Miniature Schnauzer
Miniature Shar-Pei
Munsterlander
Munsterlander (Small)
Neapolitan Mastiff
Nederlanse Schapendoes
New Guinea Singing Dog
Newfoundland
Norfolk Terriers
Norwegian Elkhound
Norwich Terrier
Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Old English Sheepdog
Olde English Bulldogges
Other
Papillon
Parson Russell Terrier
Patterdale Terrier
Peekapoo
Pekingese
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Petit Brabancon
Pharaoh Hound
Podengo Small Portuguese
Pointer
Polish Owczarek Nizinny
Pomeranian
Poodle (Miniature)
Poodle (Standard)
Poodle (Toy)
Portuguese Pointers
Portuguese Water Dog
Presa Canario
Pug
Puggle
Pyrenean Mastiff
Rat Terrier
Rhodesian Ridgeback
Rottweiler
Russell Terrier
Saint Bernard
Salukis
Samoyed
Sarplaninac(Sharplaninatz)
Schapendoes
Schipperke
Schnoodles
Scottish Deerhound
Scottish Terrier
Shar-Pei
Sheepadoodle
Sheepdog
Shetland Sheepdog
Shiba Inu
Shichon
Shih Tzu
Shih Tzu-Poo
Shiloh Shepherd
Shorkie
Siberian Husky
Silky Terrier
Sloughi
Soft-Coated Wheaten Terrier
Spanish Alano
Spanish Water Dog
Spinone
Spinone Italiano
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Standard Schnauzer
Swedish Vallhund
Tamaskan Dog
Tenterfield Terrier
Thai Ridgeback Dog
Tibetan Mastiff
Tibetan Spaniel
Tibetan Terrier
Tosa Inu
Toy Australian Shepherd
Toy Fox Terrier
Utonagan
Victorian Bulldogge
Vizsla
Volpino Italiano
Weimaraner
Welsh Terrier
West Highland Terrier
West Highland White Terriers
Whippets
White Swiss Shepherd Dog
Wire Fox Terrier
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Wolfdogs
Yorkipoo
Yorkshire Terrier
Yorktese
Abyssinian
American Bobtail
American Curl
American Miniature
American Polydactal
American Shorthair
American Wirehair
Appalachian Cat
Arusha Cat
Asian
Australian Mist
Australian Tiffanies
Balinese
Bambino
Bengal
Birman
Bombay
British Shorthair
Burmese
Burmilla
Chantilly/Tiffany
Chartreux
Chausies
Cheetoh
Colorpoint Shorthair
Cornish Rex
Cymric
Desert Lynx
Devon Rex
Egyptian Mau
European Burmese
Exotic Shorthair
Foldex
German Rex
Havana Brown
Highland Lynx
Highlander
Himalayan
Japanese Bobtail
Javanese
Jungle Curl
Korat
Kurilian Bobtail
Lambkin
LaPerm
Lynx
Maine Coon
Mandalay
Manx
Minskin
Munchkin
Napoleon
Nebelung
Norwegian Forest Cat
Ocicat
Oriental Longhair
Oriental Shorthair
Other
Persian
Peterbald
Pixie-Bob
Polydactyl
RagaMuffin
Ragdoll
Russian Blue
Safari
Savannah
Scottish Fold
Selkirk Rex
Serengeti
Serval
Siamese
Siberian Cat
Singapura
Skookum
Snow-Bob
Snowshoe
Sokoke
Somali
Sphynx
Thai Cats
Thai Lilac
Tiffanie
Tonkinese
Toyger
Traditional Siamese
Turkish Angora
Turkish Van
White Turkish Van
I've painted quite a few of the following breeds of dogs and cats shown below:
Dog Breeds:
Cat Breeds:
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