This is a tender moment to entrust someone with a beloved memory.
A custom pet portrait deserves care, patience, and deep respect.

Your pet was never ‘just a pet.’
They were family. A presence. A soul who shaped your life.

Loving a pet deeply means carrying that bond forward, even after loss.
That bond becomes part of your story. A custom pet portrait is one way to carry that love forward.

Every custom pet portrait I create honors it with reverence and extraordinary care. The process is collaborative, and intentionally gently, designed to honor both memory and emotion.
My art is shaped by my own loss, and by the love that continues long after goodbye.

Commissioning a portrait at this moment requires trust, especially when love and loss are still close to the surface.

Commissioned with care. Created one at a time. Accepted on a limited bases.

There’s no obligation to move forward. This form simply begins a conversation.
Museum-quality materials. Archival process. Private commissions only.

This is a tender moment to entrust someone with a beloved memory.
A custom pet portrait deserves care, patience, and deep respect.

Your pet was never ‘just a pet.’
They were family. A presence. A soul who shaped your life.

Loving a pet deeply means carrying that bond forward, even after loss.
That bond becomes part of your story.

Every custom pet portrait I create honors it with reverence and extraordinary care. The process is collaborative, and intentionally gently, designed to honor both memory and emotion.
My art is shaped by my own loss, and by the love that continues long after goodbye.

Commissioning a portrait at this moment requires trust, especially when love and loss are still close to the surface.

Commissioned with care. Created one at a time. Accepted on a limited bases.

There’s no obligation to move forward. This form simply begins a conversation.
Museum-quality materials. Archival process. Private commissions only.

Honor Your Pet’s Memory
with a Hand-Painted Portrait

A bespoke, hand-painted tribute created with care and deep respect for the bond you shared.

This is a tender moment. Entrusting someone with a beloved memory deserves care, patience, and deep respect.

Your pet was family.
A presence. A soul who shaped your life.
That bond doesn’t end. It continues forward with you.

Every custom pet portrait I create is approached with reverence and extraordinary care. The process is collaborative, and intentionally gently, designed to honor both memory and emotion.

Commissioned with care. Created one at a time. Accepted on a limited bases.

There’s no obligation to move forward. This form simply begins a conversation.
Museum-quality materials. Archival process. Private commissions only.

YOU MIGHT HAVE SEEN ME ON

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YOU MIGHT HAVE SEEN ME ON

Logo of The Washington Post
Logo of Washingtonian Magazine
Logo of My Modern Met
Logo of Voice of America
Logo of WJLA-TV Washington DC

YOU MIGHT HAVE SEEN ME ON

Logo of The Washington Post
Logo of Washingtonian Magazine
Logo of My Modern Met
Logo of Voice of America
Logo of WJLA-TV Washington DC

When a Beloved Pet Is Gone, Love Remains

Grief after pet loss can feel isolating.

Photos can hurt. Silence can feel heavy.

You may find yourself holding memories tightly, worried that time will soften the details that mattered most.
Their expressions. Their quirks. The way they felt beside you.

A hand-painted portrait offers something different.

Together, we create a living remembrance.

Not a replica of a photograph, but a soulful interpretation of who your pet was.
Their presence. Their energy. Their unmistakable essence.

This is not just a painting.
It’s an heirloom your family will treasure for generations.

Many clients find that sharing memories and receiving updates throughout the process becomes part of their healing.

When a Beloved Pet Is Gone, Love Remains

Grief after pet loss can feel isolating.

Photos can hurt. Silence can feel heavy.

You may find yourself holding memories tightly, worried that time will soften the details that mattered most.
Their expressions. Their quirks. The way they felt beside you.

A hand-painted portrait offers something different.

Together, we create a living remembrance.

Not a replica of a photograph, but a soulful interpretation of who your pet was.
Their presence. Their energy. Their unmistakable essence.

This is not just a painting.
It’s an heirloom your family will treasure for generations.

Many clients find that sharing memories and receiving updates throughout the process becomes part of their healing.

When a Beloved Pet Is Gone,
Love Remains

Grief after pet loss can feel isolating.

Photos can hurt. Silence can feel heavy.

You may find yourself holding memories tightly, worried that time will soften the details that mattered most.

Their expressions.

Their quirks.


The way they felt beside you.

A hand-painted portrait offers something different.

Together, we create a living remembrance.

Not a replica of a photograph, but a soulful interpretation of who your pet was.
Their presence.
Their energy.
Their unmistakable essence.

This is not just a painting.

It’s an heirloom your family will treasure for generations.

Many clients find that sharing memories and receiving updates throughout the process becomes part of their healing.

“I felt like I could touch her soft fur again.”

Grace H. of Virginia
Memorial portrait of Rosie

“Working with you has been a source of pure joy, and you have helped me tremendously.”

Raquel Snyder of Maryland
Memorial portrait of George

Custom pet portraits painted by Erica Eriksdotter, depicting a Chocolate Labrador dog with a soft green and purple background, created for a private client.
“His energy literally jumps off the canvas.”

Bob Gaskin of Colorado
Memorial portrait of Gus

“There is something about a portrait that truly captures the soul in a way that photographs do not.”

Vonda and Ronnie of Virginia
Memorial portrait of Gus

“I felt like I could touch her soft fur again.”

Grace H. of Virginia
Memorial portrait of Rosie

“Working with you has been a source of pure joy, and you have helped me tremendously.”

Raquel Snyder of Maryland
Memorial portrait of George

Custom pet portraits painted by Erica Eriksdotter, depicting a Chocolate Labrador dog with a soft green and purple background, created for a private client.
“His energy literally jumps off the canvas.”

Bob Gaskin of Colorado
Memorial portrait of Gus

“There is something about a portrait that truly captures the soul in a way that photographs do not.”

Vonda and Ronnie of Virginia
Memorial portrait of Gus

“I felt like I could touch her soft fur again.”

Grace H. of Virginia
Memorial portrait of Rosie

“Working with you has been a source of pure joy, and you have helped me tremendously.”

Raquel Snyder of Maryland
Memorial portrait of George

Custom pet portraits painted by Erica Eriksdotter, depicting a Chocolate Labrador dog with a soft green and purple background, created for a private client.
“His energy literally jumps off the canvas.”

Bob Gaskin of Colorado
Memorial portrait of Gus

“There is something about a portrait that truly captures the soul in a way that photographs do not.”

Vonda and Ronnie of Virginia
Memorial portrait of Gus

Over 100 Heartfelt Stories from Pet Parents

Over 100 Heartfelt Stories from Pet Parents

Over 100 Heartfelt Stories from Pet Parents

Meet Erica: Your Custom Pet Portrait Painter

Your Pet’s Story, Held with Reverence

Artist, Erica Eriksdotter, painting a custom pet portrait painting of a black dog on canvas.

Hi, I’m Erica.

I’m a third-generation painter, and I’ve spent my life learning how to translate emotion into art. For me, painting is not something I do. It’s how I breathe.

After losing my own beloved dog, Lucas, I experienced the depth of this grief firsthand. The quiet that follows. The way love remains, even as everything changes. That loss shaped me, and it shaped the way I paint.

Today, my life’s work is devoted to honoring the bond between pets and the people who love them. Each portrait I create is approached with care, patience, and deep respect for the story you carry.

Meet Erica: Your Custom Pet Portrait Painter

Your Pet’s Story, Held with Reverence

Artist, Erica Eriksdotter, painting a custom pet portrait painting of a black dog on canvas.

Hi, I’m Erica.

I’m a third-generation painter, and I’ve spent my life learning how to translate emotion into art. For me, painting is not something I do. It’s how I breathe.

After losing my own beloved dog, Lucas, I experienced the depth of this grief firsthand. The quiet that follows. The way love remains, even as everything changes. That loss shaped me, and it shaped the way I paint.

Today, my life’s work is devoted to honoring the bond between pets and the people who love them. Each portrait I create is approached with care, patience, and deep respect for the story you carry.

Meet Erica: Your Custom
Pet Portrait Painter

Your Pet’s Story, Held with Reverence

Artist, Erica Eriksdotter, painting a custom pet portrait painting of a black dog on canvas.

Hi, I’m Erica.

I’m a third-generation painter, and I’ve spent my life learning how to translate emotion into art. For me, painting is not something I do. It’s how I breathe.

After losing my own beloved dog, Lucas, I experienced the depth of this grief firsthand. The quiet that follows. The way love remains, even as everything changes. That loss shaped me, and it shaped the way I paint.

Today, my life’s work is devoted to honoring the bond between pets and the people who love them. Each portrait I create is approached with care, patience, and deep respect for the story you carry.

Close-up of artist, Erica Eriksdotter, painting a custom pet portrait of a brown dog (chocolate lab) with a soft green and purple background on canvas.
Artist, Erica Eriksdotter, painting a custom pet portrait painting of a copper colored curly dog on canvas.
Close-up of artist, Erica Eriksdotter, painting a custom pet portrait of a brown dog (chocolate lab) with a soft green and purple background on canvas.
Artist, Erica Eriksdotter, painting a custom pet portrait painting of a copper colored curly dog on canvas.
Close-up of artist, Erica Eriksdotter, painting a custom pet portrait of a brown dog (chocolate lab) with a soft green and purple background on canvas.
Artist, Erica Eriksdotter, painting a custom pet portrait painting of a copper colored curly dog on canvas.

A One-of-a-Kind, Collaborative Experience

Each portrait is created with intention, using museum-quality materials and decades of training.

I don’t paint pets in general, I paint your pet as you know them.

I begin with the eyes, always, because that’s where presence lives. Throughout the process, you’re gently invited into the journey through thoughtful collaboration and progress updates. Many clients share that the experience itself becomes a meaningful part of their healing.

This is not mass-produced.

This is art made with devotion.

A Gentle Invitation

If you feel called to honor your pet in this way, I would be honored to paint them.

Together, we’ll create something timeless. A portrait that holds memory, love, and presence in a way photographs cannot.
Xo,

A One-of-a-Kind, Collaborative Experience

Each portrait is created with intention, using museum-quality materials and decades of training.

I don’t paint pets in general, I paint your pet as you know them.

I begin with the eyes, always, because that’s where presence lives. Throughout the process, you’re gently invited into the journey through thoughtful collaboration and progress updates. Many clients share that the experience itself becomes a meaningful part of their healing.

This is not mass-produced.

This is art made with devotion.

A Gentle Invitation

If you feel called to honor your pet in this way, I would be honored to paint them.

Together, we’ll create something timeless. A portrait that holds memory, love, and presence in a way photographs cannot.
Xo,

A One-of-a-Kind, Collaborative Experience

Each portrait is created with intention, using museum-quality materials and decades of training.

I don’t paint pets in general, I paint your pet as you know them.

I begin with the eyes, always, because that’s where presence lives. Throughout the process, you’re gently invited into the journey through thoughtful collaboration and progress updates. Many clients share that the experience itself becomes a meaningful part of their healing.

This is not mass-produced.

This is art made with devotion.

A Gentle Invitation

If you feel called to honor your pet in this way, I would be honored to paint them.

Together, we’ll create something timeless. A portrait that holds memory, love, and presence in a way photographs cannot.
Xo,

Custom hand-painted portrait of a chocolate Labrador with a joyful expression on a soft green background by Erica Eriksdotter.

“Being able to share stories with you and reminiscing about all the wonderful times we had, truly helped the healing process.”

Tiffany Lawson of Japan
Memorial portrait of Charlie Bear

Custom pet portrait by Erica Eriksdotter of a curly-haired brown poodle with a pink and purple background.

“Each update took my breath away.”

Carla Hively of West Virginia
Memorial portrait of Bertie

Custom pet portrait by Erica Eriksdotter of a white Shih Tzu dog with a green background.

“We’ll never forget this experience and are truly grateful for your talents, kindness, support, and gift.”

Kelly Fritz of Virginia
Memorial portrait of Winston

Custom hand-painted portrait of a chocolate Labrador with a joyful expression on a soft green background by Erica Eriksdotter.

“Being able to share stories with you and reminiscing about all the wonderful times we had, truly helped the healing process.”

Tiffany Lawson of Japan
Memorial portrait of Charlie Bear

Custom pet portrait by Erica Eriksdotter of a curly-haired brown poodle with a pink and purple background.

“Each update took my breath away.”

Carla Hively of West Virginia
Memorial portrait of Bertie

Custom pet portrait by Erica Eriksdotter of a white Shih Tzu dog with a green background.

“We’ll never forget this experience and are truly grateful for your talents, kindness, support, and gift.”

Kelly Fritz of Virginia
Memorial portrait of Winston

Custom hand-painted portrait of a chocolate Labrador with a joyful expression on a soft green background by Erica Eriksdotter.

“Being able to share stories with you and reminiscing about all the wonderful times we had, truly helped the healing process.”

Tiffany Lawson of Japan
Memorial portrait of Charlie Bear

Custom pet portrait by Erica Eriksdotter of a curly-haired brown poodle with a pink and purple background.

“Each update took my breath away.”

Carla Hively of West Virginia

Memorial portrait of Bertie

Custom pet portrait by Erica Eriksdotter of a white Shih Tzu dog with a green background.

“We’ll never forget this experience and are truly grateful for your talents, kindness, support, and gift.”

Kelly Fritz of Virginia
Memorial portrait of Winston

HOW IT WORKS

Five Simple Steps

Inquiry Form

Share a little about your pet and whether the portrait is for you or a gift.

Personal Outreach

My studio reaches out with care, guidance, and next steps.

Choose Your Size

Pricing is based on the size of the canvas you choose.

Secure Your Place

A deposit reserves your place on my waitlist when you’re ready.

Approval & Delivery

Final approval before shipment, backed by a 100% satisfaction guarantee.

HOW IT WORKS

A guided process from inquiry to delivery

Inquiry Form

Share a little about your pet and whether the portrait is for you or a gift.

Personal Outreach

My studio reaches out with care, guidance, and next steps.

Choose Your Size

Pricing is based on the size of the canvas you choose.

Secure Your Place

A deposit reserves your place on my waitlist when you’re ready.

Approval & Delivery

Final approval before shipment, backed by a 100% satisfaction guarantee.

How It Works

Five Simple Steps

Inquiry Form

Share a little about your pet and whether the portrait is for you or a gift.

Personal Outreach

My studio reaches out with care, guidance, and next steps.

Choose Your Size

Pricing is based on the size of the canvas you choose.

Secure Your Place

A deposit reserves your place on my waitlist when you’re ready.

Approval & Delivery

Final approval before shipment, backed by a 100% satisfaction guarantee.

What This Becomes Over Time

Imagine a portrait that feels less like an object and more like a presence in your life.

One that becomes part of your everyday life, not as a reminder of loss, but as a quiet acknowledgment of love that shaped your life.

This is not about moving on or replacing what was lost.
It’s about creating something that holds meaning, memory, and care.

What This Becomes Over Time

Imagine a portrait that feels less like an object and more like a presence in your life.

One that becomes part of your everyday life, not as a reminder of loss, but as a quiet acknowledgment of love that shaped your life.

This is not about moving on or replacing what was lost.
It’s about creating something that holds meaning, memory, and care.

When you’re ready, the next step is deciding how the portrait will live in your space.

What This Becomes Over Time

Imagine a portrait that feels less like an object and more like a presence in your life.

One that becomes part of your everyday life, not as a reminder of loss, but as a quiet acknowledgment of love that shaped your life.

This is not about moving on or replacing what was lost.

It’s about creating something that holds meaning, memory, and care.

Choose the Scale of the Commission

Each portrait is created with the same level of care, intention, and craftsmanship.

The difference between these options is not about effort. It’s about how the portrait is experienced, and how it lives within your home and daily life.

12 x 12 in / 11 x 14 in
(30 x 30 cm / 28 x 36 cm)

Intimate presence

Often Chosen

18 x 18 in / 16 x 20 in
(46 x 46 cm / 41 x 51 cm)

Balanced focal point

24 x 24 in / 22 x 28 in
(61 x 61 cm / 56 x 71 cm)

Statement heirloom

Essential Portrait

A quiet and intimate way to honor their presence

CANVAS SIZES
12 x 12 inches or 11 x 14 inches

(30 x 30 cm or 28 x 36 cm)

INVESTMENT
$3,969 USD

ABOUT THIS OPTION

The Essential Portrait is chosen by clients who value closeness and subtlety. At this scale, the painting invites a more personal relationship, one that feels private, reflective, and deeply felt.

This size is well suited for spaces where the portrait is meant to be encountered up close, such as a desk, bedside table, reading nook, or personal studio. Rather than commanding a room, it offers a gentle presence, one that rewards time, attention, and quiet moments of connection.

Signature Portrait
often chosen

The fullest expression of their spirit

CANVAS SIZES
18 x 18 inches or 16 x 20 inches
(46 x 26 cm or 41 x 51 cm)

INVESTMENT
$5,949 USD

ABOUT THIS OPTION

This scale offers room for subtlety, nuance, and emotional presence, particularly in the eyes, where expression and connection are most deeply felt.

Many clients are drawn to the Signature Portrait because it allows the painting to feel emotionally complete while remaining visually balanced within the home. At this size, likeness and spirit often come together with an ease that feels natural and deeply resonant.

Heirloom Portrait

A large-scale commission intended as a lasting family legacy

CANVAS SIZES
24×24 inches or 22×28 inches

(61 x 61 cm or 56 x 71 cm)

INVESTMENT
$8,900 USD

ABOUT THIS OPTION

The Heirloom Portrait is chosen by clients who want the portrait to feel fully integrated into their home, not simply displayed.

At this scale, the painting carries a quiet gravity. It invites closeness, reflection, and continuity, becoming part of the home’s visual and emotional landscape over time.

These portraits are often experienced as something lived with rather than looked at, holding memory, love, and presence long after the moment of creation.

Because of the depth and intention required at this scale, I accept a limited number of Heirloom commissions each year to ensure every portrait receives the time, focus, and care it deserves.

Larger-scale commissions may be available by request.
If you’re envisioning a piece beyond these dimensions, you’re welcome to share that in your inquiry.

Her work truly captures the heart and soul of your pet.

Patti Brennan, Washington Post

Finding the Right Size for Your Space

Each portrait is created with the same level of care, intention, and craftsmanship.

The difference between these options is not about effort. It’s about how the portrait is experienced, and how it lives within your home and daily life.

12 x 12 in / 11 x 14 in
(30 x 30 cm / 28 x 36 cm)

Intimate presence

Often Chosen

18 x 18 in / 16 x 20 in
(46 x 46 cm / 41 x 51 cm)

Balanced focal point

24 x 24 in / 22 x 28 in
(61 x 61 cm / 56 x 71 cm)

Statement heirloom

Essential Portrait

A quiet, intimate way to honor their presence

CANVAS SIZES
12 x 12 inches or 11 x 14 inches

(30 x 30 cm or 28 x 36 cm)

INVESTMENT
$3,969 USD

This size is often chosen for more personal spaces, where the portrait is encountered quietly and up close. It offers a gentle presence and feels intimate and reflective, with a depth that is deeply felt.

Signature Portrait
often chosen

The fullest expression of their spirit

CANVAS SIZES
18 x 18 inches or 16 x 20 inches
(46 x 26 cm or 41 x 51 cm)

INVESTMENT
$5,949 USD

This size is often chosen when clients want a portrait that feels emotionally complete while remaining beautifully balanced within the home. It offers space for expression, presence, and nuance, where likeness and spirit come together with ease.

Heirloom Portrait

A large-scale commission intended as a lasting family legacy

CANVAS SIZES
24 x 24 inches or 22 x 28 inches
(61 x 61 cm or 56 x 71 cm)

INVESTMENT
$8,900 USD

At this scale, the portrait becomes part of the home itself. It carries a quiet gravity and is meant to be lived with over time, holding memory, presence, and continuity.

Larger-scale Heirloom commissions beyond these sizes may be available by request and accepted on a limited basis.

Her work truly captures the heart and soul of your pet.

Patti Brennan, Washington Post

Finding the Right Size

Each portrait is created with the same level of care, intention, and craftsmanship.

The difference between these options is not about effort. It’s about how the portrait is experienced, and how it lives within your home and daily life.

12 x 12 in / 11 x 14 in
(30 x 30 cm / 28 x 36 cm)

Intimate presence

Often Chosen

18 x 18 in / 16 x 20 in
(46 x 46 cm / 41 x 51 cm)

Balanced focal point

24 x 24 in / 22 x 28 in
(61 x 61 cm / 56 x 71 cm)

Statement heirloom

Essential Portrait

A quiet and intimate way to honor their presence

CANVAS SIZES
12 x 12 inches or 11 x 14 inches

(30 x 30 cm or 28 x 36 cm)

INVESTMENT
$3,969 USD

ABOUT THIS OPTION

The Essential Portrait is chosen by clients who value closeness and subtlety. At this scale, the painting invites a more personal relationship, one that feels private, reflective, and deeply felt.

Well suited for spaces where the portrait is meant to be encountered up close, this size offers a gentle presence, rather than commanding a room.

Signature Portrait
often chosen

The fullest expression of their spirit

CANVAS SIZES
18 x 18 inches or 16 x 20 inches
(46 x 26 cm or 41 x 51 cm)

INVESTMENT
$5,949 USD

ABOUT THIS OPTION

This scale subtlety, nuance, and emotional presence, particularly in the eyes, where connection are most deeply felt.

Many clients choose the Signature Portrait for the way likeness and spirit often come together with an ease that feels natural and deeply resonant.

Heirloom Portrait

A large-scale commission intended as a lasting family legacy

CANVAS SIZES
24 x 24 inches or 22 x 28 inches

(61 x 61 cm or 56 x 71 cm)

INVESTMENT
$8,900 USD

ABOUT THIS OPTION

The Heirloom Portrait is chosen by clients who want the piece to feel fully integrated into their home, not simply displayed.

At this scale, the painting carries a quiet gravity. It invites closeness, reflection, and continuity, becoming part of the home’s visual and emotional landscape over time.

Because of the depth and intention required at this scale, I accept a limited number of Heirloom commissions each year to ensure every portrait receives the time and care it deserves.

Larger-scale commissions may be available by request.
If you’re envisioning a piece beyond these dimensions, you’re welcome to share that in your inquiry.

Her work truly captures the heart and soul of your pet.

Patti Brennan, Washington Post

Close-up of a hand-painted acrylic pet portrait of a brown and gray dog of breed German Shorthaired Pointer with a happy expression, created by artist Erica Eriksdotter.
Close-up of a hand-painted acrylic pet portrait of a brown and gray dog of breed German Shorthaired Pointer with a thoughtful expression, created by artist Erica Eriksdotter.

“The portraits of Spike and Anna are gorgeous. My husband is in tears. Thank you for bringing us such beautiful memories.”

Harriet of Virginia
In memory of Spike and Anna who were their parents’ best friends.
Close-up of a hand-painted acrylic pet portrait of a brown and gray dog of breed German Shorthaired Pointer with a happy expression, created by artist Erica Eriksdotter.
Close-up of a hand-painted acrylic pet portrait of a brown and gray dog of breed German Shorthaired Pointer with a thoughtful expression, created by artist Erica Eriksdotter.

“The portraits of Spike and Anna are gorgeous. My husband is in tears. Thank you for bringing us such beautiful memories.”

Harriet of Virginia
In memory of Spike and Anna who were their parents’ best friends.
Close-up of a hand-painted acrylic pet portrait of a brown and gray dog of breed German Shorthaired Pointer with a happy expression, created by artist Erica Eriksdotter.
Close-up of a hand-painted acrylic pet portrait of a brown and gray dog of breed German Shorthaired Pointer with a thoughtful expression, created by artist Erica Eriksdotter.

“The portraits of Spike and Anna are gorgeous. My husband is in tears. Thank you for bringing us such beautiful memories.”

Harriet of Virginia
Memorial portraits of Spike and Anna who were their parents’ best friends.
Hand-painted custom portrait of a white and brown English Bulldog with a gentle expression on a light gray background by Erica Eriksdotter.

“Words can’t even begin to describe how amazing and beautiful it is to see the portrait every day.”

Dana of Virginia
Portrait of Winston

Custom pet portrait of a Yorkshire Terrier with detailed fur and bright eyes on a neutral gray background, painted by Erica Eriksdotter.

“It’s absolutely perfect in every way. You’ve captured Leila perfectly! Thank you for sharing your talent with us, working with you has been so much fun.”

Rebecca of Virginia
Portrait of Leila

A commissioned custom dog portrait of a Shih Tzu with expressive eyes and fluffy fur on a teal background, hand-painted by Erica Eriksdotter.

“I haven’t cried over Caesar in a long time, but seeing your painting as it got closer to being finished overwhelmed me with the love and joy he brought my wife and me.”

Jon Liney of Pennsylvania
Memorial portrait of Caesar

Custom hand-painted portrait of a white cat with striking blue eyes on a peach background by artist Erica Eriksdotter.

“Erica, she is GORGEOUS!! I’m blown away and so is my family. Thank you for packing her so protectively, she arrived without a scratch.”

Serena Summers of British Columbia, Canada
Memorial portrait of Daisy

Hand-painted custom portrait of a white and brown English Bulldog with a gentle expression on a light gray background by Erica Eriksdotter.

“Words can’t even begin to describe how amazing and beautiful it is to see the portrait every day.”

Dana of Virginia
Portrait of Winston

Custom pet portrait of a Yorkshire Terrier with detailed fur and bright eyes on a neutral gray background, painted by Erica Eriksdotter.

“It’s absolutely perfect in every way. You’ve captured Leila perfectly! Thank you for sharing your talent with us, working with you has been so much fun.”

Rebecca of Virginia
Portrait of Leila

A commissioned custom dog portrait of a Shih Tzu with expressive eyes and fluffy fur on a teal background, hand-painted by Erica Eriksdotter.

“I haven’t cried over Caesar in a long time, but seeing your painting as it got closer to being finished overwhelmed me with the love and joy he brought my wife and me.”

Jon Liney of Pennsylvania
Memorial portrait of Caesar

Custom hand-painted portrait of a white cat with striking blue eyes on a peach background by artist Erica Eriksdotter.

“Erica, she is GORGEOUS!! I’m blown away and so is my family. Thank you for packing her so protectively, she arrived without a scratch.”

Serena Summers of British Columbia, Canada
Memorial portrait of Daisy

Hand-painted custom portrait of a white and brown English Bulldog with a gentle expression on a light gray background by Erica Eriksdotter.

“Words can’t even begin to describe how amazing and beautiful it is to see the portrait every day.”

Dana of Virginia
Portrait of Winston

Custom pet portrait of a Yorkshire Terrier with detailed fur and bright eyes on a neutral gray background, painted by Erica Eriksdotter.

“It’s absolutely perfect in every way. You’ve captured Leila perfectly! Thank you for sharing your talent with us, working with you has been so much fun.”

Rebecca of Virginia
Portrait of Leila

A commissioned custom dog portrait of a Shih Tzu with expressive eyes and fluffy fur on a teal background, hand-painted by Erica Eriksdotter.

“I haven’t cried over Caesar in a long time, but seeing your painting as it got closer to being finished overwhelmed me with the love and joy he brought my wife and me.”

Jon Liney of Pennsylvania
Memorial portrait of Caesar

Custom hand-painted portrait of a white cat with striking blue eyes on a peach background by artist Erica Eriksdotter.

“Erica, she is GORGEOUS!! I’m blown away and so is my family. Thank you for packing her so protectively, she arrived without a scratch.”

Serena Summers of British Columbia, Canada
Memorial portrait of Daisy

Your Portrait Is Fully Guaranteed

Erica Eriksdotter building layers of color in her slow art process.

A Thoughtful, Collaborative Process

Each portrait is created through a collaborative process, with thoughtful care given to every stage. Along the way, I share progress images and invite your reflections so the painting can unfold in a way that feels true to your pet and your relationship with them.

This process works best when we remain in open dialogue throughout the creation of the piece.

No Surprises, Only Intention

Because of this thoughtful collaboration, the final portrait is never a surprise. It is shaped intentionally, together, until it feels right.

Clients often tell me that this shared process is what allows the portrait to feel both emotionally complete and deeply personal.

A Guarantee Grounded in Care

If, after engaging fully in the process, the completed portrait does not feel aligned, I offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee.

There is no risk in beginning this conversation. Only care, intention, and the freedom to move forward with confidence.

What I didn’t know was that my voice would be heard during the process.


Karen Corso of Virginia

Your Portrait Is Fully Guaranteed

Erica Eriksdotter building layers of color in her slow art process.

A Thoughtful, Collaborative Process

Each portrait is created through a collaborative process, with thoughtful care given to every stage. Along the way, I share progress images and invite your reflections so the painting can unfold in a way that feels true to your pet and your relationship with them.

This process works best when we remain in open dialogue throughout the creation of the piece.

No Surprises, Only Intention

Because of this thoughtful collaboration, the final portrait is never a surprise. It is shaped intentionally, together, until it feels right.

Clients often tell me that this shared process is what allows the portrait to feel both emotionally complete and deeply personal.

A Guarantee Grounded in Care

If, after engaging fully in the process, the completed portrait does not feel aligned, I offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee.

There is no risk in beginning this conversation. Only care, intention, and the freedom to move forward with confidence.

What I didn’t know was that my voice would be heard during the process.


Karen Corso of Virginia

Your Portrait Is Fully Guaranteed

Erica Eriksdotter building layers of color in her slow art process.

A Thoughtful, Collaborative Process

Each portrait is created through a collaborative process.
I share progress images and invite your reflections, allowing the painting to unfold in a way that feels true to your pet and your bond with them.

This process works best when we remain in open dialogue throughout the creation of the piece.

No Surprises, Only Intention

Because of this thoughtful collaboration, the final portrait is never a surprise. It is shaped intentionally, together, until it feels right.

Clients often tell me that this shared process is what allows the portrait to feel both emotionally complete and deeply personal.

A Guarantee Grounded in Care

If, after engaging fully in the process, the completed portrait does not feel aligned, I offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee.

There is no risk in beginning this conversation. Only care, intention, and the freedom to move forward with confidence.

“What I didn’t know was that my voice would be heard during the process.”

Patti Brennan, Washington Post

Frequently Asked Questions

Each custom pet portrait is created over several weeks and involves approximately 60–80 hours of painting. The process is thoughtful and layered, with space for collaboration along the way. You’ll receive updates as your custom pet portrait unfolds so the experience feels intentional, supported, and unhurried.

That’s completely okay. Many clients take time to reflect before moving forward with a custom pet portrait. You’re always welcome to reach out with questions or to explore whether this feels like the right moment. An inquiry simply opens a conversation and allows me to share more details, without any obligation to proceed.

Yes. My work focuses on capturing your beloved pet, not just the breed or a likeness. I paint using professional, archival-quality acrylics, chosen for their depth, permanence, and ability to build luminous, layered detail. Through reference photos and conversation, I pay close attention to expression, presence, and the qualities that made your pet unmistakably yours.

My process is collaborative, with opportunities for reflection and refinement along the way. If the completed custom pet portrait does not feel aligned after engaging fully in the process, I offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee so you can move forward with confidence.

Yes. Some clients commission a custom pet portrait shortly after a loss, while others wait months or years. Some begin the process while their pet is aging or nearing the end of life. There is no “right” timing.

Entrusting someone with a beloved memory is a tender decision. My process is designed to be gentle, respectful, and emotionally supportive, wherever you are.

Absolutely. Many clients commission portraits of pets who are very much alive, as a way to celebrate the bond they share now.

Yes. The background, composition, and other thoughtful details are discussed during the process of creating your custom pet portrait. Personalization is approached with care so the final piece feels both timeless and deeply personal.

Yes. All custom pet portraits are created using photographs you share, along with thoughtful conversation. High-quality reference images allow me to capture expression, presence, and the details that made your pet uniquely yours.

Each custom pet portrait is carefully prepared and shipped with full protection and insurance. I work with clients around the world, and delivery timing and options are discussed once the painting is complete so you always know what to expect.

Select larger-scale commissions may be available by request. If you’re envisioning a custom pet portrait beyond the listed dimensions, we can discuss that once your inquiry is received.

Yes. Some clients gift a finished portrait, while others choose a gift certificate so the recipient can take part in the creative process. Gift commissions are handled with the same care and intention as every custom pet portrait.

To begin, you’ll submit an inquiry. I’ll follow up to learn more about your pet and invite you to share a few reference photos. From there, we’ll discuss timing, scale, and availability. A deposit reserves your place once you decide to move forward.

Frequently Asked Questions

Each custom pet portrait is created over several weeks and involves approximately 60–80 hours of painting. The process is thoughtful and layered, with space for collaboration along the way. You’ll receive updates as your custom pet portrait unfolds so the experience feels intentional, supported, and unhurried.

That’s completely okay. Many clients take time to reflect before moving forward with a custom pet portrait. You’re always welcome to reach out with questions or to explore whether this feels like the right moment. An inquiry simply opens a conversation and allows me to share more details, without any obligation to proceed.

Yes. My work focuses on capturing your beloved pet, not just the breed or a likeness. I paint using professional, archival-quality acrylics, chosen for their depth, permanence, and ability to build luminous, layered detail. Through reference photos and conversation, I pay close attention to expression, presence, and the qualities that made your pet unmistakably yours.

My process is collaborative, with opportunities for reflection and refinement along the way. If the completed custom pet portrait does not feel aligned after engaging fully in the process, I offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee so you can move forward with confidence.

Yes. Some clients commission a custom pet portrait shortly after a loss, while others wait months or years. Some begin the process while their pet is aging or nearing the end of life. There is no “right” timing.

Entrusting someone with a beloved memory is a tender decision. My process is designed to be gentle, respectful, and emotionally supportive, wherever you are.

Absolutely. Many clients commission portraits of pets who are very much alive, as a way to celebrate the bond they share now.

Yes. The background, composition, and other thoughtful details are discussed during the process of creating your custom pet portrait. Personalization is approached with care so the final piece feels both timeless and deeply personal.

Yes. All custom pet portraits are created using photographs you share, along with thoughtful conversation. High-quality reference images allow me to capture expression, presence, and the details that made your pet uniquely yours.

Each custom pet portrait is carefully prepared and shipped with full protection and insurance. I work with clients around the world, and delivery timing and options are discussed once the painting is complete so you always know what to expect.

Select larger-scale commissions may be available by request. If you’re envisioning a custom pet portrait beyond the listed dimensions, we can discuss that once your inquiry is received.

Yes. Some clients gift a finished portrait, while others choose a gift certificate so the recipient can take part in the creative process. Gift commissions are handled with the same care and intention as every custom pet portrait.

To begin, you’ll submit an inquiry. I’ll follow up to learn more about your pet and invite you to share a few reference photos. From there, we’ll discuss timing, scale, and availability. A deposit reserves your place once you decide to move forward.

Frequently Asked Questions

Each custom pet portrait is created over several weeks and involves approximately 60–80 hours of painting. The process is thoughtful and layered, with space for collaboration along the way. You’ll receive updates as your custom pet portrait unfolds so the experience feels intentional, supported, and unhurried.

That’s completely okay. Many clients take time to reflect before moving forward with a custom pet portrait. You’re always welcome to reach out with questions or to explore whether this feels like the right moment. An inquiry simply opens a conversation and allows me to share more details, without any obligation to proceed.

Yes. My work focuses on capturing your beloved pet, not just the breed or a likeness. I paint using professional, archival-quality acrylics, chosen for their depth, permanence, and ability to build luminous, layered detail. Through reference photos and conversation, I pay close attention to expression, presence, and the qualities that made your pet unmistakably yours.

My process is collaborative, with opportunities for reflection and refinement along the way. If the completed custom pet portrait does not feel aligned after engaging fully in the process, I offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee so you can move forward with confidence.

Yes. Some clients commission a custom pet portrait shortly after a loss, while others wait months or years. Some begin the process while their pet is aging or nearing the end of life. There is no “right” timing.

Entrusting someone with a beloved memory is a tender decision. My process is designed to be gentle, respectful, and emotionally supportive, wherever you are.

Absolutely. Many clients commission portraits of pets who are very much alive, as a way to celebrate the bond they share now.

Yes. The background, composition, and other thoughtful details are discussed during the process of creating your custom pet portrait. Personalization is approached with care so the final piece feels both timeless and deeply personal.

Yes. All custom pet portraits are created using photographs you share, along with thoughtful conversation. High-quality reference images allow me to capture expression, presence, and the details that made your pet uniquely yours.

Each custom pet portrait is carefully prepared and shipped with full protection and insurance. I work with clients around the world, and delivery timing and options are discussed once the painting is complete so you always know what to expect.

Select larger-scale commissions may be available by request. If you’re envisioning a custom pet portrait beyond the listed dimensions, we can discuss that once your inquiry is received.

Yes. Some clients gift a finished portrait, while others choose a gift certificate so the recipient can take part in the creative process. Gift commissions are handled with the same care and intention as every custom pet portrait.

To begin, you’ll submit an inquiry. I’ll follow up to learn more about your pet and invite you to share a few reference photos. From there, we’ll discuss timing, scale, and availability. A deposit reserves your place once you decide to move forward.

Custom hand-painted dog portrait of a mixed-breed dog with expressive eyes on a gray background by Erica Eriksdotter.

I feel that you know him as well as I do, and you captured his essence in the painting.”

Nikhil of Virginia
Memorial Portrait

Hand-painted dog portrait of a Golden Retriever with a happy expression on a light purple background by Erica Eriksdotter.

“Thank you, Erica, for everything. Your extraordinary talent and your extraordinary heart.”

Melissa Swensrud of Maryland
Custom Pet Portrait

“Each time that we look at the painting, we are transported back to that spring day in the backyard.”

D.F. of Pennsylvania
Memorial Portrait of Corky

Hand-painted dog portrait of a Yorkie with a vibrant orange background, capturing the dog’s lively personality by Erica Eriksdotter.

“It was therapeutic to collaborate with you every step of the way.”

L.J. from Georgia
In memory of Emily, who always wore a ponytail.

Hand-painted custom dog portrait with attentive eyes on a soft teal background by Erica Eriksdotter.
“It was hard not to get overly emotional when it was being opened.”

Jennifer Rowan of Maryland
Memorial Portrait of Charles

Custom hand-painted dog portrait of a mixed-breed dog with expressive eyes on a gray background by Erica Eriksdotter.

“I feel that you know him as well as I do, and you captured his essence in the painting.”

Nikhil of Virginia
Memorial Portrait

Hand-painted dog portrait of a Golden Retriever with a happy expression on a light purple background by Erica Eriksdotter.

“Thank you, Erica, for everything. Your extraordinary talent and your extraordinary heart.”

Melissa Swensrud of Maryland
Custom Pet Portrait

“Each time that we look at the painting, we are transported back to that spring day in the backyard.”

D.F. of Pennsylvania
Memorial Portrait of Corky

Hand-painted dog portrait of a Yorkie with a vibrant orange background, capturing the dog’s lively personality by Erica Eriksdotter.

“It was therapeutic to collaborate with you every step of the way.”

L.J. from Georgia
In memory of Emily, who always wore a ponytail.

Hand-painted custom dog portrait with attentive eyes on a soft teal background by Erica Eriksdotter.
“It was hard not to get overly emotional when it was being opened.”

Jennifer Rowan of Maryland
Memorial Portrait of Charles

Custom hand-painted dog portrait of a mixed-breed dog with expressive eyes on a gray background by Erica Eriksdotter.

“I feel that you know him as well as I do, and you captured his essence in the painting.”

Nikhil of Virginia
Memorial Portrait

Hand-painted dog portrait of a Golden Retriever with a happy expression on a light purple background by Erica Eriksdotter.

“Thank you, Erica, for everything. Your extraordinary talent and your extraordinary heart.”

Melissa Swensrud of Maryland
Custom Pet Portrait

“Each time that we look at the painting, we are transported back to that spring day in the backyard.”

D.F. of Pennsylvania
Memorial Portrait of Corky

Hand-painted dog portrait of a Yorkie with a vibrant orange background, capturing the dog’s lively personality by Erica Eriksdotter.

It was therapeutic to collaborate with you every step of the way.

L.J. from Georgia
Memorial portrait of Emily

Hand-painted custom dog portrait with attentive eyes on a soft teal background by Erica Eriksdotter.

“It was hard not to get overly emotional when it was being opened.”

Jennifer Rowan of Maryland
Memorial Portrait of Charles

Take a Peaceful Journey to a Healing Place

Join me on a gentle, intentional journey as we bring your pet’s memory to life on canvas.

Together, we’ll capture what made them themfrom the way their fur felt beneath your hand to the look in their eyes as they gazed up at you. Each portrait unfolds slowly, with care, reflection, and respect for the bond you shared.

This process is both emotional and deeply meaningful. Many clients tell me it becomes a quiet space for remembrance, healing, and connection, and I am honored to hold that space with you.

When you’re ready, I invite you to take the next step.

Take a Peaceful Journey to a Healing Place

Join me on a gentle, intentional journey as we bring your pet’s memory to life on canvas.

Together, we’ll capture what made them themfrom the way their fur felt beneath your hand to the look in their eyes as they gazed up at you. Each portrait unfolds slowly, with care, reflection, and respect for the bond you shared.

This process is both emotional and deeply meaningful. Many clients tell me it becomes a quiet space for remembrance, healing, and connection, and I am honored to hold that space with you.

When you’re ready, I invite you to take the next step.

A Peaceful, Healing Journey

Join me on a gentle, intentional journey that brings your pet’s memory to life on canvas.

Together, we’ll capture what made them themfrom the way their fur felt beneath your hand to the look in their eyes as they gazed up at you. Each portrait unfolds slowly, with care, reflection, and respect for the bond you shared.

When you’re ready, I invite you to take the next step.