How it all started…
Thank you for visiting my website. Originally from Cheshire and now living in Essex.
I draw portraits of past and present pets using coloured pencils.
Using photographic reference material to capture the character and personality of animals.
This enables clients to commission a portrait of a loved pet who might have sadly passed away thereby creating a long-lasting memorial, also a perfect gift.
My motivation is always to capture the essence of an animal that will be a constant reminder of their place in our lives and for me, it is always a privilege to be asked to do this.
For all details of how to commission a portrait, please see How it All works.
Blu …. We needed a very special and personal gift for our daughter and son-in-law celebrating their 20th Wedding Anniversary. No hesitation for the gift selection. We communicated with Sue, sent photographs and explained what was required, including mount and frame. Sue does not disappoint. The portrait of Blu is very life like, it cannot be compared to a flat photograph – Blu is back in the family – he was top dog and is very sadly missed. We have viewed numerous original works by Sue and she never misses a beat. The couple have received the portrait, no words were needed, their emotions said everything. Their Blu is back home. Thank you Sue xx
Taylor …..“We lost our wonderful little girl Taylor on 7th Feb 2023 at the age of 14 years, after having her since she was 6 weeks old. Our lives are empty, no sunshine and no heartbeat in the home.
Bloobell ….. “I bought a drawing of bloobell for my mum’s 50th birthday. Sadley bloo passed away late 2022 following a diagnosis of cancer. I knew my mum would love this but underestimated just how much it ment to her. The detail in her fur and her eyes are incredible and really capture our bloo. My mum was so thrilled and speechless, I can’t wait to get my own done of my cats.”
Columbo ….. “We are beyond thrilled with our drawing of our beautiful and sadly missed Columbo. Sue is incredibly detailed and she really looked into the many photos of Columbo we sent her and captured all his unique details and characteristics. I would highly recommend Sue, it is a beautiful keepsake of our beautiful boy.”
Wiske ….. “Sue is hugely talented: for my commission, she captured the heart and
Humphrey …..“So pleased with Sue’s work of our schnauzer Humphrey. Not only is it so realistic, she has captured his personality beautifully. I literally cannot walk by it without staring into his eyes. Sue also advised us on the perfect frame to choose and framed him for us. Have seen lots of Sue’s work in local exhibition and cannot recommend her highly enough.”
Frazer …..“Very impressed with the likeness, brings a tear to my eye when I look at it. I’m so glad I had It done. I have a new dobby now and will be getting him done too.”
Stan …..”I felt I must write and thank you for the stunning artwork you have managed to provide me with. It’s differcult to put into words how you have captured the very presence of my tricolour Border Collie. It hangs in pride of place and every single visitor to my house has walked up to the portrait and remarked what a simply stunning piece of artwork it is. Thanks for this wonderful effort, what an amazing talent you have! All the very best, Graham H …. And of course Stan.”
Teah & Tzar ….. “I really recommend Sue, she is such a talented artist. She spends a lot of time and care over drawings and everyone she does is just amazing. She drew my dogs Teah & Tzar recently and I was overwhelmed with how good the drawing was. She really captured their character well.”
Muffin ….. “I am really impressed with how good the portrait of Muffin is. Everyone cannot believe what a good likeness and all done in pencil and was framed as well.”
Treacle …..“It was really hard getting my cat Treacle to pose, but after I sent a lot of photos to Sue, she drew an amazing picture of Treacle which I cannot believe is all done in pencil. A very professional artist, please give her a try.”
Georgie ….. “Georgie’s adorable face so lovingly drawn by Sue will be treasured always.”
Millie….. “Took my breath away. Sue surprised me with the portrait of Millie resting on her favourite chair. The electronic image on the website does not do justice to the actual portrait; every hair, every whisker and expression, losing myself Millie’s gorgeous eyes. It feels like Millie is in the room again.”
Dory ….. “Really pleased with the portrait of our pet cat. It was a very good likeness of her and captured her facial expression perfectly. Such fine detail in the work and framed beautifully. Very happy with the end result.”
Veya ….. “Thank you so much Sue for the picture of my gorgeous mare “Veya”. I miss her terribly and looking at her pretty face everyday reminds me how gorgeous she was xx”
Okye ….. “Our beloved Okye captured perfectly by Sue and hangs pride of place on our wall. So talented.”
Mickey ….. “Mickey an inside cat kept disappearing and thought we would never capture his big whiskers and soft thick fur. Sue Greenald is a gifted artist and to look at the picture she has drawn all with pencil is so clever and lots of people have commented on it.”
Lollipop ….. “Once again Sue, you have made me so happy to be able to look at my loyal and much loved “Lollipop” everyday. Her eyes are amazing and I feel she’s watching over me, bless her xx “
Fizz ….. “A true depiction of one of my cats. This is so lifelike and I am so pleased with the finished drawing. The fur looks so real you feel like could stroke it for real.”
Barney ….. “OMG Sue, it’s like looking at Barney. It’s made me cry, I love it, thank you so much. Anne B”
Milo ….. “This is a portrait of my cat Milo was drawn by my friend Sue. The detail is outstanding and so true to life. Such a lifelike picture.”
