Heart Essence Pet Portraits

Art that captures the heart's reflection of your cherished friend

Honoring Your Beloved Pet

Sharen Martinson's acrylic pet portrait paintings are crafted slowly and with intention as she honors your animal by capturing their heartfelt likeness. Rather than an exact photo replica Sharen uses her intuitive guidance to bring out their soulful essence. Each painting is a quiet tribute to the love and companionship your animal provides.

Commissioning a Pet Portrait

If your heart feels called to have a custom pet portrait painting created, Sharen would be honored to bring your vision to life. Each commission is based on a donation amount agreed upon before the painting begins, with a suggested amount of $200 to $300 depending on canvas size.  Sharen requests a deposit of $50 to begin your painting plus pictures of your animal.

She will confer with you as to the exact pose, background color and canvas size you wish.  When finished, Sharen will send a digital copy for your approval.  Once approved and the agreed-upon gift donation received, Sharen will arrange pick up in her local area of Cedar Rapids, Iowa City, Iowa.