A Little About Me

Hi, I'm Nancy.

When I'm not at my drawing desk, you'll usually find me with my family, reading a good book, or spending time with my dogs.

Life around here is rarely quiet. I'm a wife, mom, and gigi, and my days are often filled with family, conversations, and the happy chaos that comes with a house full of people and pets.

Somewhere in the middle of all that, you'll find me drawing.

It's where I slow down, focus on one thing at a time, and spend hours studying the little details that make an animal unique. The curious expression of a bear cub, the watchful gaze of a mother tiger, or the familiar look that makes someone say, "That's exactly my dog."

Animals have always inspired me, especially wildlife. When I'm not working on commissions, you'll usually find bears, tigers, elephants, otters, or another animal from my ever-growing inspiration folder making their way onto my drawing desk.

Whether I'm creating a wildlife piece or a portrait of a beloved companion, my goal is always the same: to capture the personality, connection, and moments that make animals unforgettable. 🐾

Wildlife & Pet Portraits Inspired by the Animals We Love

Welcome to my little corner of the world, where coloured pencils, wildlife reference photos, and the occasional dog on my lap all come together to create artwork inspired by animals.

From beloved pets to wildlife, my work focuses on the personalities, connections, and moments that make animals unforgettable. Whether it's the curious look of a bear cub, the bond between a mother and her baby, or the familiar expression of a beloved companion, I'm always drawn to the details that make an animal feel uniquely themselves.

Every piece is created by hand, layer by layer, with the goal of capturing more than appearance. I want people to look at a drawing and recognize the personality, presence, and story behind it.

Take a look around, explore the collections, and meet the animals that continue to inspire my work. 🐾

Custom Pet Portraits

The animals we love become part of our story.

Whether they're greeting you at the door, following you from room to room, or living on in cherished memories, a custom portrait is a meaningful way to celebrate the companion who made such a lasting impact on your life.

Each portrait is hand-drawn in coloured pencil and created from your photos, with careful attention to the expression, personality, and little details that make them uniquely them.

My goal is simple: when you look at your portrait, it feels like them.

If you're considering a portrait of your companion, I'd love to hear their story and explore creating something special for you. 🐾

Wildlife & Pet Portraits That Capture Personality, Connection & the Moments That Matter

Hand-drawn wildlife artwork and custom pet portraits inspired by the personalities, connections, and moments that make animals unforgettable.

🐾 Tell Me About Your Pet

From the people who know them best

The greatest compliment I can receive is hearing that a portrait truly feels like the animal it was created to celebrate.

The people who share their lives with these companions know every expression, every quirk, and every little detail that makes them who they are. Their words mean the world to me.

Here are a few thoughts from clients who trusted me to capture the personalities, memories, and moments that made their animals so special. 🐾

Pious

I recently had the pleasure of commissioning a drawing from Nancy, of my dog Pious. She created a beautiful portrait of my dog, Pious and the level of detail and emotion in the artwork is simply incredible. The final piece not only showcases Pious’s personality but also serves as a cherished keepsake in my home. If you’re looking for unique and heartwarming art that celebrates our furry friends, or a beloved animal, I highly recommend Nancy. Her work is a true testament to her skill and love for animals
Alyssa T.
Louie

So in love with this beautiful drawing. Nancy captured our cat perfectly! The detail is incredible and I am blown away by how much it looks like him. Thank you again so much, Nancy! If you’re looking for a pet portrait to remember your fur babies forever, Nancy is your girl!!
‍ ‍ - Devon V.
Penguin Family

When I opened the present of the penguins drawing. I immediately wanted to cry. The drawing was absolutely beautiful. I love the way that it represents my family and my love of penguins.
-Abi A.
Koala Bear

“The detail in this koala portrait is incredible. Every little texture and expression was captured so beautifully. It makes me smile every time I see it. You can tell so much care went into creating it. It’s truly something special and I’m so happy to have it.”
Oxen Pair

This commission is exceptional. Every detail feels deliberate and alive, and the two oxen’s personalities are captured so beautifully, one calm and steady, the other quietly curious. Beyond the technical skill, the piece carries real warmth and care. It feels personal, thoughtful, and deeply respectful of its subjects. An outstanding work that exceeded every expectation.
-Rhonda B.
Bailey & Rufus

Nancy’s attention to detail gave us an exceptional memorial for our two handsome dogs which now hangs in our family kitchen. Every visitor admires it.
Jan & Bob W.
Harvey

I am absolutely blown away by the portrait of my cat, Harvey, that Nancy created for me. It’s one thing to draw a likeness from reference images, but it’s another to truly capture an animal's spirit, and Nancy did just that. The way she handled his colouring is incredible; she managed to find all those subtle browns in his black fur, and the different shades in his eyes that are hard to see except in certain lights. Nancy was professional, prompt, and very responsive, and the process of working with her was incredibly smooth and straightforward. From the care and respect she brings to her work, you can tell she is a lifelong animal lover herself.
Alana R.
Austin

Nancy, thank you so much for the lovely picture of Austin, it is so lifelike and brings back so many memories of when he was young.
Kathy R.
Charlie

Thank you so very much, Nancy, for this beautiful portrait of Charlie. I truly feel like i’m looking at a photograph. It’s incredibly lifelike and captures Charlie perfectly. You’ve done such an amazing job bringing out his personality in every detail. My family and I absolutely love it, and it means so much to us to have such a special piece of art. we couldn’t be happier.
Nitin

My Philosophy

Create more, love more & enjoy the process- embracing creativity and having fun along the way
I am always doing what I cannot do yet, in order to learn how to do it.

Vincent Van Gogh
The creativity process is a process of surrender, not control.

Julia Cameron
Creative people are curious, flexible, persistent & independent with a tremendous spirit of adventure & a love of play

Henri Matisse