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Artistic Journey

My passion for art began during my childhood in Michigan, but life took a detour while I raised my family. Now, I'm back at it, specializing in creating unique pet drawings drawn with loving care to bring you joy.

From Art to Art

In high school and college, I worked as a graphic artist. Later, I became a physical therapist/teacher and loved my career until a knee injury sidelined me in 2019. Just before the pandemic, I started drawing dogs for friends and continued doing so for free during the lockdown. Since then, my waiting list has grown, and I’ve now inactivated my PT license to focus on my art full-time—and I absolutely love it!

"I'm a little pencil in the hand of a writing God, who is sending a love letter to the world"--Mother Teresa

A Peek into My Life

I live just outside Orlando, Florida, with my husband, two rescue dogs—Sadie, our wise veteran, and Frankie, the younger pup learning the ropes—and our long-suffering cat, Trixie.

I Look Forward to Drawing for You!

Thank you for considering me as your artist for a custom pet artwork! In a fast-paced digital world, you’ll love receiving something unique and carefully crafted by hand. If you’re interested, I’d be happy to share progress photos as I work on your special portrait. Please contact me. I can’t wait to hear from you!

A small, fluffy dog with a light and dark fur mix, wearing a collar with a tag. The image features the text: "www.LindasPetPortraits.com.

Recognitions and Honors

2023

Invited to speak to the Artists League of Orange County, FL.

Finalist for International Artist of the Year by the S.A.A. in England for "Out of the Water" Cinnamon Teal Duck.

Various pieces showcased in Ann Kullberg's The Pencil Box online.

Published in CP Treasures Vol. 9: Colored Pencil Masterworks from Around the Globe for "Balcony View".

Honorable Mentions in Colored Pencil Magazine's 2023 Competition for "Out of the Water", "Those Eyes" and "Moose's Sweater".

2024

Cover and Featured Artist for "The New Barker-The Art of Dog" Issue 49.

Exhibition Finalist for Fusion Art Annual Black and White Exhibition--April 2024 for "Presley" and "Zeppelin" in graphite.

Cover and Featured Artist for "CP Magic" No. 52, April 2024.

"Boots" published in The Pencil Box section of Ann Kullberg's Color magazine, August 2024, Vol. 296.

Exhibition Finalist for Fusion Art 10th Annual Figures and Faces Art Exhibition September 2024 for "Cali" in colored pencil.

Second in Show at CPSA DC-117's Chapter Show, Palm Coast, Florida for "Murray". Published in May 2025 issue of To The Point magazine from the CPSA.

"Murray" published in the 39th issue of the Spotlight Contemporary Art magazine out of Lyon, France. 

2025

Featured in CP Magic's Five-Year Retrospective Special Issue, No. 62 // February 2025.

Published in CP Treasures Vol. 10: Colored Pencil Masterworks from Around the Globe for "Mia's Wagon".

"I'm Coming" published in Colored Pencil magazine's Latest & Greatest Gallery, Summer 2025.

"Positively Glowing" tutorial published in August 2025, Vol. 308 Ann Kullberg's Color magazine.

"Balcony View" received a Special Merit Award from Art&Color 365's 2025 All Animals Competition, published in Winter 2025, Vol. 3, No.1.

"Murray" received an Artistic Recognition Award from Art&Color 365's 2025 Drawings Competition, published in Summer 2025, Vol. 3, No.3.

"Moose's Sweater" received an Artistic Recognition Award from Art&Color 365's 2025 Drawings Competition, published in Spring 2025, Vol. 3, No.2.

2026

"You Lookin' At Me?" was featured in the Showcase gallery in Ann Kullberg's Color magazine, January 2026, Vol. 313.

"Sunset in Your Eyes" received an Artistic Recognition Award from Art&Color 365's 2025 Wildlife/Animals Competition, published in 2026 Winter Vol. 4, No. 1.

"Snow Day!" received an Artistic Recognition Award from Art&Color 365's 2026 Realism Competition, published in 2026 Early Spring Vol. 4, No. 2.

"Are You My Mother?" received 4th Place Overall, 3rd Place in Painting & Other Media Artists in LightSpaceTime "Animals" Art Exhibition, May 2026.

"Moonlight on the River" tutorial published in CP Magic, No. 78 // June 2026.

"Gone Fishing" accepted into Dog Days of Summer, The Ulti-Mutt Art Exhibit at Winter Garden City Hall, Winter Garden Florida from July 1-August 31, 2026.