PET PORTRAIT ARTIST
Hello there! I’m Naomi Jenkin, a pet portrait artist based in the beautiful Cornish countryside, UK. I specialise in creating highly realistic hand-drawn pet portraits that truly capture the heart, soul, and unique personality of your beloved pet.
Before drawing your portrait, I love to talk with you to learn all about your pet and what makes them so special. By understanding their individual quirks and character, I can craft a portrait that not only accurately reflects their physical appearance, but also beautifully captures their very essence and nature.
Using only the highest quality, archival art materials, each portrait is lovingly hand drawn from your photographs. While I am particularly passionate about creating dog portraits, I also have extensive experience in drawing cats, horses, and other cherished pets.
As an artist, there’s nothing more rewarding than bringing the unique spirit of an animal to life on paper and creating a treasured piece of art that will bring you joy for many years to come.
My portraits are shipped all over the world, so whether you’re located here in the UK or anywhere else, please get in touch to discuss booking a unique portrait of your special pet!
Cotton and Bella posing with their pet portrait
WORKING WITH ME
My aim is to make the process of commissioning your hand-drawn pet portrait a smooth and enjoyable experience. I pride myself on close collaboration, keeping you up to date every step of the way to ensure your final artwork is exactly what you envision. I pay very close attention to detail, and I’m not satisfied until you are absolutely delighted with your treasured pet portrait.
For more details on booking your bespoke pet portrait, please visit my how it works page.
AWARD WINNING WILDLIFE ARTIST
Sharing a deep love for the natural world is at the heart of my wider artwork. Through my original wildlife art drawings, I aim to transport you to breath-taking scenes, evoking wonder and fascination for the animal kingdom. Many of my drawings celebrate the beauty of endangered species and highlight their vital role in our world. Each drawing is a labour of love, and achieving captivating realism is a key focus. If you feel you could step right into the artwork, then I’ve met my goal! More importantly, I strive to connect you emotionally with the animals I draw, offering a moment of peace and immersion, all from the comfort of your home.
Naomi was awarded the Inaugural Chairpersons Award from the Association of Animal Artists in 2024.
I am honoured to have received several awards for my wildlife art, including the Inaugural Chairpersons Award from the Association of Animal Artists in 2024 and the Sketch For Survival Artist of the Year 100 award in the same year. My achievements also include being a Wildlife Artist of the Year Finalist in 2022 and 2024, and a finalist for the British Art Prize 2024. To explore my wildlife drawings, including originals, limited edition prints, and commission information, please visit my wildlife art page.
Naomi Jenkin drawing “The Elephant Charge” which was a Wildlife Artist of the Year 2024 finalist artwork.
WILDLIFE CONSERVATION
I am proud to support key fundraising events for wildlife conservation through my art. My wildlife pieces have raised significant funds for conservation charities like Explorers Against Extinction and the David Shepherd Wildlife Foundation, as well as local wildlife charities such as Prickles and Paws Hedgehog Rescue here in Cornwall. You can find more information on my conservation efforts on my wildlife conservation page.
SEASCAPE PAINTINGS
Living on the stunning north coast of Cornwall it’s hard not to be inspired and awed by the ocean and rugged cliffs. Over the years my surroundings have inspired a number of seascape paintings, each featuring a scene from around Cornwall. As well as the original paintings, I also produce limited edition prints of each artwork. To see my full collection of Cornwall seascapes and to learn more, please explore my seascape paintings page.
ART MATERIALS
To ensure the longevity of your artwork, whether a pet portrait, wildlife drawing or seascape, I use only the highest quality art materials. My mediums have excellent lightfastness, and I work on professional-grade, acid-free surfaces. For my animal art, pastels are my preferred medium, allowing me to create incredible textures and vibrant colours with exceptional detail, capturing the softness of fur and the reflections in eyes. For my seascapes, I favour oil paints, whose fluidity allows me to convey the dynamic movement and vivid colours of the ocean.
AWARDS, EXHIBITIONS AND PUBLICATIONS
I’ve been delighted to have my work featured in various publications and media, including BBC television and radio, magazine interviews, and podcasts. My animal art is exhibited regularly across the UK, often in support of wildlife conservation. I have also been fortunate to receive and be nominated for several awards. To find out where you can see, read about, or hear more about my art, please visit my Awards, Exhibitions and Publications page.
