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Artist Michael George Turns Pets into Fine Oil Portraits
Michael George shows how he built a career immortalizing pets as fine‑art oil portraits.
By Felo News Desk · Published
Michael George has turned a love of animals into a niche art business, creating fine oil paintings that capture pets in lifelike detail, CBS News reported on Oct. 17, 2026.
George works from his studio, receiving photographs from owners and translating them onto canvas with traditional oil techniques. He says the process can take several weeks, depending on the size and complexity of the piece. The finished works are sold directly to clients, who often view them as lasting tributes to their companions.
According to the video feature, George’s clientele spans the United States, and he has painted a range of animals from dogs and cats to more exotic pets. He emphasizes that each portrait is a personalized commission, tailored to the pet’s personality and the owner’s preferences.
Key facts
- Michael George creates fine oil paintings of pets as a professional service. (cbsnews.com)
- The artist works from photographs supplied by pet owners. (cbsnews.com)
- Each portrait can take several weeks to complete, depending on size and detail. (cbsnews.com)
- George sells the finished paintings directly to clients across the United States. (cbsnews.com)
Sources
- [1] cbsnews.com — originally reported as “How an artist built a career creating pet oil paintings”
