Pet Portraits
Inspired by the elaborate European military couture of the 18th century, Alix Soubiran reconciles her love of dogs, history and her fine art practice through painting custom pet portraits. Though based in Los Angeles, she frequently travels back to her native Paris to study the intricacies of French military attire showcased at The Army Museum in Les Invalides.
Having a bespoke portrait painted of one's pet is a grand way to establish them as a beloved member of the family. It also serves as an indelible tribute to their legacy long after they are gone.
Soubiran bases the historic character of each portrait on the dog's personality, expression, and natural elegance—or lack thereof. Adorned in ornate epaulets and feather-bedecked bicorne hats, they transform from a pet to a legend. Napoleon once said, “A man becomes the creature of his uniform." Soubiran believes this to be true of pets as well.
How to Order
If you’re interested in commissioning a historic pet portrait, please see the process below and contact Alix directly:
NECESSARY ASSETS
Multiple high-res photos of your pet taken in daylight to be approved by the artist
Signed fabrication agreement (will be emailed to client)
60% deposit
PRICING
*Select your painting size:
Pet painted with oil paints on a 20" x 16” oval cotton canvas - $4,300
Pet painted with oil paints on a 24" x 20" oval cotton canvas - $5,300
*Please note that custom sizes and portraits featuring multiple dogs are available upon request.
Pricing will vary. Feel free to contact Alix with any additional questions.
PROJECT TIMELINE
The painting will take 5-6 weeks for Alix to complete. Once it’s finished, dry and ready to ship, you will be notified and asked to pay the remaining balance plus shipping. Because each portrait is intricately hand-painted and one-of-a-kind, completion time may vary.
“Romina’s portrait is a total success! My entire family loves it and we all agree—my husband, the kids and I—that you perfectly captured Romina’s inner essence. Along with her stunning uniform, it’s exactly her character—her gaze and her slightly timid air. Bravo and a million thanks.”
— Godeleine, Los Angeles
