Commissions open

Whimsical portraits of the animals you love

Hi, I'm Ani — a digital painter and huge animal enthusiast. I paint creatures of every kind, and customized pet portraits full of light, flowers and personality.

Painted portrait of Reinhardt and Sasha, two dogs surrounded by flowers.

Selected work

Full galleries on DeviantArt and ArtStation

Reinhardt & Sasha
Reinhardt & Sasha
Owlbears
Owlbears
Birdie
Birdie
Puffy, Zuki & Zippy
Puffy, Zuki & Zippy
Ranfa & Mulan at Nara Park
Ranfa & Mulan — Nara Park
Ranfa & Mulan on the first day of school
Ranfa & Mulan — First Day of School
Maya the yellow lab
Maya the Yellow Lab
Suho the chonky bun
Suho the Chonky Bun
Bear the horse
Bear the Horse
Kiki
Kiki
Ranfa & Mulan at a matsuri
Ranfa & Mulan — Matsuri
Teddy & Max
Teddy & Max
Ani, the artist behind anexxshady.

About

Hello! I'm Ani, a digital artist and a huge animal enthusiast, who enjoys painting all different types of creatures 🦊🐨🐀🐎🦎 Between the bigger projects, I paint customized whimsical pet portraits ❤️

You can find me as @anexxshady everywhere!

100% human-made art only! #NoAI #humanart

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Commissions

Commissions open
  1. Choose a style

    Six portrait styles below — pick the one that fits your creature best.

  2. Share references

    Photos of the animal plus a little about their personality. Full creative freedom welcome!

  3. Payment

    50% deposit or full payment via PayPal or Ko-fi, in USD.

  4. Sketch & painting

    A sketch to approve if requested, then I paint. Average 2 weeks to a month.

  5. Delivery

    Full-sized JPG, PNG and PSD files in 300 DPI, ready for printing.

Styles & pricing

Realistic Portrait

Realistic proportions, colorful aesthetic background with bokeh.

  • Headshot$95
  • Half-body$150
  • Full-body$200
  • Small animals$35–100

Every additional animal 40% off · full body includes detailed foliage

Realistic Portrait example
Realistic Portrait

Semi-realistic Portrait

Realistic proportions with a slightly dreamy, magical look.

  • Headshot$95
  • Half-body / bust$150
  • Full-body$200
  • Small animals$35–100

Every additional animal 40% off · includes leafy background

Semi-realistic Portrait example
Semi-realistic Portrait

Stylized Portrait

Whimsical stylized proportions, colorful semi-detailed background.

  • Headshot$75
  • Half-body$120
  • Full-body$165
  • Full body + scenery$220
  • Small animals & birds$25–75

Every additional animal 40% off

Stylized Portrait example
Stylized Portrait

Cartoony Portrait

Cartoony proportions, expressive faces, vibrant colors and textures.

  • Headshot / icon$35
  • Full-body$100
  • Additional full-body+$50
  • Sona / anthro OC$120–150

Can include accessories, toys, costumes, text

Cartoony Portrait example
Cartoony Portrait

Stylized B&W Sketches

Exaggerated proportions, lots of personality, humor, VIBES~

  • 1 sketch$15
  • 2 sketches$30
  • 3 sketches (most requested)$35
  • 4 sketches$40
  • 5 and more$10 each

Speech bubbles and text can be added

Stylized black and white sketch example
Stylized B&W Sketches

Animal + Person

Family portraits with a fantasy twist and dynamic lighting.

  • Small animal + person (bust)$200
  • Animal half-body + person (bust)$250
  • Both full-body$300–350
  • Detailed background+$50

Good reference photos required

Animal and person portrait example
Animal + Person

Final costs vary with detail and background complexity. Payments in USD via PayPal or Ko-fi; 50% deposit or full payment before work begins. Average turnaround 2 weeks to a month. Paintings are digital — no physical product. Full Terms of Service and F.A.Q. below.

I'm always interested in new projects — write me at anexxshady.art@gmail.com

Terms & F.A.Q.

Please read the Terms of Service carefully before ordering — by commissioning me, you are agreeing to them. Anything unanswered here? Just message me!

Terms of Service

General disclaimers
  • I reserve the right to refuse service to anyone for any reason at any time.
  • Descriptions, prices, and availability of services are subject to change without notice. I reserve the right for any modification, price change, or discontinuation of any services in my brochure.
Payment
  • Most styles have general base prices set for a headshot, half-body, and full-body portrait. The final costs vary depending on the intricacy of the details and the complexity of the background, style, type of animal, the number of characters, etc.
  • A 50% deposit or full payment is taken before any work begins. If we decide to go with a 50/50 payment, the second half is paid after the painting is finished.
  • All payments are made in USD through PayPal or Ko-fi donations (for smaller commissions).
  • You may NOT disclose any personal information found in the transaction process.
Refunds
  • A 50% deposit is non-refundable once the payment has been made. This is to cover the time and effort spent to begin work. By making the payment, you accept these terms and are legally bound by them.
  • If you paid in full in advance and the refund is requested at any time before the coloring stage, you will be refunded 50% of the full amount. If the portrait is already in the color process, the refund will not be available.
  • If I cancel the commission for any reason at any stage, 100% of the payment will be refunded to you immediately.
Delivery
  • Once the commission is complete, you will receive high-resolution files in 300 DPI for printing. Please let me know if you would like it in a specific size.
  • Please note: these paintings are digital and there is no physical product.
Rights and usage
  • You can use the artwork for any non-commercial purpose, including printing for personal use or gifts, and posting online. You must credit and link back to me/tag me when sharing or using the commissioned work. You may NOT redistribute or use the artwork for any commercial purpose unless you purchase commercial rights. You may NOT claim the artwork as yours. Editing my work, such as repainting, tracing, or letting other artists edit my work is prohibited.
  • All rights and ownership of the artwork remain with me, the artist, unless agreed otherwise. I reserve the right to record and post any stage of the commission online for portfolio and promotional purposes unless requested otherwise. If you clarify that this is a gift, I will withhold from posting until the appropriate time.
  • You may NOT use the commissioned piece in any technology related to NFTs, cryptocurrency, or AI.

F.A.Q.

How do I commission a portrait?

From choosing your desired style to receiving the finished portrait, the Commissioning Process above covers all the necessary steps and information you need to know about the ordering process. Don’t forget to read the Terms of Service.

Can you create a portrait of any animal?

Yes! I paint all kinds of domestic and wildlife animals, regardless of how big or small they are!

What is the cost of a portrait?

My costs vary depending on the intricacy of the details and complexity of the background, type of animal, etc. The styles above include base prices for a headshot, half-body, and full-body portrait, as well as the cost for additional characters.

How do I pay for the portrait?

For orders under $100, payment can be made via PayPal or Ko-fi. Orders over $100 are paid via PayPal invoices. You can choose to either pay in full or make a partial payment to pay the 50% deposit. All payments are made in USD.

What is your refund policy?

The 50% deposit is non-refundable to cover the time spent to begin work. If you’ve paid in full in advance and a refund is requested before the coloring stage, 50% will be refunded. You will be refunded if I cancel the commission at any stage. See more in my Terms of Service.

What kind of reference photos do I need to provide?

Ideally, I’ll need high-resolution photos with good lighting, but I can work from old/blurry images too. Multiple references are preferred. Please note, that an extra charge might be applied if the photos are extremely low-quality, as I’ll need to reimagine and recreate all the missing details.

How long does it take to complete a portrait?

My average turnaround time is between 2 weeks to a month, depending on the complexity of your portrait and the place of your slot in the queue. Please let me know if you need your portrait for a specific date, and I’ll do my best to work to your timescale. An extra charge may be applied to rush or expedited services.

Can I request revisions or changes to the portrait?

You will be sent a sketch if requested, and I will make the changes based on your feedback. After the painting is finished, I will send the watermarked version and work with you until you are happy with the portrait.

How do you handle the background or composition of the portrait?

My backgrounds and compositions are rarely based on the reference photos. I love painting original backgrounds with nature and foliage, with a touch of fantasy and magic. I’m always open to all ideas - let me know if you have a particular vision for your portrait!

Do you sell physical items like prints?

Not yet! I’ll announce on my website and socials if I have any physical products available.