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Katie Hester -Animal Portrait Artist in Somerset

I'm a professional pet portrait and wildlife conservation artist based in Taunton Somerset, England. I pride myself on creating highly detailed realism animal portraiture using colour & graphite pencils.

In each drawing I aim to encapsulate the spirit, raw beauty and behaviour of the animal. I enjoy bringing you as close to them as possible - the closer you get to the portrait the more details you can see.

All of my portraits can be sent locally and nationally.

I donate 10% of the profits from the sale of all wildlife originals, to raise funds for vital conservation efforts.

I believe that through a mutual love of art and animals we can help save lives!

Tiger portrait in graphite pencil drawn by Katie hester wildlife artist based in somerset uk, art for conservation, contemporary art gallery display. greyscale artwork for wildlife conservation
Realistic Zebra Artists Drawing

Art Exhibition Dates

'Bath Contemporary Art Fair'

Green Park Station

Green Park Rd,

Bath, BA1 1JB

Somerset

England

  • Sunday 12th May 2024

  • Sunday 9th June 2024

  • Sunday 14th July 2024

  • Sunday 13th October 2024

  • Sunday 10th November 2024

  • Sunday 8th December 2024

Pet Portrait Commissions

black labrador pet portrait commission using colour pencils by uk animal artist katie hester, contemporary pet fine artist based in somerset
Photo realsitic pet portait of a liver spaniel using colour pencils by pet and wildlife artist Katie Hester, faber castell polychromos pencil dog portrait

Katie strives to capture realistic pet portraits using high quality colour & graphite pencils on archival 100% cotton paper.

Drawing from the reference photos you provide, her price list is tailored to various size options.

Offering a professional and friendly service so please don't hesitate to get in touch with any queries.

Tabby cat pet portrait commission in drawn in colour pencils, hightly detailed hyper-realistic cat pet portrait.

Portrait Testimonials

"Fabulous artist, very professional and her work is outstanding. We have had three portraits now from Katie! I highly recommend her." - A.Paris
"Everyone who comes round is astounded by the likeness and fantastic artwork, everyone comments how her eyes follow you no matter where you are in the room. 
Thank you so much for bringing her back to have price of place in our home. 
You are a fantastic artist and a very talented lady. Wishing you every success in your business in the future." - C.Morrell
"We are absolutely delighted with our pictures. They now hang in our front entrance hall for all to see. Fantastic attention to detail, they are simply brilliant." - J.Wilmshurst
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