Selected past work.
These pieces have found their homes.
New commission inquiries are welcome.

Portraits on Canvas

Portraits on Stone

The artwork shown is a selection of past commissions and gifts. These pieces are not available for purchase. Custom animal portraits are welcome—please inquire.

A little of them. Always with you.

Memorial portraits that celebrate the companion you love. If you wish, a small amount of your pet’s ashes can be gently incorporated into the paint, creating a personal keepsake. Available with or without ashes.

Kind Words

“The picture of Dakota is amazing! The resemblance is incredible. You really outdid yourself on this one. We are very happy with the painting of our wonderful pet”
— Jesus Gonzalez

“You captured Toby’s image perfectly! You have great talent!”
— Kathy Clontz

“I am amazed at Nicky’s unbelievable talent at capturing the beauty of the animals she paints.”
— Virginia Reynolds

Commission an Animal Portrait
I create personalized animal portraits on canvas and natural stone from your photographs. To discuss a portrait, click the envelope above and tell me about your animal and the type of painting you have in mind.

Email: [email protected].

Canvas Paintings

Animal and Pet Portraits on Canvas

Stone Paintings

Pet and Animal Portraits on Natural Stone

Painted Flowerpots

Memorial Portraits

A portrait to celebrate a beloved companion and keep their memory close. I paint memorial portraits from your photographs on canvas or natural stone. If you wish, a small amount of your pet’s ashes can be incorporated into the paint to create a deeply personal keepsake. Portraits are available with or without ashes.

Email: [email protected]

Angel - Painted with Ashes

About the Artist

I’m Nicole, the artist behind Pigment Parade. I paint animals on canvas and natural stone, with a focus on capturing their expressions and individual character. My work includes pet portraits, wildlife, and memorial keepsakes that celebrate the companions we love.

Commission an
Animal Portrait

Tell me about the animal you’d like me to paint. Use the form below to share your preferred surface—canvas or natural stone—approximate size, and any date you have in mind.
You can email reference photos to [email protected]. Memorial portraits are available with or without ashes incorporated into the paint.Once we agree on your portrait details and price, I’ll email you a PayPal invoice for the deposit. The remaining balance and shipping costs, if applicable, are due before shipment.Commission Starting PricesFlat natural stone — from $125
Rounded stone — from $175
Canvas — from $225Applicable sales tax, shipping, and protective packaging are additional.Commission Terms
A 50% deposit is required before painting begins. The remaining balance and agreed shipping costs are due before shipment. Your portrait details, total price, and estimated completion date will be agreed before payment.
One round of minor adjustments is included after you review a progress photo. Major changes may cost extra and will be discussed before proceeding.
If you cancel before painting begins, your deposit will be refunded less any previously agreed, nonrecoverable material costs. Once painting begins, material costs and completed work will be deducted from the deposit, up to its full amount.

Kind Words

“Digger looks so real I could just reach out and pet him! Beautiful portrait. Your friend will be delighted.”
— Bonnie Miller

“Nicky, your paintings take my breath away, and brighten my world. I don’t know why you don’t do this for a living. BTW, I’m so glad you include the time it takes you to complete one of these gorgeous paintings! People seldom realize the time an artist gives to a creation.”
— Vicki Huener

“This woman’s love for animals is more than apparent in her art. There’s a sense of the animal’s spirit in her work that I believe comes from her connection to her subjects.
Great stuff, great talent…”
— Frank

“JUST MAGNIFICENT”
— Terrisa Williamson

“I saw the photograph of this horse that was used as a model by Nicky, and her painting captures the dynamism of this beautiful animal even better than the photograph.”
— Jim Wilmer

“She captured the soul of my Poo!”
— Penny Leffell