Pencil portrait artist Angie's blog - news and tips from the studio

Debbie Shaw

2018-12-04T21:32:04+0000

Yet again Angie has produced a stunning portrait for us; having added a third dog to our little family I wanted a portrait of them to celebrate my husbands 50th birthday. Having previously commissioned a portrait from Angie a few years back of the two dogs, I didn’t hesitate to reach out to her again. The result is stunning! As usual Angie was so helpful and supportive when choosing which photos to use; nothing was too much trouble and she put up with my “dithering” with good humour and grace. Please, please get Angie to capture your loved fur babies...you really won’t regret it. In summary; an amazing experience with a brilliant portrait at the end of it to cherish forever.read more

Julie Kwiatkowski Oberle

2018-11-05T00:12:06+0000

I picked up the beautifully packaged portrait of my Ozzie Bear � on Saturday! Opening and seeing it in person was such a delight! Angie, you are so talented and you did an amazing portrait! It will be ever treasured, thank you so very much!!!read more

Philippa Webb

2018-11-02T19:56:49+0000

I really don't know how to express my gratitude to Angie for her absolutely stunning work. She is truly gifted. The portrait that Angie drew of my cat Peanut is absolutely perfect. I am in awe of the colouring and the detail. Angie managed to truly capture the likeness of my Peanut, and I can see her in those eyes. Those eyes! Angie's work is breathtaking and this portrait means so much to me. Angie was also an absolute pleasure to work with, lots of emails with updates and progress photos that I also cherish. Thank you again xread more

Jane Bristow

2018-10-09T15:06:35+0000

What a beautiful portrait we received on Monday! It took my breath away with the detail and capturing Billy’s character!! Angie I cannot thank you enough!! We are over the moon .... twice! �read more

Carol Powell

2018-09-26T22:50:04+0000

Angie is a highly talented artist. Her portrait of our dog is beyond wonderful. Everyone that has seen it is blown away. That is the absolute truth. #10!!!!read more

Julia Anderson

2018-09-26T16:39:17+0000

We have just received the most beautiful, intricate portrait of our two cocker spaniels Brodie and Dylan. Angies work is difficult to describe adequately. The portraits are spectacular, amazing and so realistic you feel that you coukd stroke it and feel their soft fur. We are emotional, delighted and completely and utterly thrilled. Angie is uniquely talented and responsive to requests. We would recommend her to anyone who wants a lifelong memory of their cherished pet.read more

Lis van der Geer

2018-09-22T10:46:51+0000

Gorgeous drawings, great artist!

Anita Sheridan

2018-09-01T13:56:34+0000

Love seeing the finished portrait, but also how Angie gets there, showing part finished artwork - amazing work!read more

Meryl Seager

2018-08-29T20:44:24+0000

This afternoon I received Alfie's portrait from Angie, to say I am blown away is an understatement!! I'd seen work in progress pictures so knew from these that Angie had captured Alfie perfectly but seeing the actual portrait was something else entirely!! His eyes are so alive and I feel like he is looking at me! Angie has been an absolute joy to deal with, she kept me informed through the whole process and made sure I was happy with the completed portrait before posting. The portrait was packaged so well and it felt very special unwrapping it and seeing it for the first time. I cannot recommend Angie highly enough, her work is amazing.read more

Alison Hall

2018-07-01T07:12:30+0000

This has to be the most realistic artwork I've ever seen. Superb. I love it. From start to finish the the communication was brilliant and it's been a pleasure talking to you. Thank you Angie I would give you 10 stars � xread more

Sybell Brett

2018-06-23T23:14:47+0000

Wow! I've new fb page and decided to look you up again...i scrolled through lots & lots of people's pets before I found Benji....he still has pride of place in my front room....people still admire his portrait and ask...WHO? Did it for you..im happy to say From Angie with Love...look her up on fb.....love my boys portrait very very much xx.read more

Stephanie Tomasevic

2018-06-20T09:48:48+0000

We are just stunned by Angie's work. When we saw the online photos of the two portraits we commissioned we were over the moon with them. And then the real things arrived, and we were blown away. We could hardly believe they were drawn by a human hand. The process was so easy too - Angie's communication is great, she's lovely. And the portraits were SO well packaged too. Can't wait to get them framed and up on the wall.read more

Teresa Ashlock

2018-05-19T04:49:01+0000

Simply amazing!!! I’m so impressed with this artist!!!read more

Stefan John Ball

2018-04-25T21:22:43+0000

Angie works are just brilliant and i wish her well in the future.read more

Mirtha Salvo

2018-03-26T12:33:25+0000

Amazing. They're so beautiful. Congrats. I'd like one for me. I only have a photo of a dog which I loved so.muchread more

Magalie Frascella

2018-03-21T06:16:22+0000

C'est magnifiquement bien fait , c'est magique il y a de la vie on dirait en définitive qui sont réel il faut continuer ça donne du rêve et dans la vie si dur on en a besoin du rêve.read more

Kari Owens Richards

2018-03-19T23:58:05+0000

Just saw a picture of a Wire Hair Fox Terrier today!! It is absolutely beautiful and AMAZING!!read more

Vera Otyuskina

2018-02-22T14:31:06+0000

Великолепно! Это надо видеть!read more

Barbara Latford

2018-02-06T14:22:45+0000

Simply the best! Received my wonderful drawing today of my Khalee the Cockapoo and I'm over the moon! It's even better than I dreamed it could be. Well worth the wait xxxread more

Caroline O'driscoll

2018-01-17T19:49:52+0000

I haven’t recieved my picture yet but I can’t stop looking at it on your Facebook page it’s so realistic it has captured Honey and her loving personality � % . Can’t wait until it’s actually here and in my front room you are so talented and bring joy to us all through your work can’t thank you enough �read more

Maria Lourdes Lombard Romanof

2018-01-12T20:59:22+0000

Maravilloso.Es como si tuviesen vida .Un talento unico.Mi admiracion total.read more

Christine Spain

2017-12-24T07:52:07+0000

I have just had my boys portrait drawn by Angie,the result is stunning,I have seen other artists work on different websites but Angie is the best,not only is she briliant but she is a lovely caring kind person,its just a shame that there are only 5 stars,she deserves far more,if you are thinking of getting a portrait done do not hesitate,Angie is an extremely brilliant talented artist.read more

Gaby Savaria

2017-11-29T20:24:52+0000

Dearest Angie.....I cannot thank you enough for bringing my Andy back to life; I just LOVE LOVE this and cannot wait to head to the framer when I'm able to drive again. It's amazing how you capture these precious furry ones....you have a special gift for sure! Love, Gabyread more

Marilyn McLaughlin

2017-11-21T19:46:54+0000

What a pity that there are only 5 stars for you Angie.....I think a whole heaven of stars would be more appropriate! You will never truly know how much your portrait of our wee fellow has touched both our hearts...a bit ott I know but very honest! You have given us a reminder of Barney that will be with us always and a little of the heartache of losing him has been eased. You seem to have the knack and talent of putting 'life' and 'soul' into your work and for that we thank you very much. I have no hesitation on recommending Angie with Love! She is fantastic!read more

Ashley Cobb

2017-11-20T21:44:28+0000

I came across this artist nearly two years ago and joined the waiting list. Then September this year I had an email to say I am now top and to send photos to be considered for the portrait. Well that was the start of an amazing journey which ended with the most awesome and out of this world portrait. I took Meggy to meet Angie and collect the work in question. She is such a talent, if you wish for someone to draw a piece of work for you, then look no further as you won't find a better artist. She is a one off talent. Amazingread more

Helena Silva

2017-11-20T20:39:18+0000

Que grande talento que Deus abençoe estou maravilhada Parabénsread more

Paula Aguirre

2017-11-15T10:40:20+0000

Excelentes tus trabajos!!! Te felicito!!!!! Tienen un increíble detalle!!!!read more

Sheree Antioch

2017-11-14T16:20:37+0000

Just wanted to say how lucky I am to have had Angie create the most amazing portrait of my wonderful rescue dog Beau. She has captured his independent, almost regal character so very well. You have made mine and Greg's year and when we move into our new home he will take pride of place. Thank you so much. To everyone considering having Angie draw your beautiful pet, please contact her ASAP as she must be one of the busiest artists I know. Well done Angie xxxxxread more

Protetores de Animais

2017-11-14T15:28:47+0000

Nossa!!!!!!!!!!!!! Estou impressionada com a PERFEIÇÃO! As imagens saltam ...tipo 3D.read more

Marianella Nieto

2017-11-12T09:30:39+0000

Toda una artista! Excelente trabajo y creatividad única!read more

Izonete Alexandre

2017-11-10T17:14:17+0000

Meu Deus encantada' parece real lindíssimos Como não face grudada assistindo sem piscar Tamanha beleza Parabéns a este artista..read more

Laurence Juilland

2017-11-09T07:55:30+0000

Wonderful portraits :), stunning expression

Mariana Diaz Maneiro

2017-11-08T06:04:18+0000

QUE BELLEZA!!!, TAN REALES TAN SOÑADOS ESAS MIRADAS QUE TANTO DICEN TIENES ORO EN TUS MANOS.BENDICIONES Y GRACIAS POR COMPARTIRread more

Ewa Ewa Łobaszewska

2017-11-07T03:36:38+0000

Przepiękne portrety psiaków ��

Claudeti Machado

2017-11-07T00:59:06+0000

FIQUEI IMPRESSIONADA, COM A PERFEIÇÃO DOS TRABALHOS, PARABÉNS!read more

Liz Wolfe Christiansen

2017-10-27T18:21:44+0000

Angie is the most talented pet artist ever! I was absolutely stunned by the beauty of my finished portrait of Panther. It exceeded my expectations in every way. I was on a year long wait-list, and when it was mailed to the U.S. customs kept Panther's portrait for another 3 weeks. But, when it arrived, and I opened it...tears of joy filled my eyes. I couldn't think of a more beautiful way to memorialize the life of my sweet dog of 14 years. Thank you Angie for all you do. �read more

Carole Barker

2017-10-24T13:54:37+0000

Just received my portrait of my fox red Labrador Isla words cant describe how fantastic it is every detail is absolutely perfect , the photos on Facebook were good but the portrait has blown me away Angie has done a magnificent job , she is a true master and would definitely recommend her ��read more

Fran Taylor

2017-10-17T22:32:24+0000

beautiful work. I love the fine detail, stunning eyes.read more

Caroline Davis

2017-10-16T22:09:41+0000

I had found Angie’s art while randomly looking through Facebook one day a few years ago. I was thoroughly impressed by her work and figured I would reach out to get some prices on portraits. I remember thinking that the price was awfully high, but for some reason I could not stop looking at the portraits everyday. Finally I gave in and asked to be put on the waiting list. Flash forward about 18 months later I hear from Angie! This time I was ready and eager — no matter the cost! Angie was so helpful with choosing the right picture, and it was only a few short weeks later that the picture was complete!! We are so in love with this portrait, and it will always be something we treasure for the rest of our lives. And it should serve as a continued reminder that A: you get what you pay for, and B: it pays to be patient. Thank you so much, Angie. We couldn’t be happier!!read more

Joy Potts Hawkins

2017-10-16T16:07:46+0000

I received my portrait today. There are no words to describe how we felt when we saw the portrait. It was the most beautiful thing that I have ever saw of her. Every last detail I just felt like she was actually there with me. Abby was our world � Even though she is gone this portrait will give us so many memories of love � and laughter. Her spirit will be with us forever in this portrait. Angie we are so thankful you captured these memories which will last a lifetime.read more

Francoise Paternostre

2017-10-05T02:50:42+0000

c est super bien fait j adore faites vous des portraitsread more

Chris Altman

2017-09-19T17:52:10+0000

Best artist ever ever ever !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!read more

Janet Minervini Tobin

2017-08-27T17:31:33+0000

My Fluttering Heights limited edition print is one of my favourite pieces hanging in my house. �read more

Claude Duffour

2017-08-23T13:32:13+0000

Very very nice work. Excellent portraits !

Tom Wigley

2017-08-23T11:27:17+0000

Stunning work , and thank you Abraham for pointing me this way.read more

Abraham Wesley Lincoln

2017-08-23T11:23:52+0000

You are doing amazing things. I invited a lot of people to see your page.read more

Marion Smith

2017-08-20T22:40:22+0000

Your work is absolutely amazing!!! So very realistic! My goodness!read more

John Tatham

2017-08-20T11:05:58+0000

Angie's work is beyond amazing. Absolutely beautiful portraits.read more

Donna Snyder-Smith

2017-08-19T21:30:53+0000

Beautiful, exacting, delicate work that captures the spirit as well as the exterior look.read more

Mike Gouin

2017-08-14T00:09:56+0000

Your work is absolutely amazing !!! Your perception to detail is astounding beyond beautiful!!!!read more

Louise Metreme

2017-08-07T08:30:07+0000

Fabulous work !!! Super artist more true than nature .... !!!!read more

Isa Campos

2017-08-03T23:35:06+0000

Que perfeição, são muito lindos seus desenhos.!!! PARABÉNS BELO TRABALHO..read more

Ana Maria Derluk

2017-07-24T18:06:51+0000

Espectacular!!! Es un don que te regalo Dios...!!! Adorableee!!! Una maravilla de trabajo que es un placer que puedas brindar a los demas..!! Gracias!!!read more

Deborah McLaughlin

2017-06-13T19:36:19+0000

Without a doubt the most amazing perfect gift I have ever purchased . Worth the wait to get such an awesome portrait done of our beautiful girl whom we sadly lost recently . As soon as we opened the beautifully presented gift there were tears . It is awesome . From first contact to receiving our portrait this amazingly talented artist has created the most precious tribute we could have imagined . Thank you so much angie . You are highly recommended by us one zillion percentread more

Sarah Fox

2017-06-13T13:50:18+0000

I have recently bought a Fluttering Heights print from Angie. It's a gorgeous picture of a Fox looking up at a tortoiseshell (?) butterfly. It's quite a large picture - which is perfect for us and where we want to hang it. The picture is exquisite. There's such a lot of detail in the fox's fur. It really is very beautiful. The quality of the print is excellent. I am in awe of Angie's talent! The picture arrived promptly & was flat packed, beautifully packaged - I had expected it to come in a roll! It'd be perfect if you were buying it as a gift for somebody. I thought the price was reasonable, especially considering the quality and size of the picture. In summary, I love it!read more

Adriana Sacristàn

2017-05-27T21:46:49+0000

increible!......si fueran animales agresivos o salvajes, hasta daría miedo tocarlos, por lo reales que son las obras....read more

Denise Cullen

2017-05-22T12:25:59+0000

Angie is without doubt very very talented. No matter what breed she is drawing she manages to capture every essence of our fur babies so beautifully! My daughter had mine done as a surprise for Xmas and I don't mind telling you it made me cry it is absolutely amazing & something I will treasure forever! Thanks again Angie you really are amazing!!read more

Julia Jones

2017-05-05T21:17:44+0000

I commissioned this portrait of our labradoodle Sophie for my hubby, we love it so much. It is amazing and exactly like her. Thank you soooooo much xread more

Marie Reid

2017-04-26T15:44:15+0000

I have just received my portrait Fluttering Heights that I was so lucky to win, photos don't do it justice, simply stunning. Can't wait to get it framed, thank you so much � xxxxread more

Keith Watkins

2017-04-12T20:58:08+0000

Wow. Best pet portraits I've ever seen. I want one of my dog who just passed.read more

Ann Mohamed Was Cowley

2017-04-12T20:50:18+0000

OH WOW .... we were so excited to know you were drawing our fur baby <3 We received our portrait today and it was worth every single penny ..... The packaging was just so special and proves you treat every portrait with respect and professionalism .... <3 love love love it <3 Thank you x x xread more

Paul Young

2017-04-08T19:18:16+0000

If you can see my profile picture, and you know my dogs, then you will be able to see what a fantastic job Angie did of catching those gorgeous collie gazes. If you don't know my dogs, then believe me when I say that this lady has a great talent. These ARE my dogs.read more

Jill Macrae

2017-04-07T14:11:28+0000

Absolutely AMAZING lady , we lost our Lab/Rotty cross to cancer last July I was devastated beyond words and felt like My world was shattered , then I discovered "Angie with Love" . My beautiful Bosun has been reincarnated in a Portrait he is absolutely beautiful I can't thank Angie enough . The portrait arrived beautifully give wrapped to and the personal touches are lovely and I believe Angie really cares for not just the drawing but for the owners to. highly recommend xread more

Ilona Goossens-de Blom

2017-03-19T22:01:03+0000

She is amazing! All of her portraits are so beautiful. I wish she could make one of my doggie. You are so talented.read more

عاطف عبدة

2017-02-08T20:32:04+0000

Anji congratulate you on this wonderful work, and I wish you success in your career technical,, really wonderful work, and more than a wonderful mandate artist Beautiesread more

Laura Alice

2017-02-06T12:44:18+0000

You do beautiful works of art I admire you .....:)))))))read more

Leanne Balazs

2017-02-04T22:59:49+0000

Omg this lady is amazing,wow wow wow,her detail is out of this world ��read more

Em Tregear

2017-02-01T15:37:56+0000

Angie is one of the most talented and loveliest people I have met. She did a fantastic tribute portrait of my Eko, who I lost last year. It is like looking at him in real life. Highly recommend Angie to anyone looking for a special present. <3read more

Anna Chrismas Lamport

2017-01-25T00:31:54+0000

Beautiful work and so life-like. Very gifted artist. Love her posts.read more

Karen Stretton

2017-01-18T21:16:47+0000

I had a portrait of our dog Lottie done for my other half Tim. Wow!!! It was amazing, Angie captured Lottie perfectly. Her eyes were just amazing and looked so life like. Tim was extremely pleased to receive it for Christmas. Angie was very professional and I would recommend to anyone, that if they wanted a true likeness of a beloved pet, Angie is the lady for the job. Lottie is 15 this year and still going strong but when the day comes when she has to leave us, we'll have this beautiful picture to remember her by. Thank you Angie xread more

Romanella Piera

2016-12-03T20:03:07+0000

meravigliosa page bellissime grandiose foto un piacere per le iocchi grazie molte romanella.read more

Louise Watts

2016-11-28T19:42:26+0000

Thank you so much for such an amazing drawing. You captured his character so well!read more

Mya Iglesias

2016-11-07T22:47:24+0000

Que hermosos te quedan Los pintas como reales Me encantaría ver un vídeo De cómo empiezas Te felicito ��read more

Kate Preston

2016-11-02T12:00:45+0000

Angie, Thank you so much for the beautiful portrait of my cockapoo Rosie which I received yesterday. I have spent many minutes staring at it but I still cannot understand how you manage to get it so lifelike! It is a really beautiful portrait and the detail is breathtaking. I have no idea how you manage to make the eyes and nose look so lifelike!! On top of that, the packaging and presentation is lovely - you've obviously put a lot of care into it and it really shows. Well worth every penny. The whole process, from joining the waiting list, choosing the right photo, progress updates and then receiving the portrait have been faultless - you truly are a brilliant artist and we will definitely come back to you for more portraits in the future, thanks so much!!read more

John Couvee

2016-11-01T11:52:53+0000

Geweldig mooie techniek ga het ook eens proberen met schilderenread more

Jennifer Saunders

2016-10-30T04:57:00+0000

As a fellow artist ...I salute you.�� Your work is refreshing original and quite brilliant...you capture each animals unique energy and spirit...your eyes are your secret!!!read more

María Sempere Llona

2016-10-28T07:34:41+0000

Pocos dibujantes hacen salir al animal del papel. Impresionanteread more

Edna Lima

2016-10-27T21:45:13+0000

Perfeição! Parabéns!! Tradução, por favor!!� Deus abençoe!!read more

Lidia Vila

2016-10-27T11:22:14+0000

Espectacular!!��lo mejor que he visto nunca!!Un trabajo insuperable,, Mi enhorabuena Máster!!!!read more

Bobbie Day

2016-10-20T18:52:08+0000

I am now the proud owner of Angie's Freddie the Cockapoo portrait, having picked it up from her this evening. To say I absolutely love it is an understatement. The detail in the coat is superb and she has captured Freddie's colouring and expression perfectly. The whole picture just looks alive! Angie is an amazingly talented artist and I feel privileged to have met her and own one of her works. Thank you so much Angie! Bobbie Dayread more

Tracy Wells Bishop

2016-09-29T13:30:23+0000

I think the artwork posted on facebook and your website is wonderful. I would love to have some prints of my 2 cats and my dog.read more

Becky Hunt

2016-08-29T18:04:30+0000

ANGIE IS AMAZING! I had my two golden retrievers drawn by Angie and I could not be happier with the outcome. The drawing was for a surprise 50th birthday present for my mum who was over the moon when she saw it! The drawing looks so much like my dogs and she has captured them perfectly. She was great to contact and kept showing me how the drawing was coming along the way. I cannot recommend Angie highly enough and am so pleased I chose her to do my drawing. Thanks once again. :)read more

Damian Beard

2016-08-24T19:54:24+0000

I cannot recommend Angie enough! We asked her to do a portrait of our Alaskan Malamute Willow. She asked for some photos and a summary of her personality. We knew their was a waiting list (a good sign in itself) but knew it would be worth the wait. Unfortunately, during the interim period we were told Willow was terminally ill. Angie very kindly pulled out the stops to get the portrait done sooner than she had indicated and what a fantastic result! The portrait is perfect in every way - the detail is stunning and, without ever meeting her, she captured Willow's personality. The perfect memory/keepsake!! We can't recommend Angie enough - 15 out of 10. Thank you so much Angie xread more

Delia Freeman

2016-08-19T09:41:16+0000

What an excellent, amazing talent. This lady is very gifted. Best wishes Delia Freeman. Redditch, Worcestershire.read more

Stevie Young

2016-08-16T15:59:45+0000

Absolutely phenomenal artist who captures love and characters of her subjects and manages to express them perfectly in a magical moment xxx love it xxread more

Ken McCormick

2016-08-16T14:15:57+0000

I am the recipient of this wonderful drawing that my wife Lesley McCormick had secretly arranged from Angie and I was completely blown away. The post here does not really give the full impact of just how stunning a creation that this lady has achieved In the A3 finished drawing of our two Cockapoo boys Hamish & Dougal capturing the mood of these twin boy dogs. Thank you so much for such a magnificent life like drawing which will now be hung in a very special place in our house. Ken McCormickread more

Michelle Tough

2016-08-11T19:17:01+0000

Angie created a beautiful portrait of my two lovely sons. Could not be happier- something to treasure always. Thank you so much xxread more

Pammyjane Angels

2016-08-11T12:53:17+0000

Well the portrait that we rec'd, of our little dog Princess Ruby is fabulous. It was couriered to Spain, where we live. I have had it professionally framed & we are so pleased. Would highly recommend 'from Angie with love' also Ruby's portrait is appearing in two magazine in USA in September ❤️ I'm a proud mummy, my profile picture is Ruby's portrait xxxxread more