Framed hyper-realistic pastel drawing of a calico cat on a couch

Custom Pastel Portraits

Art that feels like Home

Custom Pastel portraits that celebrate the warmth and connection found in life's most meaningful moments.

Explore My Work

Featured Commissions

  • Hyper-realistic pastel drawing of german shephard sun bathing on deck, custom pet portrait artwork by Kristen Ohlsson.

    SUMMER WARMTH

    10 x 12 Pastel on Pastelmat

  • Hyper-realistic pastel drawing of man proudly holding small freshly caught fish from a fishing trip, custom portrait artwork by Kristen Ohlsson.

    CATCH OF THE DAY

    9 x 11 Pastel on Pastelmat

  • Hyper-realistic pastel drawing of orange tabby cat, custom pet portrait artwork by Kristen Ohlsson.

    RUSTY

    11 x 14 Pastel on Velour

Kristen Ohlsson sitting in studio next to a realistic pastel drawing of a horse.

Welcome to My Studio

Where moments linger a little longer. Every portrait begins with connection and celebrates the stories of the people and pets we love most, turning those moments into art that lasts.

I'm so glad you're here. Take your time to explore, learn more about my process and recent work. If you have any questions or are interested to commission a piece, feel free to reach out through the contact form on my Commissions page. I'd love to meet you.

~Kristen

Commissioning a Portrait

In the Home

TESTIMONIALS

Kristen's portrait of my cat Rusty took my breath away. The realism is incredible - it looks exactly like a photograph, full of life and warmth. Rusty has since passed, but this portrait captures his spirit so perfectly that is makes me smile every time I see it. It's something I'll always treasure.

Gayle

Kristen perfectly captured the happy dog I love so much. The detail is remarkable. It is so perfect it looks like a professional photograph. I commissioned her again to paint my nephew's German Shepard as a memorial gift, and he cried when he unwrapped it.

Nick & Susie

I was graciously gifted one of Kristen's amazing drawings of my pup. It's absolutely incredible and looks like a photo! Kristen's talent is unparalleled.

Hayley

Thank you so much for the beautiful artwork of our beloved Shelby. It is incredible! We'll cherish this forever.

Rachele