Shane's Artistry: Capturing Spirit in Portrait Paintings of Animals

Shane brings his passionate appreciation for animals to every pet portrait, skillfully capturing their unique personalities, loyal hearts, and distinctive characteristics. His artwork celebrates the special bond between pets and their people, whether immortalizing a cherished companion or documenting a prized pedigree.

His process is versatile. Shane can work directly from live sittings, utilizing the raw emotion and presence of the moment. Alternatively, he draws inspiration from his own meticulously captured photographs during scheduled photo shoots. If you have a specific image in mind, feel free to provide a digital photograph or snapshots—Shane will transform it into a timeless piece of art.

Discover the ease of obtaining your very own custom portrait. Visit the Commission page, where an instant price quote awaits, tailored to your unique preferences and criteria. Let Shane's talent breathe life into your cherished memories! 🎨📸

mixed media drawing of pit bull puppy with blue eyes
Beau

14 x 11 in. charcoal, chalk, and blue pastel on gray paper, 2023

oil painting of a red-brown King Charles Spaniel looking up
The Queen

14 x 11 in. oil on canvas, 2022

portrait painting of a white and red toy papillon
Angel

14 x 11 in. oil on canvas, 2021

portrait painting of a gray angora rabbit before a bed of flowers
Atticus Jones

10 x 10 in. oil on wood panel, 2020

portrait painting of a young continental toy spaniel
Shadow

16 x 12 in. oil on board, 2019

portrait painting of a blonde curly-haired smiling dog
Henry Clay

14 x 11 in. oil on linen, 2019

charcoal drawing of gray long-haired tabby cat
Long-haired tabby cat

16 x 12 in. charcoal on paper, 2013

charcoal drawing of long haired dog
Trixie

14 x 17 in. charcoal on paper, 2012

drawing of an Airedale and a wire-haired Dachshund-Lhasa Apso-mix dogs in charcoals
Spencer and Watson

18 x 24 in. charcoal on paper, 2012

portrait painting of a white and red Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Rhett

14 x 11 in. oil on canvas, 2012

charcoal on paper of a golden retriever
Duke

16 x 12 in. charcoal on paper, 2012

charcoal on paper of a dog looking up from under a blanket looking
Dog In a Blanket

12 x 16 in. charcoal on paper, 2011

charcoal on paper of a pointer dog and shepherd dog
Pointer and Shepherd

18 x 24 in. charcoal on paper, 2003

oil on canvas painting of an ant's eye view long-haired orange tabby prowling in a garden
Feline in the Irises

Shane McDonald: "Feline in the Irises," 18 in. X 26 in. oil on canvas, 2003

oil on canvas painting of a black and white chihuahua dog
Chihuahua

24 x 30 in. oil on canvas, 2003

painting of a white and sable Cavalier King Charles Spaniel with a lazy eye
Riley

14 x 11 in. oil on canvas, 2001

painting of a white and sable Cavalier King Charles Spaniel with a lazy eye
Weimaraners

30 in. H x 40 in. W oil on canvas, 1999