Your memories... Your stories...
Art that is personal...

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Welcome to Designed By Sharla!

Black and white drawing of a dog with 'So Glad You're Here!' text

A portrait begins long before the pencil touches the page.

It begins with memories.

Collage of dog pics

My greatest joy is drawing those memories!

Begin Your Portrait

" I love my hand drawn picture of my French Bulldog, Bentley. It's perfection! "
--Bentley's mom, Groves, TX

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What You'll Receive...

A hand-drawn graphite portrait created with care, intention, and archival materials. Warm, realistic detail that brings your pet's presence to life.

• Professional graphite pencils
• Archival museum quality paper
• Hours of careful craftsmanship
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Graphite pencil pet portraits of two framed dogs. Archival quality dog memorial portrait. Original pet tribute art. Handmade pet art from photo.

" You truly captured our Callie girl."
--Callie's dad, Fannett, TX

How It Works...

Dog named Geronimo inside a vehicle with a side view mirror reflection and a black and white portrait of the dog.

It's an easy 4 step process...

  1. Message me. Let's chat about your pet.
  2. Share your photos - the ones that make you smile.
  3. Place your order.
  4. I draw their portrait by hand. Layer by layer. ....see more...

Hold onto their memory forever...

Two dogs, one brown and one black, sitting on a wooden deck looking at a fire pit.

Every portrait here began with a story -- a favorite memory, a soft moment, a laugh and a bond that shaped someone's life.

If you're ready, I'd be honored to draw yours.

Begin Your Portrait