Painted Portrait vs Canvas Print

Why an original hand-painted portrait is not the same as a printed photo.

Painted portrait vs canvas print

When you search for a pet portrait you will find two very different things: cheap canvas prints of your photo, and hand-painted original portraits. They are not the same product.

What a canvas print is

A canvas print is your photograph reproduced by a machine onto canvas. It is quick and cheap, but it is a copy, and it will always look like a printed photo.

What a painted portrait is

A painted portrait is an original artwork. Leah Justyce paints your pet by hand over 8 to 12 weeks, interpreting their character in a contemporary impressionist style. No two are alike, and each becomes a family heirloom.

Which should you choose?

If you want a lasting tribute or an heirloom piece, a painted portrait is worth the investment. Portraits start at 2,500 AUD, framed in Tasmanian Oak and delivered free across Australia.

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Frequently asked questions

Is a painted portrait better than a canvas print?

A painted portrait is an original one-of-a-kind artwork made by hand. A canvas print is a mass-produced copy of a photo. For a lasting heirloom, a painted portrait holds far more value and meaning.

Do you print photos onto canvas?

No. Every portrait is hand-painted by the artist, not printed.

Will a painted portrait last?

Yes. An original painting on quality canvas, properly framed, lasts for generations.

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Hand-painted on canvas, framed in Tasmanian Oak, delivered free across Australia.

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