
PORTRAITS
I love making custom digital portraits of the people and pets that bring the most joy to our lives. I print on canvas, paper, metal, clothing, pillows, fabrics, and more. If you’re looking for a special way to honor a person or pet for yourself or a loved one, I’d love to hear from you! Check out some of my most recent portraits and print projects below.
PETS
Brooklyn, 2023. This is a memorial portrait I recently did of a sweet pittie named Brooklyn. She possessed all the usual pittie traits - loved a good blanket and snuggle, hated the rain, and was so incredibly affectionate and loving. I am so thankful I knew her, if only for a short while.
Dyllie, 2023. This is a memorial portrait of a very special Big Sur cat named Dyllie. Dyllie lived an into his double digits and possessed such a unique spirit. He was so cosmic I decided to paint him into a nebula to celebrate his life.
Sugar Sunbathing, 2022. This is a memorial portrait I did in memory of a friend's sweet pittie mix, Sugar. One of her favorite things to do was to bask in the sun in my backyard and seemingly meditate peacefully for hours, which I attempted to capture here in this portrait. I included magnolias to honor the majestic tree in my backyard, which my friend and I both love, as well as remind us of the beauty she brought into this world.
Rocka, 2023. This is a portrait I did of a very special Big Sur soul that I've known very well since she was just a small pup. She's currently at the sage age of 11, still loves to go on walks and bask in the sun. I printed her portrait on a few t-shirts for my best friend and her son to celebrate our Rocka girl right. Check out my instagram @LMMartsStudio to see the photo.
Vanya, 2022. This is a portrait of the farm cat, Vanya, on my distant cousins' farmhouse in Switzerland. Despite her somewhat fierce and fiesty personality, she's still highly affectionate and social. She's been the perfect addition to the farm.
Chata, 2022. This is a memorial portrait I did of my great aunt and uncle's cat, Chata. She was always less social with everyone so I didn't get to know her that well, but she was gorgeous and very affectionate to her people. :)
Sam and Dave, 2022. I created and printed this portrait of my friend's two senior pups enjoying Travertine Springs for a surprise birthday present.
Mr.Winky's Social Club, 2023. This is a fun portrait I did of a good friend's cat, aptly named Mr. Winky given a now painless injury he sustained in his left eye. I created this portrait to hang in my friend's apartment as Mr. Winky is quite possibly the most friendliest and social cat I've ever met - immediately hopping on every new stranger's lap and welcoming everyone and anyone.
PEOPLE
Danny Range, 2021. I made this portrait to honor a very special soul that left us way too soon. He had a magical, childlike energy, and always seemed to be able to help others tap into their own. While we miss him dearly, I know he is always checking in on us from time to time and never too far away in spirit.
Leah and Britt, 2022. I created this portrait as a wedding gift for my close friend Britt and her lovely wife Leah. I included magnolias as they hold a special significance for them, as well as a pattern that gives a nod to the graphic novels and comic books they both enjoy so much.
Grandpa Louie and the Niesen, 2021. I created this portrait of my grandpa, Louie, overlooking a famous mountain called the Neisen, which is directly next to his grandparents home in the Swiss countryside. He was born in Southern California in the late 1920s but held a very strong connection to his Swiss family members as an adult. To honor his passing and strong connection to the land from which he came, I created this portrait to hang next to where some of his ashes are buried in a beautiful corner of the garden.
PRINT PROJECTS
Dyllie floating on a nebula, 2023. I got this portrait digitally printed on a custom 36"x36" piece of cotton linen fabric for a good friend. I like to print on fabrics so these portraits can be made into something completely unique, like a custom wall tapestry or outdoor blanket.
Rocka tribute t-shirts! I printed this portrait on a lightweight cotton blend t-shirt and sweatshirt for my best friend and her son.
Brooklyn in a gilded mirror. For a recent commission and surprise birthday present, I created this 11"x16" portrait for a dear friend. This portrait is printed on acid-free, heavyweight archival paper, framed, and was delivered directly to their door in France!
Sugar on a velvet pillow, 2022. I created and printed this memorial portrait of the wonderful pittie, Sugar, on a pillow for a dear friend. The pillow is snuggly and vibrant, just like she was!
Danny Range tribute postcard, 2021. Danny was always reminding us about the joy one can give and get by sending letters and postcards to their friends. In honor of this sentiment, I created a postcard with his portrait as well as a message he wrote once on the back, which is a gentle reminder to practice self love and: "Dance your troubles away and try to exude positivity in all that you do. If I haven't told you in awhile, I love you." - Danny Range