Brianna Leidy
Professional Oil Painter and Pet Portrait Artist
Meet Brianna Leidy
My name is Brianna Leidy, and I am a professional oil painter based in Perkasie, Pennsylvania. I hold a BFA with a concentration in painting from Kutztown University of Pennsylvania. Over the past 10+ years, I have specialized in creating custom pet portraits with oil paints on canvas, capturing the spirit and personality of beloved pets for clients nationwide and internationally.
Art and animals have always been integral to my life. From a very young age, animals found their way into my artwork, and once I completed my first commissioned pet portrait when I was 15, I knew I’d found my calling.
I’m grateful to have the opportunity to make a lasting impact through my paintings. Bringing each pet's unique characteristics to life is a true joy, and seeing the happiness my portraits bring to my clients drives me to continue creating every day.
Love of Animals
My childhood deeply influenced the direction of my artwork. From a young age, I felt a profound connection to animals, and I was fascinated by every creature I encountered out in nature. My passion for animals eventually persuaded my parents to let me care for a diverse array of pets, including dogs, cats, chickens, rats, hamsters, guinea pigs, rabbits, chinchillas, gerbils, and ferrets. Each of these pets became a source of inspiration, as I spent countless hours drawing them, immersed in the joy of capturing their personalities and unique characteristics. Today, I continue to share my life with animals, now alongside my husband and our two beloved dogs, Chachi and Lacey.
My dogs, Chachi and Lacey, on my wedding day
Love of Oils
I was quite young, about 13, when I first used oil paints. Until then, I mostly drew with graphite and occasionally used colored pencils, but I felt limited by these materials and always had a deep admiration for painting. After a brief trial with acrylics, I quickly transitioned to oils. Learning to paint with oils was a rewarding commitment of both time and resources, and it was a decision that shaped my future as an artist.
Oil painting captivated me for several reasons. Unlike acrylics, oils have the ability to dry very slowly, which allows me to spend considerable time refining each portrait. The vibrancy and richness of oil pigments, along with their ability to be layered, help me create depth and bring life to my work.
Oil Painting Commissions
Commissioning an oil painting of your pet is a straightforward process, and I’m always available to answer any questions you may have. Below, you'll find an overview of the commission process, created to provide peace of mind and ensure complete satisfaction as we bring your pet’s portrait to life.
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Contact Me
To get started, let me know what you have in mind for your painting by filling out my contact form, or you may email me directly at: Briannaleidyart@gmail.com
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Place Your Order
To secure your commission on my schedule, submit a down payment through my website. Payments through PayPal, Zelle, and mailed check are also accepted.
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Receive Updates and Enjoy!
I will keep you updated via email throughout the painting process to ensure you are 100% satisfied with your painting prior to shipping the painting to you.
Contact Brianna Leidy
Do you have questions, or are you interested in commissioning a painting of your pet? Please complete the form below and I will get in touch with you soon. You may leave any part of the form blank if you are unsure or if it does not apply to your inquiry.
You are not committing to commissioning a painting by completing the form. Please never hesitate to reach out if you have questions.