Read What Happy Clients have Said:
Feathered Shenanigans
"I have no words... It is unbelievable!!! You are an amazingly talented artist and you should be recognized as such... This is something I will cherish for the rest of my days. We will enjoy it like you can't even imagine...Thank you so very very much..."
-- Kimberly F., Villa Rica, GA. 2020
Benjamin & Alexis
"Katherine,
I so enjoyed working with you! The painting of my husband's dogs is fabulous! Actually it’s outstanding!! He will be surprised and thrilled. This is the most perfect birthday gift.
Thank you so much!"
-- Linda D., Franklin, MI 2020
Harley
"Dear Ms. Bell,
You did such a great job of capturing Harley's personality! I love to look at it.
Thanks so much!"
-- Judy B., Grand Rapids, MI 2020
Brandy
"This painting of our sweet dog Brandy was done as a birthday surprise for my husband. She passed away a couple years ago and we still miss her so much. I can’t begin to explain how emotional both my husband and I were when we saw this. It has brought her back to life, so much so that my husband said we have to hang it where he doesn’t see it every day because he gets too teary-eyed.
Kathi is a wonderful artist. She also did a beautiful painting of my granddaughter and her first horse. Such talent. Thank you so much, Kathi."
-- Marie W., Troy, MI 2019
Gentle Giants of Mackinaw
"Kathi, I fell in love with the Gentle Giants of Mackinaw the first time I saw it and I'm so excited to finally have it hanging in our home! I love the details in the horses especially. You're an amazing artist and Gentle Giants is an amazing work. It's just beautiful!!"
-- Nina H., Highlands Ranch, CO 2018
Chagrin River
"Kathi's father and I have lived in the Chagrin Valley area for over 42 years and wanted to have a portrait of the Chagrin River to hang in our family room. We asked Kathi to use her extraordinary talent to create one for us.
In our painting, Kathi has captured the enchantment of the river as it winds through the forest with her stunning mastery of detail and use of color. It is so realistic and inviting that you feel you could step right into it.
We were also so pleased that the painting took First Place in the Representational Category at the South Oakland Art Association's competition in December 2019.
Kathi, thank you for the magic!"
-- Sandy H., Moreland Hills, OH 2019
Casey, Toby & Max
"Kathi,
Merry Christmas!
Diane loved the painting. We have a very touching remembrance of our beloved friends.
Thank you again for creating such an outstanding piece for us."
-- Jim S., Sterling Heights, MI 2019
"...I just have to tell you that I was totally floored when he presented it to me. I cried, as the depiction of each cat was so spot on. And I couldn't believe this was hand painted!! i thought at first he had ordered one of the canvases where you send a picture in and they put it on a canvas. I was amazed at the unbelievably stellar work you did. I have never seen a painting that depicted such true realism.
I can't thank you enough for doing this. We have it hanging in our bedroom so I can see them every day. I was so impressed that I have been taking it with me to show people what a wonderful job you did.
Kathy, you are truly a gifted artist. I will recommend you to anyone I can if they are looking to have paintings done..."
-- Diane S., Sterling Heights, MI 2019
Kodiak
"I was absolutely thrilled with this painting.
So people know, the painting concept came from various meaningful photos.
You were able to create a beautiful painting combining all of them.
Our Kodiak’s memory lives on through your awe inspiring artwork (as I have placed the painting where I see it every day).
Katherine, Thank you so much for your time and talents.
I LOVE this beautiful work of art.
God bless."
-- Michael B., Ortonville, MI 2019
Greta & Sophia, Lauren
"There is something to be said about capturing the essence of something and/or someone you love so much in a portrait. Kathi has done this with our fur kids. Kathi captured the true essence, personality, detail, and love in each portrait she so lovingly painted of Sophia, Greta, and Loren. I will continue to have portraits done by Kathi as her skill, love, and compassion goes into each stroke of her painting."
-- Gayle H, Huntington Woods, MI 2016
Bella
“Ronda received the painting! She LOVES it!
Thank you again Katherine."
—Maureen H., Sausalito, CA 2016
Comanche
"Dear Kathi,
Thank you soooo much for the beautiful portrait of my horse, Butch! It is amazing! You absolutely caught his gentle being .. the eyes are perfect (even with his small blue patch!) and the body coloring is exact. He is so sweet and so pretty and you captured him exactly as he is. It looks like a photo, only better!"
-- Lynne H. Boquete, Panama, Central America 2011
Best Buds
"My daughter recently lost her best friend Toby, who went with her everywhere. Kathi was able to create a portrait of the two of them on a canoe trip and the likeness is uncanny! Thank you Kathi for your special talent in capturing them at one of their happiest moments. It brings tears of joy to my eyes."
—Kim C, Gates Mills, OH 2017
Rosey, Lilly Loverdoll, Daisy Mae, Jasmine
“I would like to recommend Kathi as a portrait artist especially after a project she did for me recently. I wanted to capture my three Bassets as puppies on artwork for the wall. Kathi was creative, inspiring and accomplished this goal beyond my expectations. She also did a natural, very beautiful, creation of my son’s beagle Jasmine. She captured their special and unique personalities in the portraits. She does awesome work. She is a lot of fun to work with and brings out your artistic self in an exciting way. Thanks Kathi for being you.”
— Cheryl S., Troy, MI 2015
Tiffany
"Today, November 12, 2016, I received a real special treasure from three wonderful and very long time friends. A surprise it was. A box was delivered by mail...and... Inside I found a wrapped package and an envelope with a card on top of it. On the envelope of the card it read: ”Cheri, open after you open package”. And so after opening the package this [is what] I saw:... This hand painted portrait of my sweet west highland terrier Tiffany, who now is 14.5 years old...
This life-like portrait done by Kathi, the artist, is perfection. It is from the bottom of my heart that I thank you special women and long time friends... I will treasure this portrait always."
-- Cheri H., Land 'o Lakes, FL 2016
Casey
“I have 2 originals painted by Kathi; a Japanese maple and a chestnut horse from my childhood. .... The horse Kathi painted was my Grandfather's horse that I rode as a child. Casey and I won our first blue ribbon together for a hunter jumper course so he was pretty special to me. Kathi didn’t have a portrait photo of Casey as he had long since passed, so this proved to be a challenge. Kathi was able to take several old photos of Casey in various poses and she painted him exactly as I remember him. It was my CASEY! Not only did she capture the beauty of Casey but his impish personality. Kathi is truly a gifted artist!”
— Kim C., Kirtland, OH 2016
Lacy at Chimney Beach
“Katherine is amazing with her fine art detail and she captured our Lacy perfectly! Being in nature with our girl is our favorite activity. Katherine so vividly created a piece we will cherish forever! The colors of the natural environment, the ripple of the water, and Lacy enjoying the refreshing shallow waters was perfectly painted. Such a quality piece! I will be using Katherine's services again. Thank you Katherine! "
—Maureen H., Sausalito, CA 2016
Oliver & George
“Kathi Bell honored our family with a portrait of our Yorkies, George and Oliver. Like so many other pet owners, our beloved dogs are members of our family. As we have portraits of our parents, grandparents and children proudly displayed on a wall in our home, the portrait of our four-legged "kids" completed our family pictorial history for us. We are touched by the sentiment conveyed in the portrait. She captured each dog exactly as he is - George the inquisitive go-getter and Oliver the bashful timid younger brother. When I showed the portrait to their breeder, one who has seen many dog portraits, she was amazed at how real they appeared and how the twinkle in their eyes had been perfectly captured. We are grateful to Kathi for this lasting memory of our family members. Her talent should grace every pet-friendly home.”
--Liz and Harry Turner, Anthem, AZ 2012
"Look Mommy!"
“Since Kathi did such a great job on the portrait for my son, I hired her to do a portrait for my daughter. I gave her a picture of my daughter in overalls and holding a bunny. She was able to crop the picture and make it even more precious than the original photo. We put it up at her graduation party, and everyone thought it was beautiful. Thanks again Kathi.”
-- Sue S., Troy, MI 2014
Duncan
“Dear Kathi:
The staff and I wish to thank you SO much for the beautiful picture you painted for our boss for her birthday earlier this month. Not only was the final product absolutely beautiful ~ but the process was easy and so timely! I was a little worried that the photographs I supplied you with wouldn’t allow you to see that little dog’s true personality but, even with my sub-par and very amateur photography skills, you somehow captured Duncan’s true character. Lynn was so moved and commented that it looked “exactly like my Duncan after a grooming!” We were all amazed at how beautiful the picture turned out and can’t imagine a more special gift for Lynn’s birthday. Thank you for taking the time and care to do such a terrific job on such a short timeline. It meant so much to all of us and especially to Lynn. You are a truly talented artist and need to continue sharing it with the world! Warm regards."
-- Kim G., Troy, MI 2013