Line drawing of a person's head with a crown above it, surrounded by a circular band with the words 'Goodwoof' at the top, and a dog holding a mug below.

**Katie Vallance is the Official Ruby Tree live illustrator** for Goodwoof

Limited 2026 Commission Slots remaining

Limited slots remaining after Goodwoof 2026.
You can reserve a space here..
A small deposit holds your place, and Katie will contact you with further details
Signature 30×30cm portraits are £595.
40×40cm portraits are £795.
Other sizes on request.
A limited number are created each month.
Most commissions take around three months.
Once a studio slot is reserved I will be in touch with a more precise date and next steps with how to create your portrait.
WhatsApp on +44 7712 644697
Email Katie@khvstudio.com
Soft, natural light, eye-level, and clear eyes - everything else is secondary Photo Tips for Your Dog Portrait
To help us capture your dog's personality at its best:
- Select a photo which uses soft, natural light (near a window or outside in the shade)
- Your photo should avoid harsh sunlight or deep shadows
- Choose a photo from your dog's eye level where possible
- Make sure you select a photo where your dog's eyes are clearly visible
For Black or Very Dark Dogs:
Side lighting works beautifully - it helps show the shine and shape of the coat
Phone photos are fine. One main photo is perfect, with a couple of extras helpful if available
The guidance above is designed to make choosing a suitable photo as easy as possible
Tip - use a treat at camera level to encourage your pooch to leek at the camera!

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Inside a house, there is a staircase railing in the foreground, a white wall with a framed painting of a black and white dog, and around the painting, there are large, rustic, wooden beams.

Illustration of a person holding a magnifying glass, wearing a crown, with the word 'GOODWOOD' displayed prominently.

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A small number of 2026 commission spaces are available following Goodwoof.

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Painting of a small, fluffy dog with brown and black fur and big, shiny eyes, framed in a white wooden frame, placed on an easel.

A small gray and black dog painted on a canvas, set on an easel outdoors at a social gathering under umbrellas.

Illustration of a hand holding a circular emblem with a crown on top and the word 'GOODWOOF' on the banner.

**Creating quiet portrait sketches in remembrance and celebration of** much-loved dogs.

Her work begins with a simple, observed moment and is later developed into a finished oil painting in the studio. You can ask Katie any questions by sending her a text, video or audio message using the chat box bottom right

A woman with long blonde hair and a white t-shirt, wearing a blue apron, is working on an art project at her art studio. She is holding a brush and smiling at the camera, with art supplies and brushes visible on a shelf next to her. A dog is watching her from a picture on the wall in the background.

Illustration of a lion wearing a crown and holding a shield with the words 'Good Wood' around it.

Back in the studio, this can be carefully developed into a finished oil painting not just capturing likeness…

…but something of their presence, their character, and the small details that make them unmistakably yours. What begins as a moment becomes something you can return to.