What People are Saying about Custom Portraits and Paintings

Custom Portrait Testimonials for Jimmydog's Todd Belcher
Artist Todd Belcher is renowned for his ability to convey the personality of his subjects through his custom paintings and pencil portraits. Here's what people are saying about Todd's original Custom Portraits.


	“The painting of my beloved black lab-mix, Arlo Jean, brings me immense joy. I’ve never been able to take a good photograph of my beloved black lab-mix, Arlo Jean. Her gorgeous blue-black fur turns into a black blob every time. But now I have a stunning portrait of Arlo that captures the beauty of her coat, as well as her shy, inquisitive nature. Each time I look at the portrait, I’m thrilled. It turned out better than I ever hoped."
	— Julie Palm, Winston-Salem, North Carolina


I'm most struck by Todd Belcher's ability to convey the unique spirit of an animal in his paintings, especially given the mishmash of photos I've provided him to use as the basis for portraits. My cat, Helen, had been deceased for a couple of years when I had Todd paint her. The day I hung the portrait, Helen's sister-cat Gertrude, would not take her eyes off it. She stared and stared, convinced that her nemesis Helen had returned from the dead. I don't think anyone could have given the painting a higher compliment!
— Julie Palm, Winston-Salem, North Carolina


	“The portrait is fabulous! Thank you so much. My sister and her husband loved Jeffrey’s portrait! They both thought you really captured their little guy, and my daughter was thrilled she was able to provide the photo that was instrumental in the great portrait you painted. So as you can see, there was more than satisfaction for all your hard work and extraordinary talent.”
	— Karen Leonard, Greensboro, North Carolina


"I love it and my sister is thrilled. Again, thank you and Todd so much. He is so talented, and you are just a breeze and pleasure to deal with. Maybe I`ll do my dog next!"
— Kimberly Benou, Westfield NJ


	“The portrait is great!! Todd has really captured her personality. It's perfect and I love it. I can't wait to surprise my husband with it. I've started getting together the pictures of my other dog and cat. I'll finish getting those together and send them along. I can't wait to see what Todd can do with the two of them together.”
	— Marybeth Broadwater, Southfield, MI


“Your wonderful, soulful portrait of my beloved Buddy is so dear to me. I wish there were words to convey how touched I was by this beautiful gift. You captured him completely. It is a gift beyond compare.”
— Candide Jones, Winston-Salem, North Carolina
This memorial portrait of Buddy was painted for Candide in appreciation for serving as chairperson of the Forsyth Humane Society’s Furrball. The portrait was presented to her at the event which raised more than $125,000 for animal welfare programs.


	"The genius of Todd Belcher's art is that it isn't only visual, it is emotional as well. He captures the spirit and life of the subject, and makes the viewer feel as if their beloved pet is looking right at them. It's uncanny and absolutely beautiful. It is amazing that Todd can do these lovely works of art for such an incredible value, as well. I recently purchased another portrait of my mother's newest best friend, Lionel, to give her a matched pair. With Christmas coming, Todd Belcher's art is absolutely the perfect gift, a stunning work of art that is personal, beautiful, and very meaningful."
	— Chemine Taylor-Smith, Greensboro, North Carolina


"When I opened my last birthday present at a family gathering this summer, I was absolutely stunned to see such an incredible portrait of my dog McClary! Not only did Todd capture McClary's spirit, he also perfectly textured his soft, wispy, spotted coat. It's almost unbelievable that Todd has never seen McClary in person, and only had a photograph to work from, because the piece really captures the true essence of who McClary is to me. To find out only minutes later that Todd Belcher was the artist, was the second part in this huge surprise. The gift was given to me by my boyfriend's parents, and they discovered Todd, not knowing that we are friends who haven't seen each other in many years! Synchronicity always adds an amazing depth to a situation, and this was no exception. My boyfriend and I (and many others) will enjoy McClary's portrait forever! Thank you Todd, for your artistic talent, and ability to 'tap into' the spirit of our loving pets!"
— Dottie Northup, Wiinston-Salem, North Carolina
This custom portrait was commissioned as a birthday gift.


	”I just wanted to let you know that my sister received the painting and she was overwhelmed. She told me that it is the exact picture of Buster. She and her husband love the painting and they will cherish it forever. It is a beautiful painting and we all thank you very much for bringing our Buster 'to life' in this painting.”
	— Bonnie Howard, Riverside, CA
	This memorial portrait was commissioned as a birthday gift


"Todd Belcher created an incredible portrait of my two children walking hand in hand through a field. He captured this snapshot in time in such a breathtakingly beautiful way. It will enable me to always remember that summer, when my kids were 2 and 3 years old, even long after they've grown up and moved on to their own lives."
— Susan Hayden, Seattle, WA
This custom portrait was commissioned as a Christmas gift.


	"It looks fantastic! Todd really captured both Goldie and Stephen! When my sister received the portrait she was just thrilled! She really loved it!"
	— A.K., Scarsdale, NY
	This custom portrait was commissioned as a birthday gift.


The painting was such a hit! The highlight of Christmas! Thank you so very much! Your husband earned a lot of fans! I'll be contacting you again with more requests in the Fall. Thanks again, and Happy New Year! I hope you and your husband are taking a much-deserved rest!
— Kimberly Benou, Westfield, NJ
Honey’s portrait was commissioned as a Christmas gift.


	“Bette loved her portrait. When she first saw it she cried of course, but then she had everybody holding it at different angles so she could see her Princess. She truly did love it, and she said that it looked just like her. Thank you so much for making this possible.”
	— Shirell Gauldin, Eden, North Carolina


"What a great birthday suprise! I loved the painting of my dog Chase.”
— Cindy Woods, Winston-Salem, North Carolina


	“Nikki loved the picture of Lilly. I know she will always treasure that picture. What a keepsake!”
	— Kathy Allred, High Point, North Carolina


I love it! There are not words to say how great it is! I know that Jonathan is going to love it!
— Megan Cherry, Cramerton, North Carolina


	Just a quick note to tell you and Todd how much we loved the portrait of Ernest! Clifton says it is the best present I have ever given him! Thanks again!
	— Laurie Reed, Thomasville, North Carolina


I want you to know that I received the awesome portrait today. I am very pleased and can't wait to frame it. I really appreciate the info on how to preserve and frame. I also want you to know how much I love your personal communication on an individual basis. No matter how successful you become, I know you will continue to be a precise artist that will listen to the very particular pet lover. I will be ordering in the future. I will definitely refer your quality service because the artist is fantastic!
— Heidi Markel, Charlotte, North Carolina


	"Thank you so much for the absolutely gorgeous painting of our precious Oscar. My husband is almost impossible to buy for and surprise. This was it! The most wonderful, best Christmas present ever!"
	— R. Ray, Seagrove, North Carolina


“Bobby absolutely loved the portrait and thanks to you guys it was a total surprise. He had no clue I kept it hidden until Christmas Eve. It has been framed and is hanging over our mantle."
— Martha Hill, High Point, North Carolina