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.


	“Mere words cannot express the delight, joy and happiness I received from my portrait of my precious Katie girl. It captured her personality, and you were able to capture Katie’s soul through looking into her eyes! I cannot stop staring at her portrait. I cried and cried when I received the gift. Not only was it special having a portrait of my beloved Katie, but knowing you were the artist made it even more special.”
	— Janet Flynn, High Point, North Carolina


"Over the last few years, my family has made it a point to give gifts that mean something, that aren't just the usual gifts. We wanted to show that we care for each other with more creative giving, that also won't cost a fortune. With Todd Belcher's art, we found the perfect gift that is personal, gorgeous and all at an unbelievable value. In my family, we've always had Great Danes. There was one particular dog, Bess, that really became a very close friend for my mother. When Bess died, my mother struggled to find a good photo of her to frame. All of the photos were small or even blurry, as often happens with pet photos. I sent two of those not-so-great photos to Todd Belcher, hoping that he would somehow be able to use them to create a portrait of Bess. Not only was he able to design a lovely work of art, but Todd also captured Bess' heart and her lovely eyes, truly bringing her back to life on the canvas."
— Chemine Taylor-Smith, Greensboro, North Carolina


	“I absolutely love the portrait of my beloved pet. You captured his spirit so well that I almost forgot he has passed on. Thank you so much for your hard work and dedication to this project. My friend who had the portrait done for me gave me the communications from you and your wife and they made me cry.”
	— Memorial gift portrait commissioned by Mary Beth Feindt, Rochester, NY


“The portraits that you painted of my beloved Mini Schnauzers are some of my most favorite and prized positions. I'll have them and love them forever. You both were so professional and easy to work with. You made me feel very important and that I was a valued client. It was a smooth and easy process to let you know what I was interested in, you listened and delivered exactly what I had in mind only better! My sincere thanks for the experience.”
— Robin Clark and Cody and Cassidy Clark, Greensboro, North Carolina


	“The portraits that you painted of my beloved Mini Schnauzers are some of my most favorite and prized possessions. I'll have them and love them forever. You both were so professional and easy to work with. You made me feel very important and that I was a valued client. It was a smooth and easy process to let you know what I was interested in, you listened and delivered exactly what I had in mind only better! My sincere thanks for the experience.”
	— Robin Clark and Cody and Cassidy Clark, Greensboro, North Carolina


WE LOVE IT!!!!!. My husband and I love her face and we especially love the fact that she looks so real. Todd has done a wonderful job. Lola belongs to my nephew and he treats her like his own child. I know he will love the portrait. It is so good, it is hard to believe it is a painting and not a photo. Thank you so much again for your wonderful work. I sent it to my sister (Buster's mom) and she loved it too. She said it was just perfect!!!!
— Bonnie Howard, Riverside, CA
The portrait of Lola was commissioned as a Christmas present.


	Todd & Stephanie, My parents were absolutely thrilled with the Abby picture. After I had it framed and matted it became a beautiful masterpiece. My dad (who is the social butterfly) has told everyone about it and has invited all his neighbors over to see it. Your talent is amazing. Thank you!
	— Krista Snively, Pinehurst, North Carolina


Thank you so much for the beautiful portrait of Dixie. My husband couldn’t believe it. By all means put her on your web page. Let everyone see what great work you do. Thanks again,
— Cheryl Hamilton, Chesapeake, Virginia
Dixie’s portrait was commissioned as a Christmas present.


	“We love the portrait! Thank you for keeping so true to our boys. We truely appreciate your work.”
	— Meg Porter, High Point, North Carolina
	Dutch and Jac’s portrait was commissioned from a gift certificate which Jimmydog had donated to a fund raiser. This work was produced using two separate photos.


“Paul and I wanted to tell you how much we love the painting of Sophie. You really captured her 'sweet spirit'. All of our friends and family think you did a wonderful painting as well. The portrait is currently being framed and we are eager to bring it home so we can enjoy it every day.”
— Helen & Paul Patterson, Mt. Airy, North Carolina
This custom portrait was painted for the Pattersons, the top bidders for a gift certificate that Jimmydog donated to the Forsyth Humane Society Furrball silent auction.


	“I love it! And I’ll be showing it around the office, so be warned that more people will be calling to have their pets' portraits done!”
	— Jennifer Moore, Atlanta, Georgia
	This custom portrait was commissioned as a Christmas gift.


“I love it. You’ve made my Christmas! It looks just like my Sally.”
— Ann Douglas, Winston-Salem, North Carolina
This custom portrait was commissioned as a Christmas gift.


	“Todd captured the essence of each dog, and when Mom saw the picture, she was so touched. She has so many wonderful memories of each dog, and now she can enjoy their legacy every day. One of my sisters thought it might be too painful for her, but it helps her to remember them and keeps them alive for her. A pet portrait is a unique present that no one expects or anticipates. It is such a thoughtful gift because it shows you care about the person receiving it. You are not just getting a shirt or sweater so you can cross the name off your Christmas list.”
	— Dana Fowler, Moore, South Carolina
	This custom portrait was painted as a composite using nine photographs


“I received Shannon’s picture and I’m extremely pleased with it. The minute I took it out and looked at it, I said, 'Oh my goodness that is Shannon.' It really does capture her, it is gorgeous. You captured her beauty and her heart. Thank you again, Todd, you did a magnificent job, I’m going to spread your literature around because I think a lot of people are going to want see it. Thank you so much.”
— Mrs. Taylor A. Yates, Newtown, PA
This custom portrait was commissioned as a Christmas gift.


	"Dear Todd, I received the portrait yesterday and am very pleased with it. Spikey was truly a remarkable dog and was the great love of my life. He was rescued from the mean streets of New Orleans and brought nothing but pure joy to me everyday. It’s hard to believe that he has been gone for six years. The portrait brought back a lot of emotions and I will admit to having a good cry, but I try to tell myself how lucky I was to have known and loved such an incredible dog. I now have a little cocker mix, Susie May who is difficult to photograph, but if I get a good one, I want you to paint her too. Thanks again for a job well done."
	— Karen Vincent, New Orleans, LA


“I love the portrait Todd did of my oldest dog, Molly. I cried when I opened it on Christmas Day and it hangs in a prominent place of honor in my living room. In fact, when I moved recently, it was the first piece of art I hung. Todd perfectly captured not only Molly's features, but her spirit, too. I've never had a piece of artwork affect me the way this one does.”
— Fran Marshall, High Point, North Carolina
This custom portrait was commissioned for her Christmas gift.


	“Thank you so much for the beautiful portrait of Cowboy, my dog. I just love it!”
	— Mary Gavin, Jackson Heights, NY


“I absolutely LOVE the portrait. Thanks for making my girls look so great!!!”
— Mary Dixon, Sacramento, CA


	"I gave my husband this picture for Christmas and just wanted you to know that he was speechless. He looked at it and a tear came into his eye and he left the room--we lost Missy, but still have Fergi. Thank you so much for capturing the Babe's essence."
	— Sue Jarrell, Beckley, West Virginia
	This custom portrait was commissioned as a Christmas gift.


“After an especially trying year, I couldn't stand the thought of giving my mom a sweater or CD for her birthday. The moment she opened Todd's painting of ‘her boys,’ I knew I'd given her a very special, enduring gift. It's perfect for anyone whose furry friends are part of the family. Thanks for your beautiful work, Todd!”
— Deanna Abrams, Burlington, North Carolina
This custom portrait was commissioned as a birthday gift.