Tanya Strong
Pastel portraits that feel alive.
Soft pastel pencils on Pastelmat — meticulous fur, luminous eyes, and the quiet character of the animals you love.
Portfolio
Drawn by hand, remembered forever
Every piece is built layer by layer in pastel pencil — from the catchlight in an eye to the soft edge of a whisker. Click any work to look closer, then ask for a portrait in the same spirit.
The craft
Built for detail you can almost touch
Tanya works in soft pastel pencils on Pastelmat — a professional surface that rewards patience. The result is velvety colour, crisp texture, and portraits that hold up under a close look.
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Pastel pencils, not prints
Each commission is an original drawing — signed, physical, and made for your home.
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Sizes that frame beautifully
Available on Pastelmat in A4 and 8×10" — ready for a mount and frame of your choosing.
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From your photographs
Share clear photos of your pet or subject. Tanya captures likeness, mood, and those small details that make them unmistakably theirs.
Commissions open
Bring their spirit onto paper
Tell Tanya about the animal you want drawn — breed, size preference, and anything that makes them special. A clear photo reference helps the portrait sing.
- Pet portraits, wildlife, and treasured companions
- Choose A4, 8×10", or ask for guidance
- Personal reply — no automated runaround