About the Artist
About Matthew Lloyd - UK Pet Portrait Artist
Hand drawn pet portraits created with care and precision.
Meet the Artist Matthew Lloyd
I’m Matt, the artist behind Matthew Lloyd Art a Birmingham-based professional pet portrait artist specialising in bespoke, hand-drawn pet portraits.
A Royal Navy veteran of 15 years, I’ve been drawing all my life, with the past 20 years dedicated to refining my craft. Even during my time in service, I always found time to draw, using it as both a creative outlet and a way to relax.
Working from my studio in Birmingham, I create highly detailed custom pet portraits for clients across the UK and internationally. My work is inspired by my two Shih Tzus, Chester and Ozzy and I recognise the strong bond people share with their pets, something I aim to capture in every portrait.
I’ve built a loyal global client base, including a collector with a private gallery of my work in Cornwall and I was honoured to design the logo for the Weimaraner Club of Great Britain. I am also a proud supporter of Birmingham Dogs Home and regularly attend their events.
At Matthew Lloyd Art, I offer a personal service, creating luxury pet portraits that are meaningful, lifelike and crafted to the highest standard.
Meet the Team: Chester & Ozzy
Chester and Ozzy are at the centre of everything I create at Matthew Lloyd Art.
Living and working alongside them every day has shaped the way I see and understand animals. They’ve given me a deeper appreciation of the connection people share with their pets — a connection that goes far beyond appearance.
That insight influences every portrait I produce. It’s not just about creating a realistic image, but about capturing something more meaningful: a sense of presence, familiarity and the role a pet plays within someone’s life.
They are a constant reminder of why this work matters. Every commission represents a relationship, a memory or a story, and that’s something I approach with care, respect and attention to detail.
Chester is my eldest Shih Tzu and a huge part of the heart behind Matthew Lloyd Art.
At 12 years old, he has a calm, gentle nature and a quiet presence that’s impossible to ignore. Chester is incredibly reserved, happiest in familiar surroundings, and most often found asleep at my feet while I work in the studio.
He has been a constant source of inspiration throughout my journey as a pet portrait artist. His character — peaceful, loyal and full of subtle expression — reminds me that it’s often the smallest details that matter most. That same attention to quiet detail is something I aim to capture in every portrait I create.
Chester isn’t just a companion; he’s a daily reminder of the deep bond we share with our pets and the reason I’m so passionate about turning those connections into lasting pieces of art.
Chester
Ozzy is my younger Shih Tzu and a big personality behind Matthew Lloyd Art.
At 6 years old, Ozzy joined us just before lockdown and has been full of energy and character ever since. He’s the live wire of the pair — always alert and always ready to let me know when there’s a delivery. Who needs a doorbell when you have Ozzy?
He brings structure to my day in his own way, never forgetting to remind me when it’s lunchtime or when it’s time for our daily walks. His lively, expressive nature is a constant source of inspiration and a reminder of how unique every pet truly is.
Ozzy’s character plays a big part in shaping my work as a pet portrait artist, helping me capture not just how pets look, but who they are — full of personality, life and individuality.