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From Pet Photos to Classic Oil Portraits

byPragalbhStudio in Mahadevapura, Bengaluru; Travels across India for shootsStarts from₹10,000 per sessionView full gallery

Ever look at a photo of your pet and think it belongs on a gallery wall? I turn your favorite portraits into classic oil paintings, capturing their soul with every digital brushstroke.

This is the "after" shot. I digitally transformed the original photograph of Minnie into a piece that mimics the brushstrokes and texture of a classic oil painting.

The final result: a beautiful canvas print. Here is Minnie meeting her painted self. It's a wonderful way to turn a cherished photo into a lasting piece of fine art for your home.

About From Photo to Painting

I don't just apply a filter; I manually rework your photo to mimic the texture, brushwork, and depth of traditional oil painting. It takes time, but the goal is to transform a digital file into a physical masterpiece—like the 24x36 inch archival canvas print I prepare for you to hang in your home.

13 years photographing pets across India — Approved by the tribe
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Pragalbh

Studio in Mahadevapura, Bengaluru; Travels across India for shootsStarts from ₹10,000 per session

Hi, I’m Pragalbh. I started doing these digital transformations because sometimes a photo isn't enough; you want something that feels timeless, like a classic portrait from another era. My goal is to create that one hero shot you’ll look at every day and smile.

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