Guide

Royal pet portraits, from one photo

A royal pet portrait paints your dog or cat as a monarch, a general or a noble, in the style of old court paintings. The best ones still look exactly like your pet: the same markings, the same ears, the same expression. Here is how the different titles look and how to get a portrait that's unmistakably yours.

  1. The Monarch

    A crown, an ermine cape and a gilded throne-room backdrop. The classic royal portrait.

    Tip: Works for any pet; a calm, front-facing photo suits it best. Paint my pet as a monarch

  2. The General

    A dress uniform with medals and epaulettes, in the style of a 19th-century officer's portrait.

    Tip: Dogs with a proud, upright pose look especially good here.

  3. The Noble

    Renaissance velvet, a lace collar and soft candlelight.

    Tip: Cats with a serious expression make perfect nobles.

  4. The Explorer

    A traveler's coat and a map-room backdrop, like a portrait of a famous adventurer.

    Tip: Great for curious, outdoorsy pets.

  5. Storybook watercolor

    A soft, hand-painted watercolor instead of an oil painting. Gentler, and lovely as a keepsake.

    Tip: Pick a light drapery color, like cream, for the softest look.

  6. Choose the drapery

    The color behind your pet sets the mood: candlelit dark, emerald velvet, royal blue, cream or crimson.

    Tip: Pick a color that contrasts with your pet's coat so they stand out.

  7. Two pets, one palace

    Paint two pets side by side from two separate photos.

    Tip: Use photos taken in similar light so the pair looks natural together.

Your pet, painted as royalty. Pick a title, add one photo and get a fine-art portrait in full resolution.

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Questions

What is a royal pet portrait?

A portrait that shows your pet in royal or historical costume, painted in the style of classic court portraits. Regalia paints one from a single photo of your pet.

Will the portrait look like my pet?

It's painted from your own photo, so it keeps your pet's markings, ears and expression. A clear, well-lit photo where you can see their face gives the best result.

Can I paint a cat as royalty?

Yes. Regalia paints dogs, cats and other pets, and The Noble is a favorite for cats.

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Updated October 11, 2026