Modern
Curls settle into soft tonal shapes while the long profile stays crisp.
Custom Poodle Portraits
Brilliant, athletic and far less fussy than the haircut suggests.
Upload a photo of your Poodle to see the portrait.
Shown: an example Modern portrait
Upload a photoPortraits of Poodles
Despite being France's national dog, the Poodle was first bred in Germany as a water retriever; the name comes from the German pudel, linked to splashing in water. The breed comes in three sizes (Standard, Miniature and Toy) and all of them are sharp, playful and surprisingly sporty. Poodles rank No. 6 on the AKC's 2025 list.
Portrait-wise, Poodles are a dream and a challenge. The dream: an elegant head, a long muzzle and sculptural curls give every style something to work with. The challenge: a dense topknot can hide the eyes, and solid black or brown coats swallow light. Pick a photo where the eyes are clearly visible and the current clip is one you love, because the portrait will keep it. Then let the outline do the work. A Poodle's silhouette is half the portrait.
Coat & color
Solid colors are the norm: black, white, apricot, red, cream, silver, blue, brown and more. White and apricot look stunning in fine line and watercolor; a black Poodle is striking in charcoal.Popularity
No. 6 on the AKC’s 2025 most popular breeds list.Top style pick
Modern · A clean illustration on soft white.
Photo tips for your Poodle
01Show the eyes
If the topknot falls over the eyes, brush it back or use a photo taken just after grooming. Likeness depends on the eyes.02Keep the silhouette
Leave space around the head and ears. The outline of the clip is part of what makes your Poodle look like your Poodle.03Light a dark coat
Black and brown curls need bright, soft light. Face your Poodle toward a window, not away from it.
Styles for a Poodle
Chosen for the breed's look and personality, best first.
Poodle portrait questions
More answers in the FAQ.
Does it matter whether my Poodle is a Toy, Miniature or Standard?
Not at all. Portraits focus on the head and shoulders, so a Toy Poodle looks every bit as grand as a Standard. What matters is a sharp photo where the eyes and the shape of the clip are clear.
Which portrait style suits a Poodle?
We'd start with Modern: Curls settle into soft tonal shapes while the long profile stays crisp. Line Drawing is a close second: Curls and a long, elegant profile look wonderful in minimal ink. You can try every style with your own photo and pick the one that looks most like your Poodle.
What kind of photo of my Poodle works best?
A sharp, close photo in soft daylight, taken at your dog's eye level, is the foundation. For a Poodle specifically: Show the eyes. If the topknot falls over the eyes, brush it back or use a photo taken just after grooming. Likeness depends on the eyes. Keep the silhouette. Leave space around the head and ears. The outline of the clip is part of what makes your Poodle look like your Poodle.
How much does a custom Poodle portrait cost?
Gallery Canvas from $59, Framed Print from $75, Fine Art Print from $35, Digital Portrait $29. US shipping is free on every order, and every print, framed print and canvas includes the hi-res digital file.