I'm Mandy, a commission-based pastel portrait artist based in Cornwall. For 34 years I've been drawing the animals and people that matter most to the people who love them.

Every portrait I draw starts with a single photograph. Your photo is the reference I work from — the anchor for every mark I make on the paper. What you get back is a hand-drawn pastel portrait, full of warmth and personality, created to last a lifetime.

Commission a hand-drawn pastel portrait of your pet, person or family by Cornwall-based artist Mandy Jackson. View sizes, prices and how to enquire.

Creating beautiful pastel artwork is such a rewarding experience! Whether you’re capturing the soft fur of a beloved pet or the gentle...

I have come a long way since my first blog post. I have discovered Pastelmat! It has an excellent surface for drawing and blending. I can...

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