Why Thousands of Pet Lovers Are Ordering “Ugly” Portraits From But Poorly Drawn
You know those polished pet portraits where your dog looks like royalty, posing for an oil painting in a castle? This is not that. At But Poorly Drawn, your beloved pet is transformed into something wonderfully weird, gloriously awkward, and laugh-out-loud funny. Think crooked smiles, giant eyes, chaotic expressions, and exaggerated features that somehow capture your dog’s personality better than any realistic portrait ever could.
And honestly? That’s the magic of it.
Meet the Artist Behind the “Ugly Portrait Revolution”
The creator isn’t aiming for museum-quality realism. Instead, the goal is to celebrate the quirky little details that make your pet unforgettable.
The artist behind the company describes the portraits as “exaggerated, charming, and full of personality,” explaining that what began as a silly experiment quickly became a business after people couldn’t stop laughing… and ordering.
Maybe your dog always gives side-eye. Maybe your cat always looks offended. Maybe your Australian Shepherd has a grin that looks suspiciously human. That’s exactly what these portraits lean into.
According to the site, each portrait is individually crafted with “love, humor, and just the right amount of artistic mischief.” Pet lovers are clearly obsessed.
What You Actually Get
For just $5 per pet, you receive a custom digital portrait delivered by the next day. Yes, five dollars. The portraits are digital downloads, so you can:
- Print them yourself
- Turn them into mugs or cards
- Share them on social media
- Frame them
- Create memes
- Possibly embarrass your dog publicly forever
Each order includes high-resolution JPG and PNG files sized for 8×10 prints. You can even order group portraits featuring up to five pets in one hilariously chaotic masterpiece.
And no, they don’t just draw dogs and cats. According to the FAQ, they’ll draw any pet, “whether it’s your pet rock or your pet alligator.”
The Shelter Connection Makes It Even Better
One of the most charming aspects of this company is its rescue tie-in. On Instagram at @ashopdowntown, the artist regularly spotlights adoptable shelter pets by creating funny portraits to raise awareness and hopefully increase adoptions.
It’s a clever mix of humor, art, and animal advocacy. Because sometimes making people laugh is exactly what gets them to stop scrolling and notice a dog waiting for a home.
Why These Portraits Actually Work
The funny thing is that these portraits aren’t making fun of pets. They’re celebrating them instead.
Real pet lovers know that the most lovable things about dogs and cats are often the imperfect little details. The goofy smile. The dramatic stare. The permanently confused expression. The ears that never cooperate.
That’s what these portraits capture. Not perfection. Personality.
And in a world filled with overly polished everything, there’s something refreshing about art that proudly embraces chaos.
Seven and Paige Turner Go Poorly Drawn
When I ordered portraits of Seven and Paige Turner, I wasn’t prepared for how hard I would laugh. Somehow, the artist captured both of their personalities in the most ridiculous yet strangely accurate way.
Seven looks like the happiest, slightly chaotic therapy dog on Earth. Paige Turner looks tiny, fluffy, and mildly concerned about humanity.
The eyes absolutely make it. They have that “no thoughts, only vibes” cartoon energy that instantly makes people laugh. And yet…you still recognize them immediately.
That’s actually harder for an artist to pull off than a realistic portrait. Anyone can trace a photo. Capturing personality with just a few weird lines? That’s talent.
Should You Order One?
If you want a serious portrait worthy of a luxury gallery wall, this probably isn’t for you. But if you want something that makes you smile every time you look at it, visit the website. It might be the funniest $5 you spend all year.
Because sometimes the best portraits are the ones that capture your pet exactly as they are—a weird little gremlin you love with your whole heart.