Vivian has a rare gift for capturing not just what a pet looks like, but who they are. Nearly four years ago she gave me one of the most meaningful gifts I have ever received — a portrait of my beloved Bilu. What Vivian captured from a photograph is extraordinary — his soulful gaze, his personality, the particular way he looked at you. It hangs in my kitchen, my sweet companion still and forever. I am so grateful.

I live in New York, and our apartment is filled with Vivian’s artwork. It was important for us to bring elements of nature into our home, a sense of calm and breath within such an intense city. Her landscapes, which remind us of Vancouver and open spaces, together with her signature stone paintings, create a very peaceful and grounding atmosphere in the apartment. There is something about her work that feels both delicate and profound, as if it gently slows down the energy of the room. We constantly receive compliments from people who visit our home, but more than anything, it’s simply a joy to live with her art every day.

The beautifully intricate painting Vivian created is a lasting legacy of our cherished doodle Lola. She captured the essence of Lola’s personality in vibrant and exact detail. Thank you dear Vivian! An extraordinary display of talent by Vivian Claman. The depth, texture, and lighting on the rocks are so realistic that the canvas truly comes alive. It is rare to find an artist who can capture nature with such precision and soul. This piece is a treasure, and we cannot recommend Vivian's work highly enough.

Our Portuguese Waterdog , Cooper, no longer wanders this earth causing havoc wherever he roamed. Whether he was stealing hot dogs from a barbie or barking circles around some poor leashed pet. Cooper was a cheeky one! I miss those days… This part above is Optional Lucky for me Vivian Claman painted his portrait not once but twice so he could remain part of our life both at home and at our cabin. When we commissioned Vivian we had no idea of her innate talent to depict our beloved pet. Viv is able to connect her clients with their pets through their eyes. These loving eyes look to you as if asking for a forgotten treat or a scratch behind the ears. Their eyes reflect trust and affection. Vivian also was able to portray our pet's personality through his posture. His playful energy abounds in our portrait. Viv used light and somehow movement and the combined result is a very realistic image of our Cooper. Vivian Claman is an accomplished artist and I would be thrilled if she would paint our next dog...unfortunately my husband says there isn't going to be another dog....🙈

When we asked Vivian to do a beach landscape painting for us we provided her with a few vague ideas and our colour preferences. The painting that she produced was exactly what we wanted and captured the look and feel that we were hoping to project. The painting has a place of pride in our living room and we receive ongoing compliments on it. Shelley R An extraordinary display of talent by Vivian Claman. The depth, texture, and lighting on the rocks are so realistic that the canvas truly comes alive. It is rare to find an artist who can capture nature with such precision and soul. This piece is a treasure, and we cannot recommend Vivian's work highly enough.

Vivian’s painting is a beautiful example of contemporary realism executed with remarkable restraint and sophistication. Vivian’s use of a monochromatic palette creates a calm, meditative atmosphere, allowing texture, form, shadow, and composition to take stage. The stones feel almost tactile — grounded, balanced, and quietly expressive — demonstrating exceptional technical control while maintaining emotional subtlety. The limited colour range enhances the timeless quality of the work and gives it an understated elegance that integrates effortlessly into a refined interior. A striking study in simplicity, realism, and tonal harmony.

Vivian Claman’s ability to capture the essence of what I wanted through her artistry was incredible. The artwork she created for my bedroom matches my decor perfectly. Her attention to detail and her commitment to ensuring you are happy with her work is unparalleled.

My birthday is in February, but in May 2025, I was caught off guard when I stepped into my room. My parents surprised me with a belated birthday gift via an unexpected but brilliant surprise: a portrait of my dog and best friend, Grit, was perched on top of my record player. I was in awe not only of my parents’ kindness and love but also the way the artist captured the beacon of joy that is my dog. This portrait has genuinely become my most cherished present I’ve ever received from anyone as it captures my pup so well, it was gifted in the spirit of deep love, and it’s timeless. I know my best friend, Grit, won’t be around forever, and I am okay with that, but as long as I have this artwork, I will never forget just how much his licking, playfulness, and gentle soul brightens up everyone’s spirits. I am extremely grateful to Vivian for painting such a meaningful art piece that I will continue to treasure.

Vivian’s work is truly beautiful. Her painting captured the spirit and personality of my dog, Tova, so perfectly that I feel like she is still with me at all times. Every image feels full of warmth, love, and connection. Vivian has an incredible eye for detail and a genuine talent for creating meaningful memories through her painting I will treasure this forever.

Vivian took a difficult commission of combining multiple subjects who were photographed independently and combined them together seamlessly into one image. I’m greatly pleased with the end result.

I commissioned a painting of our beloved dog Nova a few years ago.Vivian did an amazing job of the painting from a photo that I sent her. We have since lost our beautiful Nova but have Vivian’s glorious painting as a wonderful memory of our sweet Nova girl. I would recommend Vivian to anyone that wants a painting of their pet.

Vivian did the most beautiful portrait of my beloved dog. Not only does it look 100% like him, but she captured his essence and gentle spirit. Every time I look at that incredible portrait, I am reminded of what a wonderful dog my Humphrey was.

Vivian painted such a beautiful painting of our dog Zoe. It's so lifelike and portrays her sweet character in such a poignant way. We really cherish it.

So grateful for Vivian’s beautiful painting. It reminds me of the Sea-to-Sky landscape and brings a little piece of the outdoors into my home. Every time I look at it, I’m reminded of the scenic drive between the city and Squamish and the beauty that surrounds us here on the coast. Thank you so much Vivian!