Dec 25, 20253 min read

New Year, New Art: 5 Ways to Refresh Your Home with Custom Pet Portraits

By Eterna Team
Woman hanging a large framed golden retriever portrait in a modern minimalist living room

The wrapping paper is recycled. The cookies are eaten. The tree is coming down (or maybe staying up until February, we don't judge).

As we pack away the holiday clutter, we often feel a craving for a fresh start. A cleaner space. A home that feels peaceful, organized, and intentional for the year ahead.

This "New Year Refresh" is the perfect time to rethink your walls. Instead of filling them with generic decor, why not start 2026 with art that actually means something?

New Year, New Art: How to Upgrade Your Space

If you were lucky enough to receive an Eterna Gift Card (or some holiday cash) this year, here are 5 ways to use it to transform your home.

1. The "Gallery Wall" Anchor

Gallery walls are still huge in 2026, but the trend has shifted. Instead of 20 tiny random frames, designers are using one large "Anchor Piece" to ground the collection.

The Look: A large custom pet portrait in the center, surrounded by smaller abstract prints or family photos. It draws the eye and gives the room a heart.

2. Go Minimalist & Large Scale

One of the biggest resolutions we hear is "I want to declutter." Visual clutter is real.

The Fix: Replace three small, busy pictures with one large-scale custom portrait (think 24x36"). It instantly makes a room feel bigger, calmer, and more expensive.

3. Upgrade to Heirloom Quality

If 2025 was the year of "fast fashion" decor, 2026 is the year of Investment Pieces.

We've seen a huge spike in people searching for "archival quality prints." Why? Because we're tired of things that fade and break. An Eterna Portrait is printed on museum-grade paper with inks guaranteed to last 100+ years. It's not just art; it's a legacy.

4. The "Mudroom Moment"

Don't neglect the functional spaces. A cheerful portrait of your dog in the mudroom or entryway sets a happy tone every time you walk in the door. It says, "A family (and a very good boy) lives here."

5. Mix Modern with Sentimental

You don't have to choose between a stylish home and a "dog home." Our Modern Minimalist portraits are designed specifically to fit into sleek, contemporary interiors while still celebrating your furry best friend.


Start Your 2026 Transformation

Ready to refresh your walls? Whether you're spending a gift card or treating yourself to a New Year, New You upgrade, we're here to help.

New Year Special:

Use code FRESHSTART2026 for 20% off all custom portraits through January 5th.

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