Cat Breeds, Colors, and Beautiful Paintings for Your Walls

Cats are one of the most popular pets around the world, and their different breeds and colorful coats make them even more lovable.

Whether you love fluffy British Shorthair cats, long hair Persian cats, or playful house cats, learning about different cat breeds and their fur colors can make you like these fuzzy friends even more.

What’s more, if you’re a cat lover, you’ll also enjoy how cat paintings can make your home feel brighter—especially when the paintings match the color of your walls!

Popular Cat Breeds and Their Coat Colors

Let’s start with some common cat breeds and their unique coat colors. First up are British Shorthairs, a favorite for their round faces and thick, short hair. These cats often come in solid colored coats, like blue (a soft gray-blue shade) or black, but they can also have classic tabby patterns.

Domestic cats are the most common cats people keep at home, and they have lots of different coat colors too. For example, there are orange cats with bright stripey color patterns, white coat, and black-and-white cats with splotchy fur.

Tortoiseshell cat is a cat whose fur color is similar to that of a tortoiseshell (a kind of shell). Most tortoiseshell cats are female. Male tortoiseshell cats are rare, and their fur color is more like a solid (single) color.

The Norwegian Forest Cat is a long-haired cat. It has a thick double coat (two layers of fur). Its legs and tail are long and fluffy, and there is a thick "fur collar" around its neck.

The Scottish Fold has a round head and folded ears—this makes it look even rounder than it is! Its eyes are big, round and bright. Its legs and tail are short and thick.

The Turkish Van is a semi-long-haired cat. It originally came from the area around Lake Van in Van City, eastern Turkey (where it is now). A Turkish Van only has color on its head and tail; the rest of its body is white.

The Turkish Angora is a type of long-haired cat. It first appeared in the 15th century. Today, the number of this kind of cat has started to decrease. Traditionally, Turkish Angoras were white, but now their fur colors have become much more varied.

The Devon Rex is a cat with tall ears and short fur. Its ears are sharp and big, and its eyes are oval-shaped. Its legs and body are long and thin. Its fur is short and fine—and it’s curlier than the fur of a Cornish Rex (another kind of curly-haired cat).

When we discuss cat fur colors, Primary colors (red, blue, yellow) don’t work directly. But cats do have simple base colors, and these come from just two main genes: the black gene and the orange gene. Fun fact,the orange gene is sex linked—this means most orange cats are male! Female orange cats are less common because they need two copies of the orange gene (one from each parent).

Then there are tabby cats, which are not a breed but a type of coat pattern. Tabby patterns have two common types. One is mackerel tabby—it has thin, vertical stripes that look like a fish’s skeleton. The other is spotted tabby—it has round or oval spots instead of stripes. All tabby cats have one thing in common: tabby markings on their foreheads, often shaped like a letter “M.”

Another fun type is calico cats, which have three color combinations: white, black, and orange. These cats are almost always female because the genes for their coat colors are also sex linked. Calico cats look like little works of art—no wonder they’re a popular subject for cat paintings!

Cat Paintings: Decorate Your Walls with Feline Charm

If you love cats, cat paintings (also called wall art) are a great way to add personality to your room. The best part? You can choose a painting that matches your cat’s breed or coat color, or pick one that fits your wall color.

For example, if you have a white wall, a painting of a white cat or an orange cat will stand out beautifully. The white background will make the cat’s colors pop, and the painting will feel bright and clean. If you have a pink wall, a romantic painting of a tabby cat or a British Shorthair in soft colors will fit perfectly. The pink wall adds warmth, and the cat’s coat will create a cozy, same color scheme that feels calm.

When choosing a cat painting, pay attention to the color palette. If your cat has a blue coat (like some British and American Shorthairs), a painting with cool blues and whites will match your home.

If you have a mackerel tabby, a painting that shows its bold tabby patterns in warm oranges or browns will highlight its unique look. You can even find paintings that focus on the base color of a cat’s coat—like a solid black cat against a light background or a spotted tabby with a cream base color.

Painting the walls first can also help you pick the right cat art. If you want a modern look, try a gray wall with a painting of a black and white cat. The simple color combination will feel sleek and trendy. For a more playful room, a yellow wall with a painting of an orange cat will bring energy and joy.

Cat paintings are also a great way to share your love for cats with others. When friends come over, they’ll notice your wall art and might ask about the cat’s breed or coat color—this is a fun way to talk about what you’ve learned! Plus, cat paintings are versatile: they work in bedrooms, living rooms, even home offices. A small cat painting above your desk can make studying or working feel more fun, especially if it’s a picture of your favorite cat breed.

Final Tips for Choosing Cat Paintings

1. Think about your cat (or dream cat!): If you have a spotted tabby, look for a painting that shows its spots clearly. If you love calico cats, pick one with bright orange, black, and white patches.
2. Match the wall color: A pink wall needs soft, romantic painting colors, while a white wall can handle bold cat colors like orange or black.
3. Keep it age-appropriate: Choose a painting style you love—modern, cute, or realistic. There are cat paintings for every taste!

Whether you’re into British Shorthairs, tabby cats, or calico cats, there’s a cat painting that’s perfect for your home. By pairing the right cat breed and coat color with your wall art and wall color, you’ll create a space that feels like it was made just for you—and your love of cats!