Pet Portrait Commisson Details & Pricing

I work with quality digital photos and rely on clear visible detail to capture your fur kid's likeness. That being said, I require a selection of your very best images. We will work together to finalize the picture and style.

My preference is to leave ample negative space around the portrait (I focus mainly on the face & shoulders)

Layout & Composition

This part is very important. I will require a selection of great high resolution photos. Please do not rush by taking photos on the spot. Your precious pet’s expressions usually end up looking a bit “off”.  I encourage you to find digital photos that best represents your fur kid. 

Photo Requirements 

Please bare with me. I have been asked to "piece together" details from a various of photos, unfortunately,  I don't work this way. I prefer to capture your pet's true likeness through your photo rather than making it up. Pro Tip from a friend who owns a dog walking company — treats can work wonders.

no flash • in focus • eyes level Preferred•eyes open • up close • natural lighting with minimal shadows • no added filters •not edited • not cropped

Other Details

My preference is to work in pencil but can possibly work in ink and watercolour - depending on the image.

Currently I use synthetic paper, called Dura Lar, for all my pencil sketches. Due to the nature of this material, I can not finish the portrait with a fixative (prevents smudging) I do recommend framing my pencil portraits with a mat to ensure the graphite doesn’t accidentally smudge under the glass.

All art is unframed. I am happy to offer my personal opinion on how big the window opening of the frame should be. I do recommend framing portraits with a mat as it helps to keep the original work away from the glass.

Shipping 

This will be an additional cost.  Over the past year I have figured out a pretty solid process. 

While I take great care in shipping your portrait, I do not take responsibility for how it arrives.  If, something happens during transit, please send me photos and we can go from there. 

For Longevity Purposes

Store portrait in clear sleeve until it’s time to frame • Keep all finished work dry • Place out of direct natural light • Do not directly touch the portrait (handle carefully on the sides)