GET YOUR PET PORTRAIT STARTED!
If you would like to order a pet portrait, please fill out the following form below and I will be in contact with you as soon as possible. If you decide to continue with the order, I will respond back to you via email and I will guide you through the requirements needed (see steps below this form) in order to continue with the commission process.
STEPS TO COMMISSION A PORTRAIT
Step 1 - Sending a photograph
Please take time to select your favorite photograph of your pet which show their personality and character well. You are welcome to send me a few photographs and we can discuss the ones that would make the best images to create your portrait from.
The photograph must be of high quality, and I must be able to see your pet's features clearly, for example the eyes, and nose.
Typically the best photos are head on, at eye level and taken in natural light; by a window or outside not in direct sunlight, this helps with true colour depiction.
Step 2 - Portrait Size
All of my work is done in watercolors or black and white (pencil).
The size can depend on different aspects, for example how many pets you would like to include in your painting, but I generally work on A4 and A5 size. If you would like a larger sized painting you can contact me for further details.
Deadline
Please note that I will need at least a 6 week lead time to create a painting. Generally I aim to have the painting ready within 4 - 6 weeks. If you would need the painting done by an earlier date, depending on when you contacted me, there will be an increase in the cost.
Framing
All of my custom portraits are provided unframed. If you do require framing, I make sure to choose the best suited frame from a selection offered by a local professional framer who customizes it by order.
Please note that if you decide to include framing, there will be an additional cost due to the price of the frame and the added weight to the finished product which will affect shipping costs. Framing may also delay the delivery time so keep that in mind when setting a deadline.
Price Quote
Once I have collected all the necessary details, you will be emailed a quote which will include a request for a down payment which is 30%
The price of the portrait depends on all the variables above.
This quote will be valid for 7 days and I will not begin working on the portrait until the down payment has been received.
Painting
Upon receiving your downpayment I will begin the process of your painting. During the process, I am happy to send you photos of my progress so that you are happy with the painting so far.
Payment and Shipping
Upon completion of the painting, you will be notified that the portrait has been completed and receive a request for the remaining payment.
After receiving the payment, I will send your your painting via post. All portraits are packed carefully to help prevent any damage and is posted with a tracking number which will be shared with you upon delivery.
Once you have received your painting, I will be very happy to hear it arrived safely to you.
I would be more than happy to receive a photo of your pet with their portrait!