Embark on a journey of personalized artistry with a custom pet and wildlife portrait.

 

I specialize in capturing the essence and spirit of your cherished companions, bringing your favorite animals to life on canvas. Whether it's your loyal dog, majestic cat, or a wild creature from the great outdoors, I excel at translating the unique charm of each subject into a stunning visual masterpiece. Cherish the bond with your furry friends or celebrate the beauty of wildlife with a one-of-a-kind portrait that reflects their personalities and characteristics. My commitment to detail and passion for animals ensures that every stroke is a testament to the love and joy they bring into your life. Transform your cherished memories into timeless art, and let my portraits become a heartfelt tribute to the companionship and wonder that animals bring.

 

All that is needed to begin your commission is a high-resolution photograph of the subject in good light and a close-up, in your favorite pose which captures your pet's true character. You can send several different photographs if you are unsure, and we can discuss which one would make the best portrait.  Sometimes we may have to combine a couple for the perfect composition and detail.

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A deposit of 50% is needed to secure your booking and a 1-2 week period will be booked into the diary.  The balance is only paid when you are 100% happy.  I will email an initial sketch of the portrait to check that you are happy with the composition and then will send regular updates of the work in progress.​

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Please get in touch to discuss your custom drawing, if you have any questions about commissioning your portrait, please don't hesitate to ask.

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Details

 

Photos - The better the photo, the better the portrait.  The photo must be good quality in natural light (no flashes), showing as much detail as possible and the true color of your pet's fur.  Many of the commissions that I draw are pets that are no longer with us, therefore some of the photos may be a little older.  In this case, I can use multiple photographs to create one portrait.  We can discuss this in more detail before you place your order.

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Deposit- Once everything has been discussed and you are happy to go ahead, a 50% deposit is required to secure your booking (this is non-refundable). 

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Timeframe - Portraits usually take 1-2 weeks to complete, depending on the size.  If this portrait is needed for a special occasion, please let me know and I will do my best to accommodate.  There is a waiting list, and this can change frequently, so I will give you an idea of timescales before you place your order.

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​Backgrounds - Backgrounds are not included in the starting price(s).  I can add basic splashes of color for a more expressive background, and a full background, but this can add more time to complete the portrait; therefore, the price will need to reflect this.

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Revisions - Nobody is perfect, and revisions are a part of the process when commissioning your pet or wildlife portrait. Up to 3 minor revisions are included at no additional cost. Any further revisions beyond the initial 3 will incur a fee of $25 each, with a maximum of 5 revisions in total. Please note that each revision may extend the completion time of the portrait. After 5 revisions, if the client requests additional revisions, an additional portrait fee will be added to the cost and must be paid upfront before continuing, along with any previous revision charges. This fee is separate from the remaining 50% balance due upon completion, as agreed (at the beginning of the contract).

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Advertising - Showing my work through different social media platforms is how I advertise my business.  If this portrait is going to be a surprise gift, then I will, of course, wait until the portrait has been gifted to post any images.

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​Copyright - Your portrait (pet or wildlife) will be an original piece of artwork, and therefore, I retain all rights to the artwork, including the right to display the work in my portfolio and promotional materials, but I will not make prints to sell. You, as the collector, are allowed to display the commissioned work for personal enjoyment but may not use it for commercial purposes without my written consent, and making copies will therefore be an infringement of copyright. Posting images of the item(s) purchased on social media is always welcome and does not breach the agreement.