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From Photo to Exquisite Pet Portrait

I will personally work with you to create an artwork of your pet that you will treasure for a lifetime.
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Choose a photo

This is not easy!! Consider photos that show your pet close to you, preferably at eye level. The eyes should show clear detail as this is the focal point of the portrait. Also consider fur detail and whether lighting conditions are altering the actual fur colour. I will help you choose the best photo.

Choose a paper colour

Pastel pencil portraits are drawn on special paper that is available in a range of colours. The paper colour can contrast with the pet's fur to create an eye catching artwork. Additionally, you could consider a colour that matches your decor. I will assist you with this choice and creating mockups are an easy way to visualise the result.

Which size?

Pastel pencil portraits are available in A5, A4 or A3 sizes and are measured out to fit into standard off-the-shelf frames. Please refer to prices by clicking the Pricing button on the left.

What happens next?

A small deposit secures your place on my commissions list. Prior to starting I will get in touch to confirm the details. Once I have started your portrait, I will send you progress updates enabling you to ask any questions.

Frequently Asked Questions

A portrait will take anywhere from 1 to 6 weeks, depending on size and my current waitlist.

If you require the portrait for a special occasion, please let me know when you contact me, so I can plan around the date if possible.

For last minute requests, a Gift Voucher may be the perfect solution.

This isn’t a problem as I can use several photos to create the perfect pet portrait.

You may like the pose of one photo, but the details are better on another. All I need are all the photos that might be useful.

Currently I offer portraits in pastel pencils.

I will offer the option of a painted portrait in early 2025 and will also offer other styles as promotions.

If you would like to know about these options, please join my mailing list so you are the first to know.

Absolutely!

Please let me know when you get in touch and we can discuss custom sizes and prices.

Gift vouchers are not refundable and valid for 12 months from date of purchase.

The recipient may upgrade the voucher value based on the current price list.

Once redeemed, all other terms and conditions apply to the recipient.

Throughout the process I will send you frequent photo updates as to how your portrait is progressing. This gives the opportunity to ask any questions or let me know if something isnt looking right.

Minor adjustments are acceptable, however major changes incur a $50 fee.

You may request a refund, however I will retain the portrait and 50% of the price already paid.

See T&C’s for more information.

If you decide not to go ahead with your portrait prior to my starting working on it, there will be a $50 fee to cover time and admin that has been incurred to this point.

If you have paid a deposit, then the deposit less $50 will be refunded.

Once I have started work on the portrait, the order can no longer be cancelled.

Details are confirmed prior to starting work, which allows for cancelling the order up to this point.

Of course!!

You may include as many pets as you wish.

Each pet is an extra $50 to cover the fact that extra drawing up and colours are required.

If you would like to add a human, that’s no problem either.

Not a problem, I’m here to help!

Please go to the ‘Contact’ section on the website and complete the details.

I will answer your question as quickly as possible.