Commissions
Every portrait is created uniquely to capture the personality and vision of the animal of your choosing. All of my drawings are made with top quality materials including Faber-Castell, Caran D'Ache, and Derwent pencils on Strathmore paper, which allows me to bring your portrait to life using the most delicate of details.
Sizing & Prices
The first step in planning your custom portrait is to identify the size that best suits your individual needs. As you plan your portrait, you should consider where the portrait will be displayed in the home and the dimensions that best fit that area, especially if you are ordering a piece of wall art.
If you are unsure about which size would be best for your needs, please specify this in your inquiry and I can help provide my insight.
The next step in planning your custom portrait is to identify a reference photo that best shows the desired pose of the portrait, the animal's coloring, and their personality.
If this portrait is for a beloved pet, I always recommend sharing an additional 1-4 photos. These photos can help me to determine the animal's proper coloring as it appears in different lighting, and can also support me to best see all important details that make the pet unique!
Examples: These photos were helpful in drawing the lovely portrait of Daphne the Spaniel! The photo to the left was used as her desired pose and shows a favorite expression of Daphne. Whereas, the photo to the right helped me to confirm the highlights of her coat, and some of her special markings.
Reference Photos
Complete the Inquiry Form
The final step in planning for your custom portrait is to complete the inquiry form below. Once I have received your submission, I will reach out to you to confirm all of the details about your portrait prior to starting the piece. I will also confirm the estimated starting window so you can prepare for when your commission will be ready for shipping. Please note that I typically have a waiting window, so please keep this in mind when ordering a special gift commission.
I will always reach out to you before officially beginning your portrait to reconfirm the order details and to notify you that your portrait is next on my drawing board. From here, you can decide if you would like to receive progress updates as I work or if you would prefer a surprise reveal at the end.