How To Commission A Portrait

Step 1. Choose a photo of your pet, preferably close up, clear, and well lit if possible.

Step 2. Send me your photo and size choice (see below for options) and let me know if there is a specific date your portrait is needed by.

Step 3. Once the details are decided on, a 20% deposit is needed (I use Wave Invoicing, e-transfer, or PayPal) to hold your spot. I will send you progress photos along the way and once your portrait is complete, final payment is due. I will then ship your portrait to you!

Please read the details below for size options and tips on how to choose the best photo for your portrait! I would greatly appreciate if you could take the time to read my policy as well.
Thank you for thinking of commissioning a portrait with me!

SIZES AND PRICING

Portraits are drawn with the finest quality soft pastels on acid free pastelmat card, ensuring your portrait will last a lifetime. Every portrait comes with it's own Certificate of Authenticity.

Prices include a solid coloured background. Detailed backgrounds are an additional 20-50% depending on complexity.

​Free shipping on commissions in Canada.
Prices do not include applicable taxes.


NEW 5”x7” size available! Not applicable for horses.

. ​*Prices are subject to change.
Estimates are valid for 3 months or until a deposit has been made to secure your booking.

Choosing Your Photo

It is very important that you choose a photo of your pet that is well lit, close up and in focus. It's not always easy to capture a great photo of our pets and we're certainly not all professional photographers, but having a good photo is essential for me to capture a true likeness of your beloved pet.

I am willing to work with whatever photo you choose, so long as it is understood that my work will reflect to some degree the quality of the reference photo provided.

To the left are some examples of some great reference photos versus not so great ones. Notice the difference in clarity of detail, colouring, and composition of the animal. I am happy to take a look at multiple photos and offer suggestions!


Tip and Tricks!
Use treats or a toy to get their attention!
Go outside where there is good natural light. I want to see those gorgeous, sparkling eyes!
Kneel to their level to avoid awkward compositions.
Get close and personal! Cropping far away photos often results in a great loss of detail.

MY POLICY
(**PLEASE READ**)

It is incredibly important to me that each and every client is happy with their portrait. Although the deposit is non-refundable, you are not required to pay the remainder owing if the portrait is not to your liking. I am proud to say this has never happened before and hopefully never will!

I will keep you posted at each stage of the drawing to make sure you are happy with the progress and minor changes may be made throughout if necessary. Please keep in mind that as an artist I apply my own style and do not aim to fully replicate the photo but, rather, I try to capture the likeness and character of your pet and still make it my own.

Many hours are spent on making your pet come alive on paper and I only use the very best materials to ensure that your portrait will last and retain it's colour. All of my portraits are carefully wrapped to prevent smudging and mailed in a cardboard envelope to ensure it arrives in it's original state. I may post your portrait on my social media pages but will wait for your permission if it is being purchased as a gift.

​I do not make prints of commissioned works so you can be assured that your portrait will be one of a kind.

**SHIPPING**
All work is shipped via Canada Post on the Monday or Thursday morning following final payment of your portrait. For an additional cost, it can be shipped Expresspost. In the unlikely event that your portrait is lost or damaged in the mail, I will re-draw your portrait free of charge.

GIFT VOUCHERS

Gift Vouchers are a fantastic option if you can't book a spot before the date required or if you would simply like your loved one to choose their own photo of their pet. You can purchase a voucher for a price amount or a particular size. Vouchers are valid for 12 months from the purchase date and cannot be refunded. 
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