Commission a Pet Portrait

Step 1

When you commission a pet portrait you will need to tell me the size you want, the date you require the artwork by, and send me photographs of the animal. I recommend clients send me at least 3-4 images to work from, that way I have options for the composition and I can see the true colour and markings of the animal. Please send your photos via email; if you only have prints or hard copies please scan these.

Look at my Prices page to decide on the size of the artwork that you want.

Step 2

Once you have sent me the images and your requirements, including the date you need the art work by, I will ask for a non-refundable deposit, 30% of the agreed price.

I will then produce paint or pencil sketches to give you an idea of the final painting and a choice of compositions if there are a few suitable photos.

I email up to two photos of the progress of the painting/drawing as it develops. I have a turnaround of one month for paintings, due to the time and care needed to complete the work to a high standard.

Step 3

Once the portrait is complete I will send you a photo for your approval and then I will ask for the balance to be paid. This can be via Paypal, bank transfer or a personal cheque. Once I have received payment I will dispatch the portrait to you using a reputable carrier.

To commission a pet portrait email me at millymack@gmail.com.

TIPS FOR TAKING HIGH QUALITY PHOTOGRAPHS

This photograph would work well for a pet portrait as, even though it is indoors, as there is lots of natural light

The better quality the photograph, the more successful the painting will be, so follow these tips to take good quality photos of your pet:

Natural light is better than artificial, as I will be able to see the animal's true colour.
Photos taken without a flash or near a window are the best way to avoid red eye.
Keep your back to the sun where possible.
Try to photograph the animal on their level, as this looks better and avoids the distortion/foreshortening that you get when you photograph them from above.
If your pet won't keep still, ask another person to distract them with a treat or toy. Two or more animals are even more unlikely to keep still, but they can be photographed separately for a group portrait, then put together in the composition by me.