custom Art

Commission slots are currently available.

Working in the highest quality materials, many hours go into each portrait to create an acrylic painting that you can treasure for years to come. I am happy to work on most animal subjects.

A 25% non refundable deposit is required to secure a booking

Standard sizes are listed below. Prices are based on one subject, head and shoulders only. Your portrait will be a good size within the artboard area.

Background colour will be plain or mottled to compliment the animal.

There will be an additional 50% for a double portrait.

Postage
I post worldwide. Postage for mainland UK is included in the price for orders over £250. For overseas clients shipping will be quoted on an individual basis.

Please have a read of the FAQ below and don’t hesitate to get in touch if you have any questions.

CHARCOAL DRAWING

250gsm Bristol artboard

£80

8 x 11″

ACRYLIC PAINTING

Art Canvas Board:

£99

10 x 12″

ACRYLIC PAINTING

Art Canvas Board:

£199

16 x 20″

FAQ’s

I would like a portrait – so where do I start?

The first thing you are going to need is some good quality photographs. As a highly detailed artist the more detail in a photo the better your portrait will be. This is especially important for your pet’s key features such as their eyes and nose. It is important that the photo is sharp and in focus. Sadly, I am unable to work from blurry photos.

What are the best tips for a good photo?

If possible, try to take your photo using a proper camera rather than from a phone. It doesn’t have to be a professional camera with a huge lens, a pocket camera is fine as they still capture a greater level of detail than a phone can. If you don’t have access to a camera it may still be possible to use a phone picture if the detail is clear enough. I will advise when viewing the images.

Try to take your photo at eye level rather than from above as this will give an unflattering angle. If you are able to, take your pet’s photo in natural light, preferably outdoors. The best time is on a bright overcast day but not in direct sunlight as this can cast some unflattering shadows. Avoid using flash if possible.

Example’s – Green tick (Good Photo) – Red X (Bad Photo)

What if my pet has passed away?

Don’t panic – send as many photos as you can and we can go through them together and see if there is a workable solution from the selection. I have all the necessary tools to enhance photographs and although there is no guarantee, I will do my best with what you have.

So I have my photos, what do I do know?

Get in touch and let me know what you would like to have and what size. If you have several large photos I may ask you to use a file sharing service or dropbox to send them and I will guide you through the process if you are not sure what to do.

I will then have a look at the photos and discuss with you which ones you prefer and how you would like your portrait to look. Once that is agreed I will send an invoice for a 25% deposit and the Terms & Conditions of sale. Once the deposit has been paid you will be booked in at the agreed time for your portrait.