Pet Portrait Commissions
Your pet, hand-drawn with care.
Every portrait is individually hand-drawn from your photographs, with care taken to capture not only how your animal looks, but something of their unique personality too.
Portrait Prices
The prices below are a guide for a head portrait of one animal.
Pen & Ink
On smooth heavyweight paper
A5 - £100
A4 - £140
Soft Chalk Pastels
On pastel textured paper
A4 - £150
A3 - £190
Graphite Pencil
On smooth heavyweight paper
A5 - £100
A4 - £140
Looking for something a little different?
For portraits featuring more than one animal, full-body portraits or a custom size, please get in touch and I'll be happy to provide a quote.
Choosing Your Photograph
A good reference photograph makes all the difference.
Clear photographs taken at your animal's eye level work best. Try to use soft, natural light and make sure the eyes are in sharp focus, as they are such an important part of capturing their character. Colour or black-and-white photographs are both absolutely fine.
If possible, get physically closer rather than using zoom and choose a moment when your pet is relaxed. A clear profile photograph can also work beautifully.
An example of a good reference photograph.
3. Secure your booking
A 25% deposit is required to secure your commission. Once received, your booking is confirmed and I can begin planning your portrait.
5. Approval & delivery
Once your portrait is finished, I'll send you a photograph for approval. The remaining balance, including postage and packaging, is then payable before your portrait is carefully packaged and sent to you.
2. Choose your portrait
We can discuss the size and medium you would like, and I'll confirm the price, including an estimate for postage and packaging.
4. Your portrait
I'll create your portrait by hand and keep you updated as it progresses.
How to Commission a Portrait
1. Get in touch
Send me a message telling me a little about the animal you'd like me to draw, along with your chosen photograph or a selection of photographs.
Postage & Packaging
Postage and packaging are not included in the portrait price. I’ll provide an estimate before you confirm your booking, so you’ll know the cost in advance.
Timescale
Each portrait is individually hand drawn, so the time needed will vary. When you get in touch, I’ll let you know my current availability and give you an idea of when I’ll be able to complete your portrait.
About Your Commission
Artwork
Your finished portrait will be supplied unframed and unmounted, allowing you to choose a frame and mount to suit your own style and home.
Ready to Commission a Portrait?
I’d love to hear about the animal you’d like me to draw.
Whether it’s a much-loved pet, a special gift or a portrait in memory of a treasured companion, please get in touch and tell me a little about them.
If you’re unsure which photograph, size or medium would work best, I’m always happy to help.