Guidelines for Artwork
Before ordering, please read through the information below to help you determine the price, size, and composition of your portrait.
If you are still not sure, send me your pet photos and I will be happy to help you determine the best portrait for you. Feel free to email me images of your pet, preferably in jpeg format.
Size: Generally, the smallest size of a "head and shoulder" portrait I work with is 8" x 10". The size of the artwork may need to be larger, depending on the number of subjects to be included in the artwork, the orientation of the subject and the subject matter. It is also much more difficult to show all the fine details when the subject is significantly reduced in size. Another reason for increasing the artwork size is the number of subjects to be included. Imagine 2 or 3 dogs crowded together on an 8"x 10" portrait. Again, important detail would be lost and the size of each subject is again drastically reduced. However, keep in mind that these are general guides and all portraits are geared to the chosen pose and your personal preferences. For simplicity, I have listed some common standard sizes below. However, I can draw your portrait in just about any dimension you require.
Orientation: Several factors are considered when determining if a portrait should hang vertically (tall) or horizontally (wide). The composition, number of subjects, the conformation of the subject and type of pose are some factors that are considered. Other factors could also include the location where you plan to hang your portrait, or simply your personal preference. No need to worry; I will be more than happy to help you in determining the most aesthetically pleasing orientation for your portrait.
Backgrounds: I can add a "hint" of background to the artwork or create a slightly more detailed one of your choice.
Photographs/Digital Images: In order to render the most realistic portrait, good quality photographs are required. High resolution digital images are best but I can also work with traditional photographs as long as they are suitable. Don't worry, photographs will be returned once artwork is complete.
View the progress of our portrait: I can also email you several updates of the work in progress.
Terms and Conditions: Artwork is commissioned for personal use only and may not be used for financial gain.
I retain full reproduction copyright on all my artwork. Artwork and images may not be used or reproduced without my written permission.