
Pet Portrait Commission Process
From our first conversation to the final pencil stroke, my pet portrait commissions are created with care, patience, and attention to the smallest details — capturing not just how your pet looks, but who they are.
The process is simple...
1. Contact me
By Phone, WhatsApp, Email, or we can arrange a video call if you like, whatever you are comfortable with.
We will go through
- What your ideas are,
- Who your portrait is focussing on,
- Photos you currently have and whether more would be required,
- What background you would want,
- If there is a date you want your portrait by,
- What size you would want the portrait to be (please see my basic price guide for pet portraits here)
- And of course we will talk about cost.
2. Mock up
After our initial contact I will create a mock up using the ideas we discussed to make sure this is what you had in mind.
Once you are happy that it is how you want, I will contact you when I am ready to start your portrait and I will ask for a 50% non refundable deposit on the cost.
3. Creation
During the creative process I will be in touch to let you know how the portrait is going and how it is looking and that you are happy with the progress so far. I will also be creating a time lapse video which will show the process at work. (I will ask that I use this in my Social Media once you have recieved the finished product or once you have gifted the finished piece)
4. Final step
Once i have finished the picture, I will contact you and send high quality pictures so you can look in detail at the finished product. Once you are happy with the picture, I will ask for the rest of the payment with the addition of shipping if needed.
Once this is all recieved I will send this out to you fully insured and tracked shipping.
Please remember to send me a review of your experience working with me!
If you’re considering a commission, or simply have questions, you’re very welcome to get in touch — I’m always happy to chat things through.
“Apart from the obvious skill of your work, you’ve captured the essence of her. It’s a portrait of Scout — not just a ‘generic Airedale.’”
– Jayne