COMMISSION
Commission
Now you've had a look round and would like a portrait of your beloved friend - what do you do next .....?
Well that's straightforward. Take a look through your favourite photographs, check out the price list and get in touch. When choosing your photographs, try to make them as clear as possible.
If you're taking the photos from scratch, natural daylight is always best. This is particularly important when it comes to dark pets, I have two black dogs myself and find that in the light light, all I get from the photo is shine and redeye.
What if the photo is not clear, but it's the pose you want...don't panic. Send me additional pictures and I can see the markings and character, making the best of both.
A 50% non refundable deposit is required to start the order. Digital photos can be emailed or posted to me on memory stick. Any hardcopy photographs will be treasured and returned to you with the completed portrait.
| ONE SUBJECT | PASTEL | GRAPHITE | TWO SUBJECTS | PASTEL | GRAPHITE | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 x 8 | £85 | £65 | 14 x 12 | £132 | £102 | |
| 14 x 12 | £110 | £85 | 18 x 14 | £162 | £126 | |
| 18 x 14 | £135 | £105 | 22 x 16 | £192 | £150 | |
| 22 x 16 | £160 | £125 | 16 x 18 | £222 | £174 |
Allow 3-6 weeks for completion. Specific dates (ie birthday) can be agreed at the time of ordering. Christmas deadlines however are tight. Dependent on workload, the latest submission is the end of October, as I have to operate on a ffirst come basis.
Please add £3.50 per picture for postage & packing (UK Mainland). Overseas postage is quoted on an individual basis.
Graphite works come with a standard mount for stability and packed in flat hardback. While Pastel work is sent in flat boxes, both ways ensure safe transit.
Missed the Christmas deadline, or want a unique gift for a special occasion. Maybe finding a photo in secret is proving a problem - there's another option ....
Gift Vouchers are now available. Buy a gift voucher to the value of the portrait you require and give this as your gift. Your friend/relative can then contact me direct and we will discuss the further details of the portrait while they look for the perfect photograph.
The voucher is available in four different styles, dependent on the type of portrait required.
“Thanks ever so much for the portrait of Max. Tony is delighted with his belated Christmas present”
Steve
“Thank you for the lovely picture of Tess. I can't wait to see my Dad's face when he opens his present”
Sarah
“Thanks again. I am very pleased with the portrait. The gallery is now complete.”
“I have just picked up the portrait of Lizzy that you have drawn for me. It is just stunning and looks so like her. It actually brought a tear to my eye”
Eleanor
Zoe