How do I order a custom painted fine art portrait?

If you wish to commission a mixed media art portrait, please email me and let me know you are interested. I will have you send several of your favorite photos of your pet(s). The best photos have good resolution, are not blurry, and are either headshots or a full body pose where the pet is up close in the image. If you do not have any suitable photos of your pet, I can do a brief portrait session to obtain a suitable reference image for an additional charge. If you supply the photo, I will need the original photo file without any cropping or applied filter effects. I will help you decide on the best way to showcase your pet’s portrait-whether on fine art paper or canvas.

What does a custom fine art portrait cost?

Due to the inherent nature and customization of these products, pricing is based on numerous factors such as time expected to create the portrait, number of subjects, complexity of image, size of completed print, and matting/framing options. I offer graphite-look portraits (similar to a pencil drawing) and color painted portraits. I will give you a quote for the portrait once I know what image(s) we choose, how you want it printed, matted and framed and any other customization. Most commissions start at $400. I require payment for the painting creation service before I begin painting and the balance of the payment before I order the product you select. I accept cash, checks, Mastercard and Visa.

When do I get the finished art?

After I have painted the portrait to a certain point, I will send you a “proof” which is a close approximation of what the finished piece will look like. This will allow you to visualize it before I finalize the finer details. I want to ensure you will be satisfied with the image, background, and the style I am using. Once you approve the proof and submit the final payment, I will finish the portrait and submit the art to my professional lab for printing and framing if selected.

Turnaround time is 2-3 weeks for most commissions. If I have a high number of commissions at once, they will be done in the order I receive them and there may be a longer turnaround time.

When can I schedule a portrait session?

Portrait sessions are now available. Please email me if you want to schedule a session or if you have further questions.

What does a portrait session cost?

A portrait session includes a pre-session consultation, a 1 to 1 1/2 hour portrait session, the initial basic editing of the images and a design/ordering session in-person or virtual. A non-refundable creation fee of $225.00 is paid at the time of scheduling the session. Additional fees for mileage outside of a designated area may apply. No products are included in the session fee.

What products are available to order?

At your design and ordering session, you will view a gallery presentation of the best 25-30 images from the session. From those images, I am happy to help you select your favorite images for canvas or metal wall art as well as albums, image boxes, prints and collages. As I sincerely believe these special images are meant to be printed, I do not offer digital products for sale. However, I want you to be able to share your most special images with others, so a complimentary watermarked web size digital file will be included with any image included in a purchased product.

Product pricing available on request. Please email for further information.