HOW TO ORDER A COMMISSION

S T E P O N E - S I Z E & P R I C I N G

If you would like to commission a portrait for yourself or a loved one you have come to the right place. Commissioning an artwork is a simple process. First have a look at my price guide below and decide on a portrait size and price that best suits you.

S T E P T W O - P H O T O S

One of the most important parts of commissioning a portrait is the photo. The clearer the photograph, the more detailed your portrait will be. Make sure to choose a photo which best conveys your pet's or loved one's personality. For more information please have a look at my photo guide below for tips in choosing that perfect photo. It also helps having a selection of photographs to work from. The more photographs you supply me with, the better. This enables me to create a true representation of your beloved pet or loved one.

S T E P T H R E E - C O N T A C T M E

Once you have decided on a size and you have a few photographs ready you can either contact me via my website, Facebook or Instagram with a description of what you are wanting done and include any relevant information or special requests i.e. if you need your portrait completed by a specific date such as a birthday or anniversary. Once I have replied you will be asked to send through your photographs and we can begin the process of creating your portrait.

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COMMISSION PRICES

Please note that this is strictly a guide. Commission prices can vary depending on the following -

[1] Detail ie. feathers, scales, fur/skin texture or extra items like bridles, collars, clothing texture/prints.

[2] If the subject is a full body or head and shoulders only.

[3] Whether the background is simple or detailed.

All prices are in New Zealand Dollars (NZD)

Listed prices are for one person or pet with either a plain or simple tonal background. If you wish to have a detailed background included, your overall price will be calculated based on the level of complexity of the background.

A5 (210mm x 297mm) - $150

Head and shoulders only.

Slightly larger than A4 (240mm x 300mm) - $300

A3 (297mm x 420mm) - $440

A2 (420mm x 594mm) - $600

A 10% surcharge fee may apply for highly detailed items such as collars, equine bridles and ear bonnets as well as hats/scarves, clothing prints etc.

To ensure a more accurate quote based on your requirements please contact me directly through my website, or via Facebook or Instagram.

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PHOTO GUIDE

Photographs are the most important part in the commission process - especially good quality photographs. I have a detailed and realistic style. The higher the quality of the photo the more detailed and realistic your commission will be. I can work from low resolution photographs if absolutely necessary, but please be aware your portrait may not be as detailed as some of my drawings displayed in my gallery.

This guide will explain how to choose the right photograph for your commission in order to create a realistic, vibrant portrait that's full of life and character.

If you need any help in choosing the right photograph or you are unsure of it's quality, feel free to email me and I can have a look and see whether it would be suitable.

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GOOD EXAMPLE

High resolution photo taken with digital camera (can see fur direction and fur detail when zoomed in)
Photo taken in natural light which depicts the pet's true eye and coat colour (no camera flash or direct sunlight)
Photo taken from a good distance and at subject's level

GOOD EXAMPLE

Photo taken in natural light which depicts the pet's true eye and coat colour (no camera flash or direct sunlight).
Can see fur direction and fur detail when zoomed in.
Photo is taken at a good distance and at subject's level.

BAD EXAMPLE

Photo taken with pet sitting in shade (can't see any detail).

BAD EXAMPLE

Photo taken with light directly behind subject. This hinders me from capturing detail.

BAD EXAMPLE

Photo is too blurry to work from. Can't see detail or sharp edges.

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MULTIPLE SUBJECTS ON ONE PAGE

If you would like to combine separate photographs into one portrait - not a problem. With the right selection of photographs I will be able to merge your images together to create the perfect composition for your portrait.

Below are two examples of portraits I created where I combined separate photographs.

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YOUR SUBJECT IS NO LONGER WITH US

If you are commissioning a portrait of a pet or a loved one who has sadly passed away, I understand that you may not have a wide selection of photographs to choose from and that is okay. Send me as many photographs as you can and I will help you to achieve the best result.

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