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Commissioning a Portrait of a Favorite Pup in 4 Easy Steps

Step 1: Choose Photos

Since all paintings are created from photos, good photographs makes all the difference. They don't have to be professional-quality photos, as long as they provide clear shots of your dog’s face. I suggest getting up close to your dog on their level and let their face fill the camera frame.

Photos can be sent via email or snail mail. All original photos will be returned with the painting. For digital photos - set the camera at highest quality setting. High resolution files are the best.

Step 2: Select Background Color

Is there a background color you would prefer? It is helpful to suggest either a warm palette (reds & oranges) , cool palette (blues & greens) or neutral palette (cream & brown).

Step 3: Decide on Portrait size

All portraits are created with acrylic on gallery wrapped canvas - a 1 3/8” thick width canvas goes all the way around the edges giving a boxy, contemporary feel. Ready to hang; framing not necessary

Step 4: Send Deposit, Photos and Commission Request Form

50% deposit is required to secure your place in the painting schedule. Payment is accepted by check or credit card . Most portraits take two weeks to complete, depending on prior painting commitments.

When your portrait is completed, I will send you a scan of the final painting. The balance of the payment is then due. Once the balance payment is made, your portrait will be shipped, fully insured, via USPS.