Would you like an original hand-painted picture of your special pet?.
I am happy to discuss ideas with you, to hopefully produce a painting for you to treasure, or to give as a gift to someone to celebrate a special event?
If you are interested in a commission, of your pet, I would need you to supply a good, clear full faced photograph. The better the photo the better the painting will be. Alternatively I am willing to take the photograph myself (depending on where you live) but obviously that would have to be at your expense, depending on travelling involved.
Please E-mail me a good quality photo, or an explanation of what you would like, together with the rough size. I could then discuss with you further details and your requirement and give you a quote on price.
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- Pebble
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- original photo
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- Original Photo
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- Rocky
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- Original Photo
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- Trooper
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- Original Photo
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- Pudding
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- Original Photo
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- Theo and Tilly
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- original photo
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- Harry
| Price guide | ||
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Approx Canvas Sizes |
Single Head | Full Body |
| 30 x 40 cm / 40 x 40 cm | £240 | £270 |
| 40 x 50 cm / 50 x 50 cm | £270 | £310 |
| 50 x 60 cm / 60 x 60 cm | £320 |
£370 |
Prices are based on the portrait of a single animal with a blended background. For first additional subject add 50 % to the price and 30 % thereafter. Complicated backgrounds are an additional charge. Other sizes available.
Guide to taking a good pet photo.
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Try and get a pose that is typical and best captures your pet, e.g. ears pricked up or tongue hanging out.
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Clear eyes are important.
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Using a tripod will help gain a clear picture.
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Having another person to give treat or use a toy to help hold their gaze or give the interest maybe helpful. Try and get the pet to look at your shoulder rather than directly at the camera.
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Pictures are often best taken at eye level rather than looking down on them as this often gives a distorted view. Lay on the floor if you need to.
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If the pet sits rather than lays down and is at a slight angle it often gives a more interesting picture than face on.
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You may need to take several pictures over several days. You don’t want the pet to look fed up.
Lighting
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The best lighting is outside on a bright but overcast day, with the light source behind you. Good natural daylight will give the best true colour.
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Avoid bright sunlight, which can cast shadows and cause the pet to squint.
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If taken indoors avoid a flash. Morning sun is best by a window. Have your back against the window, with the pet facing towards you.
