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Pet Portraits
Welcome to my Pet Portrait collection. The Portraits you see
in this section are all commissioned pieces of work and, as
such, are not for sale but it will give you an idea as to
my style and attention to detail.
I have been doing Pet Portraits for over 12 years now. The
challenge of each commission is always something I passionately
look forward to, as no two are ever the same, regardless of
breed, be it dog, cat, horse, rabbit etc.
My work is of a very detailed nature, I feel it is important
to show all the details because each animal has its own unique
characteristics just like us humans!
Mediums used
The mediums I use for the Portraits are Graphite pencil for
the Black/white pencil sketch, or for the full colour work
Gouache, which is an opaque watercolour, with Acrylic being
used for the undetailed background if required.
Commission Procedure
The procedure for the portrait is usually that I set up a
photo session (included in the price)
where I can specifically get the detailed shots that are required
for the portrait, then you are welcome to choose from the
selection of photo’s or leave the choice to me.
This does however depend on where you live, if you are not
within our local area or are not planning on a visit to Cornwall
then what I need is as much reference as possible, especially
just of the head if that is the portrait required, the more
detailed reference i have the more I can gain a feel for the
Pets colour and individual characteristics, I do not like
to add in detail where I can’t see it.
Please read further on tips for taking
reference photos.
Framing
Framing is not included in the price of the portrait; however
framing can be arranged locally in the style of my landscapes,
which is Natural Ash. This is however not advisable if we
have to put it in transit to get the piece to you due to the
glass possibly breaking and damaging the portrait, but if
you are able to collect from the shop framing can be an option.
If unframed the finished portrait is presented with a single
mount and a thin clear acetate layer to protect it until it’s
framed, this makes an attractive presentation especially if
it is a gift for someone.
If you have any questions about the procedure or just to discuss
your requirements please feel free to contact me on the numbers
provided.
Deposit
A deposit is required before work is undertaken of at least
50% of the final amount.
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Pet
Portrait Commissioning Price List |
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Sketch: Graphite
Pencil |
Painting: Gouache/Acrylic |
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View |
Background |
A4 |
A3 |
A2 |
A4 |
A3 |
A2 |
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Head |
None |
£115 |
£175 |
£235 |
£185 |
£245 |
£325 |
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Head |
Part |
£135 |
£195 |
£255 |
£195 |
£275 |
£375 |
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Full
Body |
Part |
---- |
£175 |
£375 |
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£295 |
£475 |
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Full
body |
Full |
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£285 |
£445 |
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£445 |
£645 |
Reference
tips for Portrait photographs
For portraits I try to work from photographs 7x5” in size
in either digital or non-digital form, if using digital then
set your camera to the largest/best setting as this will help
with the quality of the image.
If you are able to take some photos specifically for me then
there are a few factors to remember, try to think how you best
think of your pet/human and try and capture that view, it is
best to shoot in good natural light but not direct, bright sunlight.
Sat near a favoured window indoors or outside on a cloudy day
is always best, try to avoid grass as the colour reflects back
onto the animal and can look unnatural. Always try and get down
to your pets eye level when taking photos and shoot as many
as you can as you will have a greater chance of capturing that
favoured shot !
Patience is a virtue when photographing animals! Humans are
obviously easier to work with! It may help to have someone else
hold your pet while taking the photo. It doesn’t matter
if they get in the photo, as they can be drawn out of the portrait
as long as they don’t cover up any important features.
If you would like two or more animals in one portrait it is
best to photograph them separately, with at least one photograph
of them together so that they can be compared in size to each
other. When photographing dogs, cats or horses if you wish to
include any collars or tack try and take a close up shot of
any detailing. If you wish a head collar to be left out of a
portrait, this is possible but it is best to take the photograph
without it in the first place to achieve the best result.
If your pet has sadly passed away and you don’t have many
good photos, please feel free to send as many that you do have
as it is possible to produce a good likeness. If you aren’t
sure if the photos you have are suitable then please feel free
to contact me to discuss. If you are happy to send them, I can
look and see if they are possible to work from.
You can send your photos either via email, JPEGS only, or if
sending hard copies please use Recorded or Special delivery.
To download these tips, in PDF format,
please click here.
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