How to Commission an Original Pet Portrait

Buying an original work of art is an exciting personal experience and commissioning a Pet Portrait is even more so: you are asking an artist whose work you feel a connection with to create something special just for you of your fur baby.

My joy and passion is to capture your companion's spirit and character with depth and richness. A tangible visual of heartfelt love and forever bond.

Designing a portrait is complex. A finished painting only radiates life, if everything works: the composition, posture, use of color harmony, anatomy, the glint in the eyes, the light and background, just to name a few. 

I'd Like to Commission a Painting
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Summary of Content

The Commission Process
What Type of Pet Portrait do I want?
 Pricing 
Other Things to Consider

A painting of a dog with long hair

"Vidal" 12 x12 - Oil on Masonite

This is an example of my work. A Photo transformed to a work of Art. I take some artistic liberty with the colors I use and the background design.

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The Commission Process

The commission process is straight forward.
This is how I work.

  • 1 Contact me via the Contact form or call me at 310-691-4451. When we visit have in mind the size of painting you wish (see price list below), how many pets will be in the painting and the mood (see gallery under Pet Portraits).
    I want a clear picture of your desires so I can create a Pet Portrait you will be delighted with.
  • 2 Request the first of 3 payments – I accept cash (if local), check, paypal, venmo, cash app or Apple pay to begin the process.

    This first payment is non-refundable : Its a third of the amount to start designing mock-ups for you to choose from that meet your wishes. The designing stage is a lengthy process and not to be rushed.
  • 3 Once received, I will request good quality photos. I can offer methods to obtain some great photos if you don’t already have some.
  • 4 I will begin designing mock-ups – The process often takes a week or more as I fit all the pieces together, asking; What’s working? What’s not working? And What if? You will then have choices to select from on what the final painting will look and feel like.
  • 5 Once we agree, I will request the second of 3 payments and begin your painting! I work slowly and methodically, allowing the painting to come to life.
  • 6 During this time – You will be updated as to my progress and ask any questions I may have.
  • 7 Once your Pet Portrait is finished, I will send you a photo. For me as an artist, it’s very important that you are delighted with the finished piece.
  • 8 The final payment will be requested.
  • 9 The painting will be shipped to you free of charge once dried and varnished!

Congratulations, you now have a new, unique painting to cherish or offer to someone special.

I'd Like to Commission a Painting
A light yellow background with some white lines.
A cat with glasses is sitting on the ground.

"Red Velvet” 12x12 - Oil on Masonite

This is another example of my work. A Photo transformed to a work of Art.

A light yellow background with some white lines.

What Type of Pet Portrait do I want?

If you do not know my work, please browse the Pet Portrait Page under galleries/paintings to get a feeling about what you’ll want.

I aim to give my clients more than what a photo can provide by using my own style, this makes my work more personal and a treasured one-of-a-kind portrait for you.

A light yellow background with some white lines.

Pricing

Below you will find an overview of my pet oil painting pricing.

The pricing depends on three factors: the size of the painting, the number of pets in the painting, and additional background elements desired for the portrait. I am not limited to the sizes listed—If you are interested in a size not listed, simply contact me for a quote.

 Prices below are Portraits with one pet and a painterly background.

Pricing Guide (Without Framing)
8x8 $525
8x10 $660
9x12 $890
12x12 $1,188
11x14 $1,270
12x16 $1,584
16x20 $2,640
20x24 $3,960
24x36 $7,128
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What Else to Consider

Please note: creating a painting takes time. If you are thinking about commissioning a painting, please allow a minimum of 2 months before you can receive it.

Then it’s carefully packaged to travel from USA to your destination safely.

Still interested?

Fill in the form to outline what you have in mind.
The initial conversation is without obligation.
I look forward to hearing from you.

I'd Like to Commission a Painting