A Step-by-Step Guide to Bringing Your Best Friend to Life on Canvas
Commissioning a portrait is a beautiful and personal experience — and I’m here to make it simple, joyful, and completely bespoke and here’s how it works.
STEP THREE
Let’s Chat
We’ll have a warm and friendly conversation about choosing the best photo for the painting, size and style options, colour palette and background and any meaningful details you’d love me to include
Together, we’ll shape the vision for your portrait.
STEP FIVE
The Big Reveal
When the painting is finished, I’ll send you a photo for approval. You’re welcome to request small refinements before completion.
STEP TWO
Reserve Your Place
To secure your spot in my painting schedule, I ask for a £50 diary deposit.
This non-refundable deposit ensures your place while we plan the details.
It’s deducted from your final portrait price.
Once received, I’ll personally review your form and photos, and be in touch to book a relaxed design chat.
Because I only take on a limited number of commissions each month, this helps me give each painting the care it deserves.
STEP FOUR
Painting in Progress
Once we’ve agreed the details, a 50% deposit (minus the £50 already paid) confirms your commission. Then the painting begins.
I’ll share progress updates along the way so you can see your pet come to life in oils.
STEP SIX
Delivery & Unboxing
Your portrait is carefully wrapped in a custom-designed box with a handwritten note and shipped to your door, ready to hang or gift. The final balance is due before dispatch.
Each painting is a celebration of love, loyalty, and the quiet magic our pets bring to our lives.
STEP ONE
Send Your Photos & Fill Out the Form
Start by completing the Commission Enquiry Form [link to form]. It asks a few quick questions to help me understand what you’re looking for — and you can upload your favourite photos directly. You don’t need to know all the answers yet — this just gives me a starting point. If you’re not sure which photo to use, don’t worry — I’ll help you choose the one that best captures your pet’s personality.