It's always a pleasure to create a pet portrait, that becomes a treasure for the owner and makes a wonderful gift.
A few options are available - a pen & ink head & shoulders drawing, (often with graphite added, for "colour") with just the eyes highlighted in colour, or a colourful portrait painting of the whole body, or a genuine pet rock.
All require the availability of photograph(s) of good quality and resolution , of just the head and shoulders of the pet, for the first option, or a full body pose for the second.
The majority of the pen & ink portraits are drawn approximately 5.5" to 7" wide X 8" to 9" deep so that with a mat they will fit into a standard 14" X 11" or 13" X 10" frame. This is the STANDARD size of portrait
Prices for this size range from $160 to $195 Cdn. As an option, an acid free matt & backing can be added for $25.
Other sizes and of course the colour option, can be accommodated. Photos, size and specifications will be required for a price estimate.
This was such a special art commission for me. The cutest pen & ink pet portrait I have done. Sadly Lacey is in doggie heaven, but this drawing will be a lasting memory for her owner.
Another cutie! As this pet was grey in colour, graphite pencil was added to the pen & ink drawing, then a touch of acrylic for the eye colour.
Bunnies are special pets too and it was very special to my granddaughter, so I hope this drawing will bring back good memories of her bunny buddy - named "Hopper" - now in bunny heaven.
Are two heads better than one? Best friends can also be portrayed together and still fit into a 10" X 13" frame.
Cost around $250.
How can you not love this adorable face
These eyes are just begging for a hug!
Since this is a very grey cat, it was created with a pen & ink drawing, then graphite pencil was added to get the grey colour. Finally the beautiful eyes were coloured with acrylic.
For a genuine "Pet Rock" here is an example of a pet collie painted on local granite rock. Rocks are of various colours, usually around 7" high and 8' - 9" wide at the base.. A protective finish is applied so the rock can be kept clean with a damp cloth.
Prices are from $265