Typically, portraits take between 5-10 working days to complete, but in busy periods, there may be a waiting list to start your portrait. I will always make every effort to facilitate every portrait request, and I can advise on current waiting times on contact.

Photographs need to be well-lit and in focus as a must, especially with animals that are darker in colour. The best photos also capture the whole of the animal, as my portraits do not feature backgrounds.

If in doubt, send it over! It is always better to have more options and more choice when choosing a photo.

You can download more help and advice on choosing photos from my guide here.

I ask that a 50% deposit is made in advance of me starting the portrait. This reserves your slot in my commissions calendar. At the point at which the commission details have been confirmed and the quote has been accepted, you will be sent an invoice via email. This will contain a brief summary of the commission details, as well as bank details in order to make the bank transfer.

All paintings, both mounted and unmountad, are sent sealed in a cellophane bag along with a piece of greyboard to prevent damage or bending in transit. They are then sandwiched between two rigid cardboard sheets and sealed with parcel tape to create a sturdy parcel.

Orders within the UK include free Royal Mail Tracked 48 shipping, who aim to deliver within 2-3 working days.

International orders incur an extra shipping fee and are posted via Royal Mail Tracked International, who aim to deliver within 5-9 working days.

Upgrades to both domestic and international locations are available for an additional fee - please ask about this at the point of contact for a quote.

I am happy to paint virtually any animal’s portrait provided the photos you have are of good enough quality. I paint a lot of dogs and cats, but I have also painted rabbits, horses, snakes and even a hermit crab! Nothing is off limits!

All of my portraits contain a range of different materials - the process of deciding what gets used is very intuitive and varies from one portrait to the next. Most portraits are completed primarily in watercolour, gouache and coloured pencil, although it’s not uncommon to see pastel, charcoal, acrylic paint or ink included too!

Only materials that conform to the highest lightfastness and permanence ratings go in to making my portraits, meaning your portrait will stay looking just as it’s meant to for years to come.

There are mounted options available for all of my standard portrait sizes - see my ‘Prices’ page for more information.

Framing is not something I currently offer.

I am happy to take on any animal friend for a portrait, but I do not currently extend my portraits to people at this time.

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