Commissions


  • • Email me at Dana@inspiredpetportraits.com to start the process. I will follow-up with questions about your pet & request copies of your favorite photos. If you are local, I would love to meet your pet to get a feel for his/her personality! If you require your portrait by a specific date, please let me know up front. Usually, I need a couple months lead time. If your timeline is tight, and the portrait is a gift, I can provide you with a gift certificate. (Actually, any time the portrait is a gift, a gift certificate is really the best way to go – this ensures that the recipient gets the portrait they will enjoy most!)

 

    • Think about what size portrait and composition you would like. I have a preference towards close-up facial portraits, but can do full body portraits as well. The choice is yours. I will also look at your photos and make suggestions on composition and canvas shape (square vs rectangle).

 

    • Agree on the overall format of your painting. At this point, I will also need a 50% deposit via check or credit card. 

 

    • Approve your final painting. I don’t put a time limit on each painting – I paint in layers with oils and continue painting until I am satisfied that the spirit of your pet is accurately reflected. At that point, I will show you the portrait in person or by emailed photo, and if you feel any adjustments are needed, I will make them.
     

  • • Accept delivery of your completed pet portrait. Once your painting is completed, your final payment is due, and I will deliver the painting to you, in person or via UPS depending on where you live.

 

  •  Ten percent of your purchase price will be donated to local animal charities and rescue groups!

 

       
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