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Custom Portrait Information

Commission a custom portrait of a pet or loved-one. All portraits are created using the highest quality materials, made to treasure for many years to come!

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Choose a medium:

Pencil

Portraits in pencil are ideal for capturing a realistic likeness and are black & white. This type of portrait has a more "classic" look & feel.

Watercolor

Watercolors are vibrant and colorful. Although they capture the likeness of the individual they have a bit more of an "artistic flair" and are looser in style.

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Price Information:

A 50% non-refundable deposit is required upon start of project.

Portrait will ship once paid in full. Payment plans available.

Additional subjects, complex backgrounds & portraits beyond "head and shoulder" format require an additional fee. Please contact for a quote.

*Please note: Prices below do not include any additional applicable framing and/or shipping costs

8"x10"

$349

11"x14"

$499

*All payments are made strictly through our invoicing system.

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Framing Options Available

If choosing a framing option; artworks are professionally matted & framed to ensure your portrait is protected to last a lifetime. Fully custom framing is recommended to compliment the artwork. Budget friendly options are also available. Price quotes available upon request.

Portraits purchased unframed will ship (if applicable) sealed in a crystal-clear archival envelope. It is recommended, at minimum, to frame your portrait using acid-free (ideally archival) materials to ensure your investment is protected. Please consider finding a professional framer to do this job, as they will guide you towards the best materials, as well as designing the matting & framing to compliment the artwork.

Please specify your choice in the contact form below.

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Turnaround time & Shipping

Due to the custom nature of commissioning a portrait, please allow up to 2-3 weeks to complete your project (depending on complexity). Please allow additional time for shipping.

Please note: We currently ship physical artworks within the United States only. Thank you for your understanding!

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Additional Requirements & Information

You will need to provide reference photos of the subject. After filling out the contact form below, we will return your message to further discuss photo requirements. A well-lit, close-up, 3/4 view of the subject is ideal. 

By commissioning a custom portrait, you agree to the understanding that the artist will represent the subject to their best ability. Working from a less-than-ideal photo can cause the likeness to be slightly off.

You agree to the understanding that Michelle may use photos of your completed portrait for purposes related to social media and/or marketing materials, as well as the possibility of recording the creation of the work for creating tutorials for online classes. If this poses an issue, please specify in the form below, thank you!

Please fill out the contact form below to get in touch!

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