Wildlife Art and Commission FAQ
Welcome to our Wildlife Art and Commission FAQ. If you can’t find the answer here to your query about my wildlife art, pet commissions etc., please feel free to contact me here.
Check the price list under ” What do you charge for pet portraits?” When you have decided what size you would like and whether in colour or graphite, contact me for a full quotation. You will need to supply a clear image for me to work from – see tips question below
The following charges apply for commissions and are for unframed drawings:
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Yes, definitely!
For me to portray your pet’s character and best likeness, you need to supply me with a good, clear photo:
• Using a cell phone is OK but I will need the original picture, not one resized in email.
• Move back so the animal’s head is not distorted by the camera lens.
• Preferably get down to the animal’s level when taking the photo.
• It is best to be outdoors with sunlight over your left or right shoulders as you face the animal, to get a catchlight in its eyes.
• Best times are early morning or late afternoon when the sun is at more of an angle.
• Using a squeaky toy can get the dog/cat’s attention and an alert expression as you click the shutter.
• Get a clear head and shoulders shot with space around head, preferably a front view showing both eyes, rather than a side view.
• Ears must not be cut off and should preferably be pricked up/forward.
• Plain backgrounds are preferable.
The paper used is extremely important as it affects the quality of the drawing as well as how long it lasts. I only use archival paper which is acid-free and will not turn yellow and go brittle with age.
Colour pencils come in varying degress of light-fastness, depending on their quality, thereby guaranteeing that the colours will not fade with age. The brands I use (Derwent and Faber-Castel Polychromos) are known to be high quality and long-lasting.
These will vary according to the weight and size of the parcel and whether it’s overseas or local delivery. Please click on DHL or overseas delivery and The Courier Guy for deliveries in South Africa to get an idea of costs. A final quote will be given with your invoice.
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