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Commissioning a Custom Pet Portrait Artist
Our pets are family to us so wanting to have a portrait painted of them is quite natural. Who doesn't want to immortalize their best pal with stunning artwork website? This may not be the cheapest expense you'll make, but if you choose the right artist, it will be well worth the price and more.
If you've always wanted to have a custom pet portrait of your beloved dog, cat or any pet, here are tips to help you with that:
Portrait Artist Search
Portraiture, regardless of the subject, is a specialized field that few artists would attempt. So the first step in finding a portrait artist is to limit your search to those who actually call themselves pet portrait artists. Online pet portrait artists usually work with clients everywhere in the globe, so location isn't really a factor. You can always have your portrait shipped.
Checking Portfolios
As you check out an artist's portfolio, do bear the following in mind:
> Is the artist's style in line with what you want?
> Can you visualize their work anywhere in your home?
> Are their portraits consistently good through their entire portfolio? Are some great and others mediocre?
> Do they use colors that you like? Several artists stick to but one certain 'palette;' if you want bright colors and the artist sticks to neutrals, look somewhere else.
> How do you like the animals' eyes in the artworks? There's a saying that goes, "The eyes are the windows to the soul," so bad eye means bad portrait!
The Costs
Depending on the portrait's size and medium, it should cost you around $200 to $1000. Oils often cost more because of the extended process and the expensive materials. Pencil and charcoal are the cheapest, while acrylic and watercolors are in the middle range. If you're ordering online, artists will of course expect full payment before shipping. And note that you will likely pay for packing and shipping.
The Reference Photo
All pet portrait artists work around pictures and for understandable reasons. You can say that a pet portrait will only be as good as picture it was based on, so this is really a crucial part of the process. You should give the artist a few nice shots of your pet for consideration.
Payment
Since this is going to be custom work, artists will generally require a deposit before they start the project. This will probably range from 20% to 50%. When talking to your artist, ask what payment methods will be accepted.
The Result
Finally, if you are not pleased with the work of the artist you commissioned, you don't have to buy it. Some artists may forfeit your deposit, but most will happily work with you until you get the result you want so click here.