Whether your pet has fur, feathers, hoofs or claws…If you’re looking for a special unique gift or perhaps a memorial tribute, I would be delighted to help you…

Commissions

Pet portraits are a great way to honour your beloved pet for many years to come - whether you would like to remember a pet that has passed or commission a special gift.

Complete my inquiry form with the type of animal you'd like drawn, your size choice, when you need the portrait by and email me any reference photos you may have. I'll respond promptly confirming price, availability and timing.

Here’s what you need to know:

  • A4 (210 x 297mm) - From £450 - £650

    A3+ Custom (min: 297 x 420mm) - From £900.00

    Note: the drawing will fit comfortably within that paper size. Prices are for a vary dependant on photo quality, body/fur type and are for a single animal. For multiple pets within one portrait, please add 100% per additional animal - a discount of 10% will be applied to final invoice. For larger options, please get in touch for a quote!

    Once you've decided you'd like to go ahead with the booking, I'll ask for a 50% deposit to lock your portrait into the schedule (with the balance due upon completion).

  • HOW TO CHOOSE A GREAT REFERENCE PHOTO

    Generally speaking, the better the reference photo, the better the drawing.

    However, many of my commissions are memorial portraits where the pet has already passed on and I can still do my best with difficult images.

    Best case, though, is to start with a good reference photo where possible and that's why I've put together this useful guide on how to take the best photo of your pet which, in turn, will lead to a better portrait!

    Here are my top tips:

    Natural light is best - try to take the photo outside (ideally in slightly overcast weather), under cover or inside near a window

    Make sure your camera or phone settings have the photo set as high resolution, the file should ideally be at 300dpi and at least 2-3MB in size

    The photo needs to show lots of clear details, including detail and reflection in the eyes where possible - the eyes are key to a successful portrait!

    Take the photo at the same level as your pet, not looking down at it, this perspective tends to work best

    Make sure your pet is alert, attentive, looking at the camera if possible

    Ensure there is nothing obstructing your pet in the photo so that all details are in clear view - this include hard shadows, furniture etc

    For multiple pets, ideally all pets should be in the same photo. This ensures they are all seen from the same angle, with the same light source etc. This may not always be possible so if they are in separate photos, try and choose examples from similar angles and levels of detail etc - it really helps the end result!

    Most importantly, the photo should really capture your pets character - in most cases I'm not able to meet the pet in person so I rely on your photos to get a sense of your pets personality!

    Need more guidance? See some examples of great reference photos below!

  • Because of the high level of detail, each drawing can take between 20-40 hours to complete (per animal) and I can only take a limited number of commissions each year.
    If you need a portrait before a specific date, like a birthday or by Christmas, get in touch as soon as possible to ensure I can fit it into my schedule.

  • Express postage with tracking can be arranged and costs will vary dependant on shipping address.

  • “Wow is all I can say! So talented. Captured her soul beautifully, thank you so much!”

    Lorraine for “Belle”

  • “Honestly, the best thing I have ever bought. So happy with it, it’s so detailed people think it’s a photo. Lot’s of tears when Jess gave it to us. Can’t recommend her enough…so talented. Beyond satisfied”

    Daniel for ‘Merlot’

  • “It’s so beautiful. Jess is so talented. Couldn’t be happier!”

    Hayley for ‘Lola’

A4 Standard (most popular)
210x297 From £450-£650

A3+ Custom
Min Size: 297 x420 From £900

Note: sizes are in millimetres, please note that the images used are for guidance only and do not accurately reflect the scale / how your commission will look. Portraits can be landscape. The drawing will fit comfortably within that paper size. Prices vary dependant on photo quality, body/fur type and are for a single animal. For multiple pets within one portrait, please budget 100% per additional animal - a discount of 10% will be applied to final invoice. For custom options, please get in touch for a quote.


If you would like two or more animals in one portrait then separate photos can be collaborated.

“Generally speaking, the better the reference photo, the better the drawing!”

In order to produce a highly detailed drawing to the best of my ability, I must have a clear, close up photograph for reference. It’s important that I can see the eyes clearly to be able to capture their personality. Photograph preferably taken from your pets eye level.

  • Natural light is best - try to take the photo outside (ideally in slightly overcast weather), under cover or inside near a window

  • Make sure your camera or phone settings have the photo set as high resolution/quality, the file should ideally be at least 2-3MB in size

  • The photo needs to show lots of clear details, including detail and reflection in the eyes where possible - the eyes are key to a successful portrait!

  • Take the photo at the same level as your pet, not looking down at it, this perspective tends to work best

  • Make sure your pet is alert, attentive, looking at the camera if possible

  • Ensure there is nothing obstructing your pet in the photo so that all details are in clear view - this include hard shadows, furniture etc

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