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Animal portrait prices
The first thing that everyone asks when considering a pet portrait is, “How much will it cost”?
Hopefully, this page will give you the information you need, but if you aren’t sure what kind of portrait you would like, please go to my contact page and email me your photos. I will be happy to provide you with some ideas and options.
Please know that I consider every commission to be unique, and will willingly answer any questions and discuss your ideas.
Charcoal
A portrait in charcoal will provide you with a drawing that conveys a great deal of emotion. This medium is both strong and dynamic, and will add a more contemporary feel to your portrait. I work on heavyweight ivory white paper, with a focus on the subject only.
PLEASE NOTE: For all charcoal portraits, the sizing applies to the drawn area only. This means that if you allow for the surrounding undrawn space, your finished portrait will be approximately 2″ larger both vertically and horizontally.
Charcoal portraits for clients within the UK are delivered with a mount /matt surround, ready to frame. In order to reduce mailing/shipping costs, portraits going to international destinations are delivered unmounted/unmatted.
The prices below are for single portraits – for doubles or multiples, refer to the pricing options below.
Pastel
A painting in pastel will suit you if you want to incorporate colour and perhaps more of a “story” in your portrait. I gradually build up many layers of colour to capture depth and tone, with sensitive mark-making to convey movement, texture, lights, darks … and true character.
Colour portraits in pastel are delivered unmounted/unmatted. They come carefully packed, with advice about aftercare and framing.
The prices below are for single portraits – for doubles or multiples, refer to the pricing options below.
Portrait prices
| Size | Charcoal | Pastel |
|---|---|---|
| 9″ x 7″ | £225 | N/A |
| 8″ x 10″ | £275 | £295 |
| 8″ x 12″ | £325 | £375 |
| 10″ x 12″ | £375 | £450 |
| 16″ x 12″ | £500 | £600 |
| 18″ x 14″ | £600 | £750 |
| 20″ x 18″ | £700 | £850 |
| 24″ x 18″ | £850 | £950 |
Bespoke quotes apply to larger Commissions
If you would like multiple people/animals in your portrait, please add 15% for each additional pet or person. The prices above are for standardised scenarios involving a single subject. Please feel free to tell me if you have a particular idea for your portrait. For example, you may want to create a story theme to depict the story of your animal’s life, or a specific activity, place, or a specific event… I am always happy to discuss your ideas.
Please feel free to ask if you would like to spread the cost of your commission.
NB: a small charge will be added to foreign currency transactions, to cover the bank charges incurred at this end.
Over the years I have noticed that 8″ x 12″ or 8″ x 10″ works really well for a single portrait of a human or for a dog/cat. For horses, a minimum of 10” x 12” is recommended for a head/neck portrait.
Please note: the 6″ x 8″ size and 8″ x 10″ size will only accommodate a single animal.
If you are thinking of a bespoke size not listed above, please email me for a quote.
Costs for P&P within the UK will cost £20 for portraits, including size 8” x 12”, and £25 for larger pieces.
Royal Mail First Class Special Delivery is used on all portraits which fall within the size restrictions. Your portrait is guaranteed to arrive the following working day.
For larger unframed portraits, beyond the Royal Mail size restrictions, a quote for Parcelforce/DPD etc will be provided. This also applies to framed paintings behind glass.
Portraits are shipped to all international destinations.
I take great care to wrap and prepare every portrait extremely carefully and use high-quality packaging to ensure its safety.
UK Royal Mail postage (size restrictions apply) from £40. Journey time: approximately 2 weeks, but this can be longer with recent Covid delays.
FedEx shipping is efficient and fast, and I will be happy to provide you with a quote. The journey time is typically 3 – 7 days.