Private Commissions

Commission an original portrait

I accept a limited number of private commissions for animal and wildlife portraits. Each portrait is created individually from your chosen reference photographs, with particular attention to expression, character and the eyes.

The Process

From photograph to finished portrait

A simple, personal process from your first reference photographs through to final delivery.

01

Send reference photos

Share several clear, high-quality photographs and tell me what you would like the portrait to capture.

02

Choose the size

Choose the format and composition that best suits your subject.

03

Approve the quote

The final price, background and scope are confirmed before work begins.

04

Artwork created

Your portrait is carefully developed in colour on Pastelmat, with close attention to expression and detail.

05

Delivery

Once complete, delivery and any framing arrangements are confirmed with you.

Portrait Fees

Commission price guide

Coloured portrait on Pastelmat. Subjects may be a person, dog, cat, horse or other pet/animal.

One subject

One person or pet

20.32 × 25.4 cm (8 × 10″)£100
21 × 29.7 cm (A4 / 8.3 × 11.7″)£160
30 × 40 cm£200
40 × 60 cm£270
50 × 70 cm£350
70 × 100 cm£650

Detailed backgrounds from £50 extra.

Two subjects

Two people or pets

30 × 40 cm£300
40 × 60 cm£400
50 × 70 cm£500
70 × 100 cm£900

Detailed backgrounds from £100 extra.

Final price is confirmed before work begins. Framing and delivery are quoted separately unless agreed otherwise.

Commission FAQ

Before you enquire

What can I commission?

People, dogs, cats, horses and other pets or animals.

What photographs do you need?

Clear, high-resolution reference photographs with good light and visible detail, especially around the eyes.

Can I include two subjects?

Yes. Two-subject pricing is shown above. More complex compositions can be quoted individually.

What about backgrounds?

Simple compositions are included. Detailed backgrounds start from £50 for one subject and £100 for two subjects.

Is framing included?

Framing and delivery are quoted separately unless agreed as part of your commission.

How do I begin?

Send your preferred size, subject details and several reference photographs using the commission enquiry link.

Before we begin

Reference photographs matter

A clear, high-quality reference photograph is essential. Final pricing depends on size, complexity, background and number of animals. Framing and delivery are quoted separately unless agreed otherwise.

Start a commission

Send your preferred size and several clear reference photographs.

Commission enquiry