How To Begin Your Commissioned Pet Portraits
To begin your order, first email or call me your contact information, and an indication of what size painting you are interested in as well as any time restraints you may have. Please keep in mind that the process may take 2-3 months. You may also send a “few” of your favorite photos at that time. I will then contact you with a phone call so we can discuss the details. After we have discussed your portrait, you may send me a final selection of photographs via e-mail or U.S. mail. To move forward on the project I will need to receive a 50% deposit. Shortly after that, I will send an e-mail with an attachment of the rough sketch for your approval. After your approval I will begin the actual painting process.
*Note:
The better the photo you provide, the better the completed portrait will be. I find that people often take snapshots looking downward at their pets. This presents an un-natural looking angle, and sometimes causes an awkward foreshortening of the pet's body proportions. If you can, kneel down; get yourself on your pet's level, or as close to it as you can. It makes for a much more appealing perspective and ultimately results in a much better painted portrait.
Approval of Completed Portrait:
Upon completion of the portrait I will send a proof of the finished painting to you via e-mail. At that time, after receiving your final approval of the portrait, the balance and shipping charges are due.
Content:
The prices marked below are for one focal image if you would like more than one animal or a person in the painting the coast will reflect the additional time required. This will be agreed upon before we start the painting.
Turnaround:
The length of time to complete a portrait varies depending upon the background, size, and the basic creative process. I will always try to accommodate your requests for special completion dates, as portraits are often purchased as gifts. You will e-mail/mail me the photographs and send a 5o% deposit. I will e-mail you a rough sketch. Upon your approval of the sketch I will begin the portrait. I will e-mail you a proof of the finished portrait for your approval. Upon receipt of the balance, I will mail you the completed portrait and return any photos.
Shipping:
Shipping varies, as it is dependent upon the zone in which you live. I use UPS or US Priority mail. The package will be insured.
Satisfaction:
I stand behind the quality of my work. When the final proof of the portrait is e-mailed to you for your approval, I will happily make any needed adjustments before it is shipped.
Copyright:
Each portrait is very personal for both the client and the artist. As the artist, I will retain full reproduction copyright on each portrait. Contact Information: Please feel free to contact me by e-mail at maryzimmerman1@mac.com or by phone at (484) 318-9309
Prices: (Shipping not Included)
8 x 8 …….. $225
11 x 14 …….. $275
12 x 16 …….. $350