How to get your own pet portrait

1

Decide what size portrait you would like

  • Review the sizes and prices for your portrait here.  
  • Decide which size portrait you would like.

2

Choose a good photo of your pet

  • Find a photo of your pet that you thinks best depicts them and you would like an artistic representation painted from.
  • It is useful to share a few photos. This helps with ensuring a good artistic representation. 

3

Contact Cheryl by email to commission your pet portrait

  • Email, cheryl@cherylpetportraits.co.uk , with the subject 'Enquiry for pet portrait'
  • Attach a photo/s of your pet
  • Include the name of your pet and any details you think will be helpful
  • Confirm the size canvas you want for your portrait
  • Provide contact details for you: Your full name, your pet's name, mobile phone number, address
  • I will reply to your email enquiry to confirm details. I endeavour to respond to all email enquiries within 48 hours, to confirm details. 

4

Upfront payment, invoice and contract

  • To ensure commencement of your portrait, I kindly request an upfront payment. This advance will enable me to secure the necessary resources and allocate dedicated time, allowing me to deliver the completed portrait of your pet efficiently.
  • You will be sent an invoice including contractual details for the commission to your email.
  • Once payment has been received your portrait will be started.
  • A receipt will be emailed acknowledging receipt of payment.
  • Your pet portrait is an artistic representation made from a photo, and a personalised, customised product. As such a refund will only be given if the materials used are faulty or the artist is unable to complete the commission.
  • Please see my payment and refund policy here. 

5

 Completing your portrait

  • Your pet portrait will be commenced once payment is received.
  • I paint the portrait over several sittings.
  • Managing my time and other portrait commissions you can expect to receive your completed portrait within 4 - 6 weeks.  I endeavour to complete and post as soon as possible.

6

Packing and postage

  • Once completed you will be contacted to confirm that the portrait is being posted.
  • Your pet portrait will be packed in a recycled box using environmentally friendly and recycled materials. 
  • Packing and postage costs £4.95 sent by Royal Mail Tracked 48. 
  • If you have provided a mobile phone number this will be used so you get information about your delivery. 

6

Hang on the wall and enjoy!

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