Pet Portraits
Honour Your Furry Friend.
There is no better way to celebrate your beloved pet, than with a hand-drawn ink portrait capturing their true personality.
I work predominantly with black ink, focusing on texture and shading to give shape and form to the portrait; giving life to your pet on the page.
The Portrait Process.
Planning
The key to a successful portrait is a clear high quality reference image (see tips for photographing your pet). I will use this image to plan out your portrait, paying particular attention to the main focal point, shaddows and highlights and the overall scale and composition.
Pencil
Once I have the plan I will do a light pencil sketch of your pet using the reference photo. This is a quick but crucial stage ensuring that everything is in proportion and the details, highlights and shaddows are where they should be.
Ink
This is my favourite stage of the process, making marks to pring your pet to life. I use a dip pen and black indian ink for my drawings. I love the versatile nature of the dip pen nibs allowing the weight or thickness of a line to be dictated by pressure. It is the perfect tool for building up layers of texture and shading giving a real depth to my drawings.
Dispatch
Once I am happy with the finished drawing it is mounted, packaged up, and posted out to you.
Pet Portrait Prices
Pet portraits are available in 3 standard sizes, detailed below. Custom sizes are available on request.
Small A6
(Mounted for frame size A5)
£60
(Maximum 1 pet)
Medium A5
(Mounted for frame size A4)
£90
(Maximum 1 pet)
Large A4
(Mounted for frame size A3)
£120
(Maximum 2 pets)
- All prices are for a single pet and a plain background. For detailed backgrounds and extra pets, additional charges apply.
- Custom sizes and framing options are available. Please ask at your initial enquiry.
- A 50% deposit is required to secure your booking. The final balance is due upon completion of your portrait prior to shipping.
- The above prices include Free UK delivery using Royal Mail Tracked 48 service. For custom orders and international delivery, additional shipping charges may apply.
The Booking Process
Submit an Enquiry Form
- Fill in your contact details, indicating your preferred method of contact.
- Choose your size.
- Include some information about your pet.
- Upload a reference photo. (how to get a great photo)
I’ll be in touch
- to confirm and discuss your portrait.
- to give you an accurate timescale for completion. (usually 1 week, depending on workload).
- I’ll send you a deposit payment link to complete your order.
Recieve your Portrait
- Once your portrait is finished, I will get in touch again to confirm the delivery address and take payment of the remaining balance.
- Your portrait will be dispatched for free, using Royal Mail Tracked 48 Service.
Ready to Book Your Portrait?
Complete the Enquiry Form below.
A Quick Guide to Photographing Your Pet.
Lighting
Natural light is best—shoot near a window or outside.
Avoid flash—it can cause red-eye or startle your pet.
Position—try to keep the main light source behind the camera.
Background
Keep it simple—a clutter-free or solid-colored background helps your pet stand out.
Use contrast—a dark pet against a light background (or vice versa) helps define them better.
Composition
Get down to their level—eye-level shots feel more intimate and engaging.
Fill the frame—especially for portraits, get close or zoom in to show expression and detail
Focus & Sharpness
Focus on the eyes—they’re the most expressive part and should be sharp.
Use a fast shutter speed—to freeze movement and avoid blur (1/250s or faster for action).
Pet Behaviour
Capture their personality—whether they’re playful, shy, or majestic.
Use treats or toys—to direct their gaze or reward stillness.
Extra Tips
Take lots of shots—pets are unpredictable, and quantity gives you choice.
Shoot candid moments—not every great shot is posed.
Have a helper if possible—to wrangle or get their attention while you shoot.