HOW I WORK
- My aim is to capture the accurate features, proportions and overall likeness of your pet/animal.- I like to draw from one reference photo so that I can accurately capture the true likeness of the animal.- My preferred media is coloured pencils. This allows me to capture the intricate details. I use professional Faber Castell and Derwent pencils on 200gm (fine grain heavyweight) paper. I have worked with acrylic paints in the past as well. If I feel this will be the most suitable media to create a portrait of your pet I will let you know. 
WHAT I NEED TO GET STARTED
- All I need from you is a great photograph of your pet or the animal you would like me to draw. You can send in as many as possible and together we can decide which would be the best reference photo.- I am also able to make adjustments such as adding/removing a collar. - You can send it a headshot or full body photograph but most of my customers prefer a headshot portrait - the choice is yours. The best photographs to draw from are preferably as clear as possible. If there is lots of reflection and highlights in the eyes this will help me to make a fantastic and realistic portrait. I am able to enhance detail in the eyes if your photograph isn’t completely clear. If you haven't already, take a photo of your pet in natural sunlight and perhaps use a treat to encourage a nice pose whilst you get your shot.
SIZE GUIDE
-The dog on the different paper sizes show roughly how the drawing will be sized and positioned. An extra few inches of paper will be added around the chosen paper size/portrait to allow for trimming/mounting/framing. The portrait will cover as much of the chosen paper size as possible.