What does it cost to have a custom pet portrait created?  A 9 x 12 inch head study in colored pencil $200.00 for one pet.  I am now also offering a graphite head study for $100.00 for a more affordable option.  Ten percent (10%) of the proceeds of the order will be donated to an animal rescue group of your choice, or I will pick one for you and let you know what group your order has helped support. Please keep in mind that the price of commissioned portraits does not include special backgrounds, full body drawings or special requests.  If you wish for to me to add these items to your piece, please contact me for a quote. 

What size will the portrait be? Typically portraits are drawn on 9 x 12 inch heavyweight Bristol Vellum paper with an image size of about 8 x 10 inches, which works well with 11 x 14 inch mat and frame. 

How can I pay for the portrait? Return to the home page and click to place the order and make the payment with a credit card through Paypal, then send me an email after submitting the payment and give details of your order, including the rescue group you wish to support, any deadline you have in mind, the breed of the pet or any other details which would be helpful to bring the portrait to life.  OR, if you prefer to pay by check or money order, you will need to send the photo(s) to me along with a check made payable to PetSketches and include any information you feel would be helpful in capturing your friend.

What if I want to give a portrait as a gift, but I don't know what photos to use or can't get a hold of them without ruining the surprise?  If you would like to give a portrait as a gift, you may purchase a gift certificate. Printable gift certificates can be sent to your email account which will be redeemable upon payment.

What types of photos can you use to create a portrait?  The best photographs to work from are close-ups that show a good deal of detail, shot at eye level with your pet. The more photographs you are able to provide, the better the finished portrait will be.  You can send photos to: Petsketches, PO Box 1092, Carmel IN 46082, or you can email digital photos to me by clicking here.  If you have special instructions or a deadline in mind, please email or write me and let me know that when you provide the photos.  Original photos will be returned to you safe.  To ensure the best portrait, please provide photos where the head of your pet measures at least 2".

How long will it take to receive my portrait?  Time to complete varies depending on how many projects I am working on at the current time.  Most colored pencil portraits will take between 6 and 8 weeks to complete after photos are received.  Graphite portraits will take about 3 to 4 weeks.  Please advise me of any deadlines for specific holidays or events and I will let you know if that date for completion is possible.  If you require a faster turnaround, please contact me.

Tell me about the donation to rescue groups.  Ten percent of all portrait orders will be donated to a rescue group of your choosing, or if you would like, I will pick one for you.  Some suggested organizations:

Pasado's Safe Haven: http://www.pasadosafehaven.org
Cats Haven:  http://www.catshaven.org
Husky Rescue: http://www.huskyrescue.org
Greyhound Pets of America of Indiana: http://www.gpaindy.org

Can I use the image you create? Please be advised that I retain the rights to my artwork. While you will have the original piece to admire in your home, I may choose to duplicate the image either on the website or for future products.

Can I get the portrait on other gift items? Want to show the world you are proud of your pooch? How about t-shirts, sweatshirts, and other items with your commissioned portrait?  Or how about your pug's mug on your morning mug o' joe?  Let me know if you are interested and we can get up a store just for you through Cafe Press.  See some sample items here.