HOW IT WORKS
Custom Dog Portraits
in Watercolor
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- Complete (Order Now) Form indicating your interest in dog (or cat) portrait painting/s. Briefly describe the pet/s, portrait size/s, how many, whether it's a gift, and when you would (ideally) like to have it. NOTE: Each custom portrait takes between 6 - 20 hours (depending on size of portrait, darkness of pet's hair, and how much hair).
- Within 24 hours upon receiving your information, you receive a phone call from Amanda Pirot to discuss the portrait/s (and pertinent details). You pay 50% deposit (Non-Refundable) to ensure your space in the painting schedule. We accept Pay Pal, Venmo, Cash, Credit Cards (Visa / Mastercard / AMEX payments via SQUARE), and Cashier's Check. Upon receiving 50% Non-Refundable deposit, Amanda Pirot will begin the painting (1st come, 1st serve).
- You text or email 2-3 favorite photos of each pet's (and/or person's) 's face (and full body photos for medium and largest size paintings). The photos ideally should be taken head on and at eye level. It's important to be able to see eyes, nose, mouth and chest and hair coloring, in detail. NOTE: Best photo is one that captures essence of pet's personality, i.e. smiling, alert, cautious, observing
- You receive a phone call or text communication upon portrait/s completion. You pay 50% balance due.
- Before your portrait is shipped, you (may) specifically request to see a photo of the painting/s to assure you are satisfied. Minor corrections can be done, as needed. Keep in mind that watercolor is a medium where you can not delete paint, only add paint.
- Your portrait will be hand delivered (locally) whenever possible. If in the U.S. it will be shipped USPS wrapped safely and securely. International Shipping rates apply. NOTE: Currently accept commissions in N. America and Europe only.
Payments Accepted
Shipping Rates
Within Continental U.S. USPS Priority Mail - Shipping Rates vary between $15 - $50 depending on size and quantity. It includes insurance for the full value of paintings. Inquire.
Shipping International Rates Vary By Country. Inquire.
Within Continental U.S. USPS Priority Mail - Shipping Rates vary between $15 - $50 depending on size and quantity. It includes insurance for the full value of paintings. Inquire.
Shipping International Rates Vary By Country. Inquire.
HOW TO SELECT PHOTOS OF YOUR PET.
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Good Photos
Can see all facial features (and dog's coloring).
Photo is eye level and can see eye detail clearly.
Able to see different shades of black on black dog.
Shows breed personality (facial expression, i.e. a stare, scowl, or smile), face forward. It shows full body (critical for 12X16" and 20x30" size portraits).
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Bad Photos
Dog facing sideways.
Eyes not clear with black dog.
Above angle makes dogs' jaw appear distorted.
Fuzzy and too dark.
Yellow eyes due to poor light reflection.
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