Welcome to my Pencil Pet Portraits Gallery, where you can view a selection of my recent commissions of dogs, cats and horses, all hand-drawn in graphite pencil. Each portrait is created using your favourite photographs and carefully drawn to capture your pet’s unique personality and expression. I work with clients across the UK and worldwide, and every portrait is delivered beautifully packaged and ready to give to the recipient if its a gift. Scroll down to read more!
I work from clients' own photos of their pets, using one main photo for the pencil pet portrait. Photos are key, so try to send clear in-focus photos taken in natural light if possible.
Graphite pencil is my favourite medium, allows for great delicacy and softness in my portraits. It has been my go to medium throughout my career and I feel very fortunate to solely use it for my pet portraits.
The most important aspect of my pencil pet portraits is to capture a perfect likeness between the photo of your pet and my drawing. This is something I work very hard to achieve and you can read my testimonials to hear from all of my happy clients in how I have achieved this with their pencil pet portraits.
WhatsApp or email with any questions or if you would like a quote. I’m always happy to chat with no obligation to order. If you decide to go ahead, you can send photos and we can discuss exactly how you would like your portrait to appear.
I work closely with my clients, not only to guide them in taking photos, but once the drawing is complete, I will send you a number of photos of the drawing for you to check before it’s packed and sent, to make sure the likeness is spot. If you would like me to make amendments I am always happy to.
It can often take a number of conversations to sort out the right photograph to use for the basis of the pet portrait, however it is all part of the process and getting the right photos to use will be worth all the effort.
If you have a deadline that you would like to give the pencil portrait by, let me know as soon as possible to that I can make the special date. I’ll keep in regular contact with you, and you can email me at any time, so you know that your portrait will be completed in good time.
My pencil pet portraits are packed very carefully and the artwork is sandwiched between custom cut recyclable hardboard so that the drawing can’t be bent or creased in transit.
I do have a waiting list for my pencil drawings and my schedule varies a lot depending on the time of year.Message me to find out my current schedule.
My pencil pet portraits are packaged in double walled cardboard boxes especially designed for artwork to be transported in. Safe and secure until they arrive at their destination.
You can view a list of sizes on my prices page which will give you a guide to the cost of a pencil pet portrait. However I am able to work to bespoke sizes, if you have a specific place in mind in your home, just let me know the size and I can provide you a quote.
My pencil pet portraits are packaged in double walled cardboard boxes especially designed for artwork to be transported in. Safe and secure until they arrive at their destination.
To create an accurate likeness of a dog, cat or horse, using my creativity and skill, I work closely from one key photo. I work closely with my clients to choose the best photo for the main reference image, one that really captures your pets personality and character well.
Photographs are key for the basis of a good portrait, one of the most important parts of the process. The best way to take photos is outside getting close to your subject. Get down on their level taking as many photos as you possibly can. Don’t be afraid to take an abundance of photos!Message or email them to me at anytime. If you are interested in commissioning a pencil drawing, you are more than welcome to email me photos of your pet at anytime. I am very much looking forward to working with you soon!
