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THE "SKINNY" ON ORDERING A PET PORTRAIT

  • Contact me by email (Contact Form).
  • Email or snail mail me a suitable photo (see the  Pet Photography Tips page for details).
  • Pay 50% deposit to cover material costs and insure legitimacy.
  • I will give you an estimated completion date.  Turnaround time will depend on how many commissions I have.  Most of the year it is usually 2-3 weeks, but longer around holiday gift giving time.  If you would like a portrait finished for December, it is best to place your order by September.  Gift certificates are available as well, and are attractively printed on high quality stationery with a holiday motif.
  • I will email you previews of your portrait while I am painting it, and you can let me know if any changes need to be made.
  • Pay the remaining 50% plus postage, and I will send your painting to you fully wrapped and insured.  I will do everything possible to make sure your portrait arrives safely!         

MORE DETAILS
  • Email me using the Contact Form so we can discuss what you have in mind for a portrait.  You can also send me the photo you have in mind (or photos) and I can help you decide which will make the best portrait.  It is very important that I have a good quality photo to work from with as much detail as possible.  Please see my Pet Photography Tips page.  I also like to know the animal's name(s) and the things about their personality that make them special.  I like to think of them by name as I'm painting them!  I will let you know the estimated completion date at this time.  Custom pet portraits are hand-painted with intricate detail, so they take me many hours to complete but you'll see--your portrait will be well worth the wait!  Typical completion dates are 2-3weeks, but that varies as to how many commissions I have going.  I will let you know how long the wait will be when you place your order.
  • All I need to start your portrait is a 50% deposit either by check (made out to Kathleen Denniston) or online with PayPal.  You don't need to be registered with Paypal to send money.
  • I will email you photos of my progress from time to time so you can let me know if any changes need to be made.  A photo of your finished portrait will be sent for your final approval, and when you are satisfied the remaining 50% plus postage costs is due. 100% satisfaction is guaranteed! I will refund your money if you are not satisfied with your pet's portrait!
  • I will then package your painting very carefully and mail it out to you fully insured.
  • I will look forward to hearing about what you think of your finished portrait, so please let me know!