Commissions

I create original portraits of your furry companions from your own photographs. My portraiture style is vivid and realistic, and I strive to capture your pet's unique character - that is after all why we love them so much!

I live in the beautiful county of Devon, UK, but I do regularly ship my work to clients worldwide, so wherever you live, please feel free to enquire about a commission.

My process

I like to take my time and spend many hours crafting each piece, striving to capture, not just your pet’s true likeness, but its personality too.

I only use premium quality, professional art materials so you can rest assured your portrait will look as good years from now as the day it was completed.

”The likeness is uncanny!
Gellee captured Rusty's expression and adventurous spirit perfectly, and his eyes are so alive. I absolutely love it!”

- Sally Boyle

Choose from three styles

Tonal Pencil on Art Paper

Monochromatic study in graphite, charcoal and pencil on a choice of toned, or white art paper.

A very elegant classical look that fits seamlessly into any décor style.

Acrylic on Canvas

Heavy body artist acrylic paint on canvas board, or stretched canvas.

A classical medium, similar to oils, works very well in larger formats and has a bold presence and incredible durability.

Coloured Pencil on Art Paper

Professional quality coloured pencil on heavyweight bright white art paper.

Great for fine detail, this style has a lighter more modern feel and is best suited to pieces smaller than A3.

Pricing

These prices are a guide, and may be subject to change once your specific requirements, and the complexity of your commission are understood.

Pencil on Art Card

A traditional head/bust study with a white background. An appropriate amount of space will be left around the edges to allow for mounting/framing.

A4 or 8 x 12″ - £250
A3 or 12 x 16″ - £450

Acrylic Paint on Canvas Board

A traditional head/bust study with a simplified original background focussing the viewers attention on the subject.

8 x 10″ - £ 350
10 x 12″ - £ 550
12 x 16″ - £ 750
14 x 18″ - £ 1,150
16 x 20″ - £ 1,400

I also offer full body portraits, as well as more than one pet. To discuss your specific requirements, or for alternative sizes please contact me for a quote.

Deposit

A 25% deposit is payable in advance, and will secure your position on my waiting list. This deposit is non-refundable once I have started the drawing.

Postage & Packaging

I ship all my pieces fully insured using tracked and signed for delivery options wherever available. There is no charge for delivery to the UK and EU. Delivery to the USA costs £50. For all other other destinations shipping costs will be provided upon request.

Materials

All my pieces are created using professional, archive quality artist materials for the finest results, ensuring the longevity of your commissioned piece. Finished pieces are provided unmounted and unframed.

Waiting List

I often have a waiting list, so please contact me well in advance of the date by which you’d like to receive your finished piece. If you are working towards a specific date let me know at the time of your initial enquiry. I will always do my best to accommodate your deadlines, but may regrettably decline when I feel the time available will be insufficient.

Photography

The better the quality of the reference photo you can provide the better the finished portrait will be. To help me achieve the best possible detail and likeness of your pet, please provide multiple photos.

Things to consider when choosing a photo

Detail: The more detail contained in the photo the better. This is often related to the resolution of the photo, and is particularly true of key features such as your pet's eyes and nose.
Focus: The sharper the focus of the provided picture the better I can recreate your pet's likeness.
Lighting: Photographs taken in natural light work best, but a well lit interior shot may also work in some instances.
Distance: Be aware that pictures taken close up can lead to your pet's features appearing distorted.
Eye Level: Generally the best photos are taken at eye level with your pet.

If you need further advice on choosing the best photo for your portrait then don’t hesitate to contact me.

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