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All pet portraits are hand drawn by local Aussie artist (and staffy mum) Nic Smyth. They make the perfect artistic compliment to your beloved fur baby, or keepsake to treasure the memory of pets who have passed. Nic uses photographs as reference material to create each illustration and capture the fine details that make your pet truly unique. Each portrait takes around 8-12 hours to complete, in that time Nic gets to know your pet's intricacies so a hint of their personality shines through.
1. To order simply choose one of the options below and click 'Order Now'.
2. After your order has been placed, please email a copy of your pet photos to: info@illustrationgarden.com
3. The artist will confirm via return email if your images are suitable and advise of timeframes.
4. You'll be emailed a proof before we add the final touches to make sure you're happy with your portrait.
Most portraits are completed within 3 months after clearing payment. Additional shipping time of 7-10 business days applies for posted items. Cancelations sometimes occur, so please contact the artist for a more accurate completion estimate, or if your portrait is urgent.
The best photo's are sharp and clear with the animals head clearly visible (not obscured by limbs or other items). 2 or 3 images are preferred. In the rare event your photo is too small or blurry, your portrait request may be rejected and you'll be issued a refund. (If in doubt, please email to check before ordering).
Please also include a few notes about your pets name, gender and personality traits - Are they Cheeky? Sweet? Silly? (this helps to add character to each drawing).
All pet portraits come with a satisfaction promise. The artist spends hours lovingly drawing each piece, rest assured nothing leaves her studio until she'd be happy to call it her own.
The best photos are sharp and clear with the animals face clearly visible (not obscured by limbs or other items). 2 or 3 images are preferred for the artist to choose from. In the very rare event your photo is too small or blurry, your portrait request may be rejected and you'll be issued a full refund. If you're not sure if your photos are clear enough to use, please send the artist an email prior to ordering.
Each portrait is different, most take between 8 - 14 hours all up.
It's important to use archival quality materials with strong pigments to help prevent colour loss over time.
Coloured Pencils: I recommend faber castell polychromos or derwent lightfast
Pastel Pencils: My favourites are Caran d'ache
For a watercolour base layer I suggest trying derwent inktense pencils or holbein watercolor paints
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