1. E-mail me what you would like. What size are you thinking of? What medium do you want (pencil/charcoal, watercolor or oil)? Do you want more than one person or animal in the portrait? Any combination can be created.

If you aren't sure exactly what you want, that's ok. We can talk about options, and costs and what would work best for you. Each drawing and painting is an individual one-of-kind that is created just for you-so just imagine what you would love to have!

2. What's next?
I create most portraits from photographs. So, please send to me photos (at least three or four). I will return your photos. Please send copies, not originals. You can also email the images to me.

3. What kind of photos?
If the portrait is of a person, send a minimum photo size of 8 x 10 that clearly shows the person's face.

For a pet portrait, several good quality photos, including one or two close ups of your pet's face is needed. A photo that captures a playful moment is good; one that shows what he/she loves to do is really helpful. If your portrait will be in color, then send photos that accurately represent your pet's coloration.

For a portrait of your home, please send at least three or four different views of your home. One view should be of a long-shot where the entire house is shown. A couple of close-ups of details is good, especially if you have an older home with lots of architectural detail.

4. Deposit
To start your portrait, please place a deposit of 50%. You may place your deposit by credit card through Pay Pal, or send a personal check. I will give you an estimated date of completion. The balance is due when the portrait is complete. I will email you when your portrait is ready. The portrait will be shipped by UPS.

Summary
E-mail me and I will walk you through the commissioning process. It's easy.