Commission a Portrait

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A portrait is far more than a likeness. It's a celebration of the character, spirit and quiet moments that make your horse or dog so special.

Each portrait is individually hand drawn using professional PanPastels on archival-quality primed card. Rather than working to fixed sizes, every composition is carefully designed around your chosen photographs, allowing me to create artwork that feels balanced, natural and beautifully suited to your companion.

Whether you're celebrating a lifelong friend, remembering a much-loved companion, or marking a special achievement, every portrait is created with patience, care and attention to detail.

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Portrait Collections

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Head Study - From £250

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A beautifully intimate portrait focusing on the head and expression of your horse or dog.

Ideal for celebrating the personality and character of a single subject, the Head Study captures those unmistakable features that make your companion uniquely yours.

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Approximate size: 8 × 10 inches

Perfect for:

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• Dogs and cats

• Horse head portraits

• Memorial portraits

• Gifts

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Signature Portrait -From £395

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My most popular commission.

The Signature Portrait allows for greater detail and a more expansive composition, often including the neck, shoulders or chest to create an elegant and timeless piece of artwork.

Each portrait is individually composed, with paper sizes typically ranging between 10 × 12 inches and 12 × 16 inches, depending on the photograph and composition.

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Perfect for:

• One horse  or dog 

• Show horses

• Working dogs

• Special commemorative portraits

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Bespoke Portrait - From £575

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For those looking for something truly special.

Bespoke Portraits are individually designed for larger compositions, multiple animals, full horse studies or more detailed commissions.

Each piece is planned specifically around your photographs and requirements, creating a statement artwork that will become a treasured family heirloom.

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Suitable for:

• Multiple dogs

• Horse and rider

• Full horse portraits

• Larger statement pieces

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Please contact me for a personalised quotation.

Every Portrait is Individually Designed

No two animals are the same, so no two portraits should be either.

Rather than working to rigid paper sizes, I carefully select the dimensions that best complement your chosen photograph. Sometimes this may be a traditional size, while other portraits may require a taller or wider format to achieve the strongest composition.

This ensures every commission is created as an individual work of art rather than fitted into a standard template.

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The Commission Process

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1. Choose Your Photographs

Send me several clear photographs and I'll happily help you select the image that will make the strongest portrait. (please note I will need written permission from the photographer)

2. Reserve Your Commission

Once we've agreed the composition and quotation, a booking deposit secures your place in my commission schedule.

3. Creating Your Portrait

Your portrait is carefully created by hand using professional PanPastels. I'll keep you updated throughout the process so you can watch your artwork develop.

4. Your Finished Artwork

Your completed portrait is carefully packaged and sent ready for you to frame and enjoy for years to come.

A Personal Work of Art

Every portrait I create is intended to be more than a faithful likeness.

My painterly style combines careful observation with expressive colour, light and texture to capture not only the appearance of your horse or dog, but the warmth, character and individuality that make them so deeply loved.

It is my hope that each portrait becomes a treasured reminder of the unique bond you share.