Commissions are usually a set price of £550 for one subject.

This price includes:

Portrait painting/drawing

Half day photoshoot

Consultation

Digital copy of all photos taken and editing of your favourites.

 

Commission pieces are usually A3 – A2 in size (unframed*).

 

Bespoke pieces are individually priced. Life size portraits, especially of horses are popular with people who have the space to hang them! These usually cost an average of £1,500 – £3,000 depending on style and medium.

 

The photoshoots are usually great fun and a chance for me to get to know your animal better, and understand the relationship between you. At the end of the photoshoot we’ll sit down and choose together the image to be used for the final portrait, and your favourite images for editing. We will also discuss how you wish your portrait to be created, style and medium etc. This process results in my final portrait painting / drawing being a true capture of the personality and character of your animal.

 

The photo shoot will usually take place here at Yew Tree Farm (including Tarn Hows, Rose Castle etc), but it can also take place at a favourite walking spot like the beach or a local wood or fell**.

Although the final portrait may be of one animal, there’s nothing to stop other animal friends being in the photoshoot if you wish! Some people like to include their pet’s favourite toys, or their animal at work (ie dog agility, horse in hand or under saddle etc). Some shoots have included specific garden and architectural features. It’s up to you! 

 

You can use the photos to produce a printed album. It’s fairly easy and I’ll show you how. They make great presents for family members!***

 

 

 

For many reasons, it may not be possible or appropriate to do a photoshoot. You may live too far away (although I’ve travelled as far as Switzerland for commissions!), Or sadly your animal may no longer be with us. 

In these circumstances you will need to be able to provide good quality, digital images, which you have permission to use, and I will assess if they are suitable For the style I work in. This does not effect a change of price. A deposit is not required until we have decided on an image and you are ready to book your portrait.

Expect the photoshoot to be between 2 and 4hrs

The commission painting/drawing will usually be completed within 6 weeks of the photoshoot unless you require it sooner. You will receive the digital photos on a USB stick on the day, and edited versions by email within a couple of days of the shoot.

If I’m producing a photobook for you, you can expect it within 4 weeks of the photoshoot.

You can pay the deposit over the phone, or by direct transfer. 

The details for direct transfer are:

Jo McGrath

Lloyds Bank

Account No: 56010768

Sort Code: 77/26/04

 

Ring 015394 41433 or 077985 17392