Pet Portraits

Custom Paintings of Pets by NZ artist, Sharon C Fergusson

'Paintings from the heart immortalizing your precious pets' 

Artist Sharon Fergusson has a gift for capturing the personality of the animals she paints...

Sharon particularly enjoys capturing animals on canvas. "I get very attached to the pet I'm painting, falling in love with each one more and more as I recreate him or her with paint and brush" she says. "When the portrait is complete and the owner has taken it away, I miss that fur-baby for a bit!"

"But it's a wonderful feeling to present a completed pet portrait to the owner and see how moved they are by it. Especially when the pet has passed away and is missed by their family every day. I'm so grateful for the ability to bring their beloved pet to life on canvas for them"

To paint pet portraits, Sharon uses photos for reference which can be emailed from anywhere in the world.

THE PROCESS;

1.    Choose your favorite photo(s) of your beloved pet. Your photos need to be clear with close detail, especially of your pet's eyes.
2.    Decide where you will hang your completed portrait. Remember to consider your light source for viewing whilst avoiding direct sunlight onto your artwork.
3.    Check your chosen position in regard to the size of your future painting. What size will fit well in the space?
4.    Email your photo(s) and requirements to Sharon using the CONTACT page of this web site.
5.    Sharon will then reply to your email to discuss and confirm your requirements after which she'll provide you with a quote. 

Note: A standard portrait includes the animals head and partial shoulder / chest. How much of the shoulder / chest is included depends on the pet, composition and canvas size / shape.

INFORMATION REGARDING SIZE AND PRICE;

Portraits on paper - from NZ$180 for an A4 size sketch/illustration in ink and/or paint, unframed.

Portraits on canvas - from NZ$150 for a 6" x 6" canvas, includes D-rings and string for hanging.

Portraits are quoted individually according to the assessment of time required to complete them. This assessment takes into account; desired size, subject, medium, and whether it's to be on paper or canvas.

PAYMENT INFORMATION;

Once all details are confirmed and quotes are accepted, a deposit of 50% of the finished work is required before painting begins. The final 50% plus any freight / shipping costs is required on completion of the work. Once the final funds are received by Sharon your completed portrait will be shipped to your supplied address.

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