Pet Portraits
The ears. The expression. The particular way they look at you.
Commission an illustrated portrait of an animal who matters to you. Adelya works from photographs and the details you know best, creating an image with room for both recognition and imagination.
Tell Adelya about your petSee Semyon’s story
A likeness does not
have to be literal.
Just them
A close portrait or a full-body illustration with attention on the animal. A simple background leaves room for their markings, posture and expression. Tell Adelya which details make your pet unmistakable to you.
Their own little world
A favorite chair, a toy, a familiar place or a playful setting can become part of the picture. The idea is built around the animal, rather than placing every pet into the same costume or template.
You, together
A shared scene can include a person or more than one animal. Describe the relationship, the setting and the available photographs so the composition can be assessed and quoted as a whole.
Meet Semyon.
Then meet his coffee cup.
The reference photograph provides the cat’s appearance; the illustration gives that appearance a new setting. A large cup, soft green background and lettering turn the portrait into a small invented world.
This is one route, not a template for every commission. Your pet’s portrait may be quiet and close to the reference, or it may make space for a story that feels right for them.
When choosing a direction, think about what you want to recognize first. It might be the shape of the face, the pattern of the coat, the oversized ears or a particular look. Those details are more useful than simply asking for a breed.
The small things
are often the important things.
A portrait can celebrate an animal who is part of everyday life, mark an occasion or remember a companion who has died. The tone can be joyful, gentle or understated; it does not need to follow a standard memorial design.
For a memorial piece, share the photographs you have and what you would like the image to hold. Older or imperfect references can be reviewed before any work is agreed. There is no need to invent details that the pictures do not show.
For a gift, mention the date and any privacy request before the project starts. Printing and delivery need to be included in the plan when a physical gift is required.
Shown alongside: an existing person-and-dog illustration, demonstrating a shared scene rather than a memorial commission.
Good references.
A clear direction. Your feedback.
1. Introduce the animal
Send clear photographs and describe the expression, markings and personality details that matter. Include the intended use, number of subjects and any occasion or deadline.
2. Shape the portrait
Agree the crop, background, level of detail and visual direction. A sketch review is the moment to check the composition before the final treatment develops.
3. Refine & deliver
Review the portrait at the agreed stages. After approval, the artwork is prepared in the sizes and formats specified in the order. Physical production and shipping are arranged separately when included.
Before you send the photos.
What photographs work best?
Images where the face, eyes and distinctive markings are visible are a good start. Several angles help explain the animal, but identify the pose or expression you prefer. Avoid relying only on a tiny screenshot or a heavily filtered photograph.
Can you include more than one pet?
Ask about the complete group at the beginning. The number of animals, available references and their arrangement affect the composition and price. A shared scene may work better than simply placing separate portraits next to each other.
Can I commission a memorial portrait?
Yes, you can discuss a memorial illustration using the references you have. Adelya will need to review the images and desired direction before confirming the project. Share any wording, important objects or privacy wishes you would like considered.
Is this a digital file or a painting sent by post?
The examples here are digital illustrations. The quote states exactly what is delivered. A physical pet painting, printing or a framed gift should be discussed separately, including medium, availability, destination and production time.
How much does a custom pet portrait cost?
The price depends on the subjects, crop, setting, level of detail and intended use. Send the references and the kind of portrait you have in mind for a project-specific quote; no one-size price can cover both a simple head portrait and a detailed group scene.
Can I use the image on products or for a business?
Describe that use before ordering. Personal display, commercial branding and selling products require different agreed permissions. The current terms explain the general licensing framework.
Put this direction into a useful brief.
Bring a relevant portfolio example and describe what you like about it: the handling of colour, the expression, the texture or the composition. Then describe your own subject and where the artwork will appear. The reference starts the discussion; the new work is developed for your particular purpose.
Build a short project brief · Ask about using an existing artworkWho belongs in
your next picture?
Send a photograph, a little about your pet and where the finished portrait will live.
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