The beautiful photograph evokes strong feelings.
The painting of a beloved pet adds timelessness to our bonds.
Images can be painted from scratch, or a painting can be created from clonepainting a favourite image.
As with traditional artwork, it is hand painted stroke by stroke on computer (no more waiting for paint to dry or inhaling of fumes). Then it is printed on archival fine art paper or artists premium canvas to preserve it for future generations. Certainly worth the investment for that special moment/pet in one's life. Your painting is a once-off exclusive and unique item as with any organic painting.
Whilst it is possible to paint from a poor quality image, a higher res image allows the artist to produce a larger painting for use in large wall art items, as well as render detail more accurately. If it is an image taken by a professional photographer other than myself, be sure you have the copyright/right to use it in this way.
Would you like a portrait style painting or would you like a scene? In the case of a scene, would you like your dog sitting in a field of flowers? Or your horse on the beach? This does affect the length of time in painting and eventual costs.
Contact me (button below) and let us discuss your image and requirements together with the final size/medium the painting is to be delivered to you on.
Upon receipt of your retainer, you are added to the queue.You will be notified once I start painting. Depending on my workload at the time, I will usually complete it within 2-4 weeks . After this it is sent to the professional lab for printing (and framing if requred).
Your painting will be delivered to your door by myself or a courier. You can also collect if you wish. You will be provided with a free watermarked webres version to share on Social Media.
Paintings start at R995 for an A5 framed print (Half Carat Package). Larger prints or canvas (highly recommended) options are also available. Typically my clients spend R1 850+ on a particular painting (one or more products and includes painting fee). Scenes, composites and multiple subjects command a higher price.