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STYLE OPTION 2: REALISTIC PORTRAIT

STYLE OPTION 2: REALISTIC PORTRAIT

from $180.00

PLEASE READ THROUGH ALL INFO BELOW BEFORE PLACING YOUR ORDER

ABOUT THIS STYLE:

- This style leans more realistic and true to your reference photos.

- This style works well for any type of portrait (full body, head shot, etc.), however, high quality reference photos are required for this style.

- Please note that while this style is more true to life, portraits will never be "photo realistic". I strive to be as accurate as possible, but the final product will still be an artistic interpretation.

SIZING AND MATERIALS

All illustrations are created with watercolor, ink, and colored pencil on watercolor paper.

For larger sizes, more pets, (or any other requests you may have that are not included in the dropdown menu) please contact me using my contact form in the website menu or via email at clairewardillustration@gmail.com

I do not offer sizes smaller than 9 x 12". 

TURNAROUND TIMES AND SHIPPING

All portraits have an 8 week turnaround. Rush orders may be accommodated for an additional fee depending on current capacity.

Orders ship USPS First Class (insured) for a flat rate of $10. Your artwork will be placed inside a plastic cellophane sleeve with a cardboard backer, wrapped in bubble wrap, and placed inside a cardboard literature mailer. 

PROCESS

1. Select the number of pets, background preference, and size for your illustration from the drop down menu. You can view explanations re. background options at the bottom of this page.

** For larger sizes or any other requests you may have that are not included in the dropdown menu, please contact me using my contact form in the website menu or via email at clairewardillustration@gmail.com**

2. After you place your order, I will reach out via email within 1-2 business days to collect the information I need from you to proceed, including reference photos and notes.

3. A pencil sketch will be sent via email for your approval approximately 3-4 weeks later. 1-2 rounds of revisions are included.

4. Once your art is completed, I will send a photo of the finished it via email, along with tracking information for the physical artwork once it is mailed.

FAQs:

  • Custom illustrations are intended for personal use only and are not to be used for commercial or business purposes. If you would like to commission artwork for commercial use, please contact me using my contact form at the top of this page OR email me directly at clairewardillustration@gmail.com.

  • Due to the custom nature of commissions, I do not offer refunds.

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Half Background examples

  • A single object or structure in the background against white space (large furniture, awnings, or other standalone decor)

  • Walls (solid colors or with very simple designs or details) or a wash of color

  • Scenery that has been simplified so that at least 50% of the composition is white space

  • Other examples may include simplified outlines or shapes that “suggest” a background (like a hint of trees, mountains in the distance, or skylines)

Full Background examples

  • Scenery that takes up most of, if not all of the background space in the composition

  • Buildings and architecture that are close enough to the foreground to show details like windows, doors, etc.

  • Backgrounds that include other people (wedding receptions, for example)

  • Complex foliage that fills the space (trees, flowers, etc.)