
SUBMITTING YOUR PET PHOTOS
Check below the portrait style you ordered to see what reference photos are required for me to get started on your masterpiece ;)
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I always love to learn more about the pets I paint as well and share their story on social, if you have the time please send me some info about the pet(s) in your reference photo email too!
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You can email your photos to custompetportraitsbyhelen@gmail.com

COLORFUL PET PORTRAIT
POSE
Do you want a full body portrait or only a headshot of your pet's face? Send me the picture of your choice of pose.
FUR COLOR
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Please send a few pics that accurately depicts your pet's fur color the best! A description is also helpful, especially if they have signature markings or spots
EYE COLOR
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Photos that capture your pet's eye color. Please let me know if they have any special markings in their eyes
The clearer the picture, the more detail I am able to add to the portrait.
ACCESSORIES
If your picture has any collars or harnesses/other accessories, let me know if you would like to keep them or remove them. I am happy to change the color of accessories for you too
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COLOR
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If you have a favorite color you would like me to incorporate into your art, let me know and I'll make sure to add it! If you like a specific color combination of a portrait you've seen of mine on social media, feel free to send me a screenshot so I can paint yours in similar colors too

DIGITAL WATERCOLOR PET PORTRAIT
POSE
Do you want a full body portrait or only a headshot of your pet's face? Send me the picture of your choice of pose.
FUR COLOR
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Please send a few pics that accurately depicts your pet's fur color the best! A description is also helpful, especially if they have signature markings or spots
EYE COLOR
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Photos that capture your pet's eye color. Please let me know if they have any special markings in their eyes
The clearer the picture, the more detail I am able to add to the portrait.
ACCESSORIES
If your picture has any collars or harnesses/other accessories, let me know if you would like to keep them or remove them. I am happy to change the color of accessories for you too

CLASSIC PET PORTRAIT
POSE
Do you want a full body portrait or only a headshot of your pet's face? Send me the picture of your choice of pose.
FUR COLOR
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Please send a few pics that accurately depicts your pet's fur color the best! A description is also helpful, especially if they have signature markings or spots
EYE COLOR
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Photos that capture your pet's eye color. Please let me know if they have any special markings in their eyes
The clearer the picture, the more detail I am able to add to the portrait.
ACCESSORIES
If your picture has any collars or harnesses/other accessories, let me know if you would like to keep them or remove them. I am happy to change the color of accessories for you too

BLACK AND WHITE DIGITAL PET PORTRAIT
POSE
Do you want a full body portrait or only a headshot of your pet's face? Send me the picture of your choice of pose.
ACCESSORIES
If your picture has any collars or harnesses/other accessories, let me know if you would like to keep them or remove them. I am happy to change the color of accessories for you too

WOOD ORNAMENT
POSE
Ornaments are headshots only - facing the camera works best but I can paint profiles as well
FUR COLOR
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Please send a few pics that accurately depicts your pet's fur color the best! A description is also helpful, especially if they have signature markings or spots
EYE COLOR
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Photos that capture your pet's eye color. Please let me know if they have any special markings in their eyes
The clearer the picture, the more detail I am able to add to the portrait.
ACCESSORIES
If your picture has any collars or harnesses/other accessories, let me know if you would like to keep them or remove them. I am happy to change the color of accessories for you too

CUSTOM FACE OUTLINE
POSE
All I need is one good photo that captures your pet the best! Preferably one where you love the ears the most, as they are usually the star of the show!
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PET PORTRAIT
PENCIL DRAWING
POSE
A good headshot photo of your pet, chest up
FUR COLOR
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Please send a few pics that accurately depicts your pet's fur color the best! A description is also helpful, especially if they have signature markings or spots
EYE COLOR
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Photos that capture your pet's eye color. Please let me know if they have any special markings in their eyes
The clearer the picture, the more detail I am able to add to the portrait.
ACCESSORIES
If your picture has any collars or harnesses/other accessories, let me know if you would like to keep them or remove them. I am happy to change the color of accessories for you too
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CUSTOM HOUSE & PET PORTRAIT
POSE
Do you want a full body portrait or only a headshot of your pet's face? Send me the picture of your choice of pose. Your pet and house photos can be separate - let me know where you would like the pet to sit in relation to the house & I will make a mockup for you to approve before I start.
FUR COLOR
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Please send a few pics that accurately depicts your pet's fur color the best! A description is also helpful, especially if they have signature markings or spots
EYE COLOR
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Photos that capture your pet's eye color. Please let me know if they have any special markings in their eyes
The clearer the picture, the more detail I am able to add to the portrait.
ACCESSORIES
If your picture has any collars or harnesses/other accessories, let me know if you would like to keep them or remove them. I am happy to change the color of accessories for you too