Original Pet Portrait Commissions by Marc
Portraits That Capture Their Heart & Soul, For You or Your Fellow Pet Lover
Pet Portrait Commissions and Gift Certificates: Celebrate the bond you or your special pet lover share with an original charcoal portrait, a timeless tribute to their personality, spirit, and charm. Each piece is lovingly drawn freehand by Kansas artist Marc, who captures the soulful glances and unique features that make your furry friend unforgettable.
To help you get started, the Pet Portrait Commissions & Gift Certificates Quick Start Guide below outlines each step, from choosing your favorite photo to receiving your original charcoal artwork.
Curious how a photo becomes a work of art? Once you click the blue button below the slideshow, you can explore some of his recent commissions. If a special pet catches your eye, prints of Marc’s original portraits are available in our Shop.
Let’s Get Started on Your Pet Portrait Commission!
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Quick Start Guide Details
Pet lovers, this one’s for you! To make things easy, the Pet Portrait Commissions & Gift Certificates Quick Start Guide above walks you through each step, from choosing your favorite photo to receiving your original charcoal artwork. Let’s take a closer look:
Step 1: You’ve landed on our website, now let’s bring your pet’s portrait to life!
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- Use our Contact Us page and send us a message
- email: Art@encoreartsllc.com
- Call/text: 316-844-0225
- Start by exploring the information on this page to understand the entire process.
- Don’t worry about information overload. When you’re ready purchase your gift certificate, just add it to your cart and checkout!
- Scroll down to Step 4 for detailed information.
- To redeem your gift certificate, simply follow Steps 2 through 4 on this page.
- No payment is needed, your thoughtful friend already covered that part! You can relax and focus on celebrating your pet.
- As the Client (Recipient), it is the your responsibility to review and complete the Steps in a timely manner.
- Questions? We’re here to help! You can find our contact information above, see “Have a question?“
- Ready to get started? Proceed to Step 2.
Step 2: Choose the Photos That Tell Their Story and Send Them to Us
What’s the trickiest part of commissioning your pet’s portrait? Choosing just three favorite photos from the thousands on your phone! Start by selecting the images that truly tell their story, the ones that capture their spirit, quirks, and charm.
To help you choose, the Kansas artist Marc offers a few tips:
- See What Works: Browse through the examples of submitted photos alongside the finished portraits they inspired. It’s a great way to see what kinds of images translate beautifully into art.
- Watch the Process: Take a peek behind the scenes by watching Marc’s drawing videos on YouTube. Watching him draw can help you imagine how your photo will be transformed into a heartfelt keepsake.
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Marc relies on your photos to bring out the soul and personality of your pet. Here are his top tips to help you choose your best pics:
- Keep faces unobstructed
- Avoid pictures where hands, toys, or other objects block your pet’s face. Clear views help Marc capture their unique expression.
- Mind the lighting
- Too little light makes your pet hard to see. Too much light can wash out important details. The sharper the photo, the more detailed the drawing!
- Try placing the light source to one side of your pet to gently illuminate their face.
- Too little light makes your pet hard to see. Too much light can wash out important details. The sharper the photo, the more detailed the drawing!
- Try outdoor lighting
- Sunny days are great for photo taking. Position the light to one side of your pet to gently illuminate their adorable face.
- Use window light wisely
- Daylight from a window is helpful. Try to avoid direct sunlight, it washes out those important details.
- Skip the blur
- Blurry photos are a no-go. You know what your pet looks like, Marc depends on sharp, clear images to create a portrait full of detail and heart.
Can’t decide? We’re happy to help. After you’ve narrowed your photo choices down to two or three, scroll to the the next section to learn how to send them our way.
Photo Upload Details
You may submit up to three (3) digital photos in .jpg, .jpeg, or .png format. All images must be free of copyright or property rights held by third parties.
- Preferred Method: Click the big blue button below labeled The Form: to upload your photos. Each file must be 3 MB or smaller.
- Larger Files? No problem. You can email photos over 3 MB to Art@EncoreArtsLLC.com
- Please send them from the same email address you’ll enter in The Form’s Client Information section.
- Note: File size limits vary, depending upon your email provider.
- Larger Files? No problem. You can email photos over 3 MB to Art@EncoreArtsLLC.com
Once your Photos and The Form are received by Encore Arts, LLC, you’re ready for Step 3.
Step 3: Follow-up Discussion
Encore Arts, LLC will review them carefully.
- First, we all know how much clear communication matters. Please double-check your information before clicking The Form’s Submit button.
- After you submit The Form, we’ll reach out using the contact details you provided.
- To ensure the best result, the artist may ask for more photos, maybe with better lighting or even from different angles. This helps your portrait to include the soulful details you love about your fur-baby.
- A tentative completion date for your pet’s original portrait.
Step 4: Order, Payment and Cancellation Information
- How to Purchase a Pet Portrait Commission
- Click the image labeled “Original Drawings” under Quick Links below to view current pricing and add your commission to your Cart.
- Payment Options
- Retainer
- The first half of the two-part payment is due after Step 3 and before Marc’s work begins. This payment is non-refundable.
- Final Payment
- The second half is also non-refundable and is due once your pet’s portrait is complete.
- Encore Arts, LLC will contact you when your pet portrait commission is ready. Delivery is typically via USPS.
- Full Payment Option
- You may also choose to pay in full after Step 3, prior to work commencing. This payment is non-refundable.
- Retainer
- Pet Portrait Commissions Cancellation Policy
- If you cancel your Pet Portrait Commissions before completion, or choose not to purchase the finished drawing, please contact Encore Arts, LLC as soon as possible.
- Let’s get started! Don’t worry about information overload, purchasing a gift certificate is simple:
- To view current pricing and add the gift certificate to your Cart:
- Option 1: Look for Quick Links below and select Gift Certificates.
- Option 2: From the website’s top Menu, choose Shop Online and Pets. Next, from the left sidebar, choose Gift Certificates.
- To view current pricing and add the gift certificate to your Cart:
- Where should we send the gift certificate?
- After clicking the add to Cart button, you’ll see a blue button: On the Checkout page under Billing details, enter:
- Your email address to forward or print the certificate yourself OR
- Recipient’s email address and we’ll deliver the certificate directly to your special pet lover.
- After clicking the add to Cart button, you’ll see a blue button: On the Checkout page under Billing details, enter:
- Does the Gift Certificate have an expiration date?
- Yes, the Certificate expires one year after the purchase date.
- Pet Portrait Gift Certificate Cancellation Policy
- If the Recipient does not wish to have an original drawing of their pet, Contact Us before Step 3 to make arrangements.
- The gift certificate may be used toward other items in our shop. To help us match your records, please provide:
- The Order Number and
- Purchaser’s Name, (as listed on the emailed Gift Certificate Order)
- Note: Shipping costs may be deducted from the amount of the Gift Certificate.
- If the Recipient does not wish to have an original drawing of their pet, Contact Us before Step 3 to make arrangements.
- To redeem your gift certificate, simply follow Steps 1 through 4 on this page. No payment is needed, your thoughtful friend already covered that part! You can relax and focus on celebrating your pet. We’re here to help if you have questions along the way.
- A few details to keep in mind:
- The certificate is non-refundable and expires one year after the purchase date.
- If you choose not to commission an original drawing of your pet:
- Please contact Encore Arts, LLC before the expiration date AND
- Before Step 3, make arrangements to use your gift certificate toward other items in our shop.
- To help us match your records, please provide:
- The Order Number
- The Purchaser’s Name (as listed on the emailed Gift Certificate Order) Note: Shipping costs may be deducted from the gift certificate amount.
- To help us match your records, please provide:
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Your Pet Portrait Commission Begins
From choosing the perfect photo to receiving your custom artwork, every step of the Pet Portrait Commission process is designed to celebrate your pet’s unique spirit. Whether you’re gifting a certificate or commissioning a pet portrait for yourself, Encore Arts, LLC is honored to help turn your love into lasting art.
Ready to begin? Head back up to Step 2 and let the celebration of your pet take shape!
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Need to know more?
- email Art@EncoreArtsLLC.com or
- Call/text us at 316-844-0225 or
- Use our Contact Us form
- We do our best to respond to all inquiries by the end of the next business day
Pet Portrait Commissions
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