Details
Before I can begin your hand-drawn portrait, there are a few things you must decide on…
Please review my price list.
Once you have a size in mind, you will need to gather a few high-quality photos of your pet(s). Keep scrolling to find out the best way to take a reference photo!
Email me with your name, your pet’s name, the size portrait you would like, and if there is a specific date you need the portrait completed.
After I have approved your reference photo, you will make a 50% down payment to secure your booking.
I will reach out to you the moment I begin drawing your portrait, to let you know it is now in-progress You’ll be able to view any work-in-progress images and videos by following along at @jordanbertok.art on Instagram (or emailed upon request).
Once your portrait is completed, I will send you a final picture of the artwork and wait for your approval. As long as you are satisfied, I will invoice you for the other 50% of the payment, then ship your portrait directly to you!
Please keep scrolling for important advice regarding reference photos!
Reference Photos!
The more detail I can see in your photos, the more realistic your portrait will look! Make sure any photos you send me are of a high resolution and in clear focus. Please be sure the eyes and direction of fur can be clearly seen, as well as any other facial features. Choose photos that are taken within a reasonably-close distance to your pet while they are sitting still, not in motion . This will help to ensure your photo captures plenty of detail.
I cannot make up details I cannot see, so I need the best image possible! If everything looks fuzzy when you zoom in on your image, then the photo will be difficult for me to work from. If possible, I recommend posing your pet for their portrait, following the guidelines below.
Examples of Bad Reference Photos
Here, you will see several photographs of my dog, Millie, that would be problematic for me to draw. This is because the photo was taken in poor lighting, had low resolution, and/or Millie is pictured too far away, too close, or in motion.
Bad lighting / low resolution
Too far away to see details
In motion, with low resolution
Too close to the camera
Examples of Good Reference Photos
Below are some examples of good reference photos. Each image of Millie utilizes natural light, and clearly shows the direction of her fur. You will also notice a significant amount of detail in her eyes, ears, mouth and nose, which is necessary if I am to use any of them as a reference photo.
Fur direction can be seen clearly
Captures details in the eyes, ears, mouth and nose
Utilizes natural light from a large window
Please email all reference photos to jordanbertok.art@gmail, along with your name, your pet’s name, the size portrait you would like, and if there is a specific date you need the portrait completed. I am happy to also answer any questions you may have!