How to Order a Portrait

Every portrait begins with a photograph. Email a clear, well-lit photo of your pet to petart.irini@gmail.com, and Iryna will follow up about the painting.

Watercolor portrait of a golden setter in progress, with a brush beside the paper

How a portrait is made

  1. Send a photo. Choose a sharp image that shows your pet's face and expression. If you have more than one favorite, you are welcome to send a few.
  2. Sketch and approval. Iryna prepares a sketch for you to review before she begins the finished watercolor.
  3. The painting. The portrait is painted by hand in watercolor on 100% cotton paper, usually as a head-and-shoulders likeness on a soft wash of color.
  4. Delivery. The finished original is packed and sent to you. Shipping details are confirmed when you order.

Prices and sizes

Custom watercolor pet portraits start at $150 for a single subject. Additional pets can be included for an extra fee. The price depends on the size, the number of subjects, and the level of detail.

Sizes mentioned in Iryna's work include:

  • 7×7 inches
  • 8×10 inches
  • 8×12 inches

If you have a special request, you are welcome to ask. Unusual sizes and ideas are considered.

To start a commission, write to petart.irini@gmail.com.