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Pet Portrait Commission Prices - Painterly & Detailed Oils

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Customized Oil Portraits to Fit Your Vision

Every portrait is painted by hand in oil, from your photos, with a focus on character and emotion. You can choose between two styles:

Painterly Oils - expressive, wet-on-wet brushwork with visible strokes and a softer, more atmospheric look.
Detailed Signature Oils - highly refined realism with fine layering and close attention to every tiny feature.

Pricing is based mainly on canvas size and style. If you have specific dimensions or a special idea in mind, I can adapt the canvas within practical limits. I'll guide you personally from the first email to the final completed oil painting - helping you choose the right style, size, and composition before any paint touches the canvas.

Choosing Your Style: Painterly or Detailed?

Not sure which style is right for you? Here's a clear side-by-side comparison to make the choice easier.

Painterly oil pet portrait with expressive brushstrokes

Painterly Oils - expressive & more accessible

Visible brushstrokes, movement and atmosphere
A high-end original at a more accessible price
Artistic, slightly looser interpretation with strong character
Includes free worldwide shipping

Highly detailed realistic oil pet portrait

Detailed Signature Oils - premium & limited

Built up in multiple layers for maximum realism
Every whisker, highlight and texture rendered with care
Ideal for memorial portraits and “forever pieces”
Includes free worldwide shipping and very limited yearly slots

If you're unsure, simply send me your favourite photos and tell me a bit about your pet and your budget. I'll suggest a style and size that make sense for you and where the painting will hang.

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Painterly Oil Portraits - Expressive & Accessible

Painterly oils focus on feeling and atmosphere: wet-on-wet layers, visible brushstrokes and a more impressionistic look, while still capturing your pet's unique character and likeness. They're the perfect choice if you want a high-end, original oil painting but don't need the ultra-fine realism of my detailed work.

Painterly pricing (oils on canvas)

Prices depend only on canvas size. Multiple pets, background scenery and special requests are included in the price. Please note that the smallest sizes are not always suitable for multi-pet compositions.

12" x 10" (30 x 25 cm) 7 900 SEK

Ideal head-and-shoulders portrait for one pet.
16" x 12" (40 x 30 cm) Most popular 10 900 SEK

Popular choice for 1-2 pets or a slightly larger single portrait.
18" x 14" (45 x 35 cm) 12 900 SEK

More breathing room for expressive compositions or full body poses.
20" x 16" (50 x 40 cm) 14 900 SEK

Statement size for one or two pets with a strong presence on the wall.
24" x 18" (60 x 45 cm) 18 900 SEK

Large, atmospheric piece - ideal for multi-pet compositions or a hero portrait.

Other sizes (including square formats) are available, contact me for prices.

Painterly commissions include:

Personal consultation and size recommendation
Careful review of your reference photos and pose options
Detailed digital mock-up for your approval before painting begins
Regular email updates with photos so you can follow your portrait's progress.
Painterly wet-on-wet oil portrait on high-quality linen canvas
Free, insured worldwide shipping

Contact Me About a Painterly Portrait

Detailed Signature Oils - Meticulous Realism

My detailed signature oils are painted slowly in multiple layers, with very fine brushwork and careful attention to every hair, highlight and texture. These pieces are ideal if you're looking for a once-in-a-lifetime portrait - a focal point in your home or a deeply personal memorial. I accept a limited number of detailed commissions each year to maintain this level of focus and finish.

Detailed pricing (oils on canvas)

12" x 10" (30 x 25 cm) 11 900 SEK

Highly detailed head study, perfect for one pet.
16" x 12" (40 30 cm) Most popular 15 900 SEK

Popular size for one or two pets, with more room for fine detail.
18" x 14" (45 35 cm) 19 900 SEK

A generous format for nuanced expressions and realistic fur texture.
20" x 16" (50 x 40 cm) 23 900 SEK

Strong statement piece for 1-2 pets, ideal as a main feature on a wall.
24" x 18" (60 x 45 cm) 28 900 SEK

Large, showcase portrait for multiple pets or a single hero painting.

Other sizes (including square formats) are available, contact me for prices.

Detailed commissions include:

Personal consultation and size recommendation
Careful review of your reference photos and pose options
Detailed digital mock-up for your approval before painting begins
Regular email updates with photos so you can follow your portrait's progress.
Highly detailed oil portrait on professional-grade linen canvas
Free, insured worldwide shipping

Contact Me About a Detailed Portrait

How the Commission Process Works

The “best” size depends on a few factors:

How many pets you'd like to include
Whether you prefer a head-and-shoulders portrait or full body
Where the painting will hang and what feels comfortable budget-wise

Most clients start by choosing a style (Painterly or Detailed) and then selecting one of the sizes above as a starting point. From there, we refine the composition together.

Step 1 - Join the client list

To reserve a place in my schedule, you join my client list with a 2 000 SEK deposit.

Step 2 - Photos & planning

You send your favourite reference photos (or I help you choose). We discuss your ideas, preferred style, size and any special details you'd like included. I then create a digital mock-up so you can see the overall composition before I begin painting.

Step 3 - Painting & updates

Once everything is confirmed, I begin painting your portrait. Detailed commissions are built up in multiple layers, while painterly pieces are created more directly, wet-on-wet. You'll receive regular email updates with photos so you can follow your portrait's progress.

Step 4 - Approval & delivery

When the portrait is finished, you receive photos to approve. Minor adjustments can be made at this stage if needed. Once you're happy, the final balance is paid and your painting is prepared for shipping.

Partial Payments

2 000 SEK client list deposit
Up to 50% before painting starts (deposit included in this)
Remaining balance after you approve the finished portrait

You don't need to decide every detail on day one - we'll fine-tune the size and composition together after I've seen your photos.

Your Photos Matter

Enhancing Your Pet's Essence with High-Quality Photos

Your photos are crucial to the outcome.

Because I usually can't meet your pet in person, I rely entirely on your references '' large, sharp, well-lit images produce the best results.

Choose photos where your pet's eyes are clear and sharp
Avoid heavy filters or very dark/overexposed images
If possible, send several angles so I can get to know their personality

You can read more in my Photo Tips section, or contact me for a short photo consultation if you're not sure which images to use.

Are You Buying a Portrait as a Gift?

Yes - you can absolutely order a portrait as a gift, even if you don't have photos yet or are short on time for a special occasion.

I offer an exclusive Gift Voucher package:

You choose the amount you wish to gift
The physical or digital package is included
The recipient can contact me when they're ready and we plan the portrait together

This is a lovely option for birthdays, weddings, anniversaries or Christmas. If you'd like to order a voucher, please get in touch.

Shipping & Availability

If you have a specific deadline (birthday, anniversary, Christmas), please contact me as early as possible for current delivery dates.

Portraits are carefully packed and shipped with door-to-door delivery with FedEx. Once shipped, delivery is typically:

A few days within Europe
Around 3-7 days worldwide

Please note that shipping can take longer around Christmas and other busy seasons. For Christmas portraits or time-sensitive gifts, it's always best to book early - especially for detailed signature oils.

Need Help Deciding?

If you're unsure which style or size to choose, send me a few photos and tell me a bit about your pet and where the portrait will hang. I'm happy to suggest options that fit both your vision and your budget.

You can reach me via the contact form, by email, or through the quick chat buttons on this page.