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Commissioning an artist can feel like stepping into a whole new world. You want something unique, something that speaks to you, but where do you start? How do you make sure your vision comes to life without the stress? Well, I’ve been on both sides of the commission process, and I would like to to walk you through what to expect and what to ask for.

When you are invited round to dinner at your neighbours home you don’t expect to have to leave early !!! Having just finished a magnificent Spanish Tapas followed by an amazing Mexican Chilli. It was the last thing we expected that evening to have to visit our daughter in hospital.That phone call certainly brought a swift end to a very pleasant evening. We didn’t even have time to say thank you properly. So, after the crisis was over what could I do to show our appreciation?

Discover how to create a lifelike charcoal portrait of “Persil,” a blue-eyed cat, with this step-by-step tutorial!

Learn how to bring a cat’s gaze to life: a step-by-step pastel drawing tutorial showing how to build texture, light, and reflection

Is this a Norfolk Terrier a Norwich Terrier or a Border Terrier? Why is it important to know? Creating a dog portrait in mixed media.

Have you recently lost a beloved pet—a loyal dog, cat, or other faithful companion—who was more like family than just an animal?

A step by step story in images of the development of a charcoal and pastel portrait of a cocker spaniel