A high quality, (JPEG) preferably, nicely proportioned, front facing photo is best! And - yes - and iPhone/Android photo can be used. The front facade is important and a closeup of the front door can give me what I need.

No fee ~ I think adding an address, family name or special saying just adds more sentiment to the painting.

Client personalization suggestions:

(examples:)

123 Main Street
Our first home
Smith Family ~ Est. 2009
Home is where the heart is

We can chat about the best personalization....

Sure ~ I tell all my clients that I'm *not* a pet artist but I will do my best. I'll need a nice clear photo of your pet. (A few of my listings show your beloved furry friends...)

Sometimes life happens and we need things quicker than expected. I'm happy to offer "rush" orders only when my calendar permits. (The rush order only works if my upcoming weekend is free ~ so thank you for messaging me first).

*** Your "rush" order would be completed in 7 DAYS OR LESS and USPS Express Mail IS included in this rush fee **Contiguous US states only.

An 8x10" painting with "rush service" is $375. which *includes* - USPS Express Mail service. {{ One day service to large metro hubs - two day service to very rural areas}}. *You may seriously consider delivery to your work address*

Message me with any questions...

Possibly ~~~~ Occasionally I place my shop in "vacation mode" to catch up on my painting queue. As a small business owner, I handle the orders, messages, bookkeeping, painting (FUN) and shipping myself and in an effort to concentrate on your order, I will refrain from accepting additional orders to stay on schedule.

>>Pink Cottage Studio (Client Agreement)

All portraits are the property of Pink Cottage Studio are strickly for personal use only. Resale and/or commercial use is prohibited. If you are interested in a commercial use agreement, please send me a message. Thank you.

The October/November/December timeframe is very busy. I do keep my schedule updated with my current queue in my Announcement section.

I will not accept orders that I cannot complete in time. You can always upgrade to USPS Express Mail ~ for 1-2 day delivery...just inquire for this upgrade with your delivery address zip code.

As always, message me with any additional questions.

Here's a nugget of insight on choosing the best portrait size....

My most popular size is the 8 x 10" painting with the 11 x 14" mat.... it is the perfect size for clients to hang anywhere.

The 11 x 14" exquisite size ~ allows me to capture the most details. This painting comes in a raw edge state and can be custom matted and framed by you or your professional local framer. Paper size is 12 X 16" with a white border on the perimeter to allow proper matting.

My studio schedule ~ it varies every week... once a client orders, my schedule is updated and a spot is secured.

If you’d prefer ~ I can set up a deposit listing for you ~ with 50% payment now and 50% due one week before your sketch schedule. (A deposit order only works if my schedule is full for the next 3 weeks).

Many of my clients order early and send along their photos when they have them.

Message me anytime...