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Procedure
for Commissioning a Portrait of Your Pet:
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First, carefully examine Rachelle's past work.
The
artist prefers to meet her clients unless impossible due to distance,
in which case she suggests you review her web site, which contains many
examples of her past and current work.
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Common
choices are;
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Classic 18th century natural animal portrait, head/body pose. |
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Anthropomorphic portrait wearing historic costume |
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Anthropomorphic portrait wearing contemporary fashion. |
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2. Determine the size painting of you painting. Size can accommodate
antique frames. |
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Choose a background, either a solid color, landscape, or a domestic interior.
It is also possible to further personalize your painting by including specific
details of your house, or other possessions. |
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Next contact Rachelle directly by telephone, or e-mail to begin discussing
your painting. Remember to include return contact information
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5.
Photograph your pet. Although Rachelle prefers to photograph animals herself,
she will send you photograph instructions when personal meetings are not
possible. Her web site also offers helpful hints on
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Send photographs directly to Rachelle, and be sure to include a return address
and telephone number. |
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After receiving and reviewing the photos, Rachelle will discuss the painting
process, give suggestions, and estimate the cost of the painting. Cost is
determined by the painting size, type of animal, complexity of background
and costume, and number of subjects. |
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Painting will commence upon receipt of a 40% deposit of the painting's final
cost, payable by cash or check. After receiving a deposit, the client will
be faxed a contract/receipt stating all the details and terms of the painting.
References are available from past clients if requested. |
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Completion time depends on Rachelle's current job schedule, however, typically
one can calculate a minimum of 15-20 days of actual painting, then, an additional
ten days of drying time. Please note that since these paintings are oil,
they often require additional final drying time. |
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Please inform Rachelle well in advance if the painting is a gift required
for a specific date, i.e.: a wedding, birthday, Christmas, graduation, anniversary,
etc. |
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Before mailing the finished painting, the artist will send a photograph
of the work for your approval. Although an instance has not happened to
date, if someone is honestly not satisfied with his or her painting, Rachelle
will either propose a second rendition or refund your deposit minus a fee
for materials. |
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12.
The finished painting will either be delivered in person by Rachelle,
or sent C.O.D. payable by cash or check for the remaining 60% plus the
shipping costs.
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