• Custom Portraits •
Each custom, original piece is wood-burned completely by hand by Brandy. To order, please select either Pet Portraits or People Portraits below and fill out the corresponding order form. Thank you!
***UPDATE: COMMISSIONS NOW CLOSED!***
(Fill out form below to be added to 2021 wait list.)
• Custom Pet Portraits •
The perfect personal gift! Realistic, detailed wood-burnings of your loved ones using your own photographs. See below for pricing and sizing information on Brandy's handmade pet portraits.
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*Be sure to check out Brandy's guide on what makes for a purrrfect picture!*
Pricing, Sizing and General Information
Each pet portrait is wood-burned completely by hand in Michigan, US! All Brandy needs is a picture of your pet! Pets of all kinds are welcome - furry, feathery, scaly - so do not be shy to request a portrait of your animal companion.
Shipping (USPS) is an additional fee and is dependent on size of order.
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A high resolution photograph is required and must be approved of at time of booking. (Please see picture guide below for advice on providing the best picture for a portrait.) All sizes are approximate, as tree slices will vary. Prices shown are subject to increase due to customization. Hand-painted color accents are included in the price of each size and are available on request. There is an up-charge for two or more subjects in a portrait (not available for Mini size) (please see chart).
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*NOTE: An invoice is sent through PayPal and must be paid in full before all work begins.*
See Portfolio page for examples of pet portraits and for more ideas!
Brandy's Process
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First, you submit your high resolution picture. Once all the details are sorted, an invoice is sent and Brandy gets to burning!
Next, Brandy lightly pencils out a line drawing of your pet on a tree slice. She then (slowly) wood-burns the portrait, fur by fur, completely by hand with a hand-held woodburner. (It sort of looks like a metal pen!) Lastly, if you requested any hand-painted color accents, Brandy adds details using acrylic paint. For example, she will add white highlights in the fur or color in the eyes, a bandanna, a collar, etc. Once the piece is complete, Brandy applies a water-based, spar urethane sealant to protect it for many years to come! |
• TO ORDER YOURS •
***UPDATE: COMMISSIONS NOW CLOSED!***
(Fill out form below to be added to 2021 wait list.)
Please fill out the form below or email Brandy directly with a high resolution picture of your pet, size choice and any other details to: markitwithabgallery@gmail.com
Purrrfect Picture Guide
A high resolution photograph is required and must be approved of at time of booking. Taking the right picture is the most important part in creating each pet portrait. This guide shows examples of what to do and what not to do. When sending your picture, Brandy will let you know if it will work just fine!
Purrrfect Picture
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What makes this a great picture?
• Picture is taken at the same level as the pet. It is best to have a straight on angle of the pet's face.
• Picture is taken with a digital camera with high resolution - most smart phone camera's work great.
• Picture has natural lighting to show the pet's true form and fur color(s). Take picture outside or during the day.
• Picture shows a great amount of detail in the face when zooming in. Test your picture by zooming in to see if it is detailed enough. If you are able to make out individual hairs, then it is good to go!
• Picture is taken at the same level as the pet. It is best to have a straight on angle of the pet's face.
• Picture is taken with a digital camera with high resolution - most smart phone camera's work great.
• Picture has natural lighting to show the pet's true form and fur color(s). Take picture outside or during the day.
• Picture shows a great amount of detail in the face when zooming in. Test your picture by zooming in to see if it is detailed enough. If you are able to make out individual hairs, then it is good to go!
NOT So Purrrfect Pictures
This picture makes sweet Lulu look demonic, right? Glowing/red eyes from artificial or flash lighting do not make for a good picture. Use natural lighting when photographing your pet!
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How can we see Lulu's face if the picture is taken from above her? It is best to have a straight on angle of your pet's face - this means kneeling down and maybe having a treat or some catnip!
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Lulu sure is cute when she cuddles with Daisy, but she is too far away. When zooming in there will be no details, as it will be too pixelated or blurry. Get as close to your pet as possible and snap a pic!
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• Custom People Portraits •
People portraits are new, so more information will be added over time.
• Wood-Burned Portrait •
Pricing, Sizing and General Information
Each portrait is wood-burned completely by hand in Michigan, US! All Brandy needs is a picture!
Shipping (USPS) is an additional fee and is dependent on size of order.
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A high resolution photograph is required and must be approved of at time of booking. All sizes are approximate, as tree slices will vary. Prices shown are subject to increase due to customization. Hand-painted white highlight accents are included in the price of each size. There is an up-charge for two or more subjects in a portrait (not available for Mini size) (please see chart). |
*NOTE: An invoice is sent through PayPal and must be paid in full before all work begins.*
See Portfolio page for examples of wood-burned only people portraits!
• Oil-Painted Portrait •
Pricing, Sizing and General Information
Each oil portrait is painted completely by hand in Michigan, US! All Brandy needs is a picture!
Shipping (USPS) is an additional fee and is dependent on size of order.
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A high resolution photograph is required and must be approved of at time of booking. All sizes are approximate, as tree slices will vary. Prices shown are subject to increase due to customization. Minor wood-burning accents are included in the price of each size and only available by request. There is an up-charge for two or more subjects in a portrait (not available for Mini size) (please see chart). |
*NOTE: An invoice is sent through PayPal and must be paid in full before all work begins.*
See Portfolio page for examples of oil-painted only people portraits!
