“The bigger the better, right?”
Portrait Size Guide, Products & Pricing
There are many things to consider when deciding on the size of your portrait commission. Below are a few things to think about before placing an order. For any additional questions, please feel free to contact us.
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What size is your pet?
If you have a large breed dog (Great Dane, Bernese, Mastiff), then a 16 x 20, 20 x 20, or 18 x 24 would provide a life size portrait with extra detail. For small or medium breeds, you could choose a 12 x 12 or 11 x 14 portrait.
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Number of Subjects
How many pets will be in your portrait? More than one pet (especially large breeds) should have at minimum a 16 x 20 portrait. I also suggest horizontal, not vertical for more than one subject.
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Portrait Price
I offer a range of portrait sizes and materials to adequately suit any budget. Please see below for all the details.
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Wall Placement
It is important to know ahead of time where you will display your portrait. Will it be prominently displayed in your family/living room, or foyer on a large wall, or in a hallway, office, or bedroom. If you are gifting to someone, a 16 x 20 works for most any area.
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Portrait Frame
As you know, all portrait sizes are the unframed size. Frames can add anywhere from one to four inches to your portrait which should be considered when deciding on wall placement.
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Full Pet Portraits
Unless otherwise requested, I complete dog portraits with head and shoulders. The face and eyes are the most expressive part of the animal and should be the focal point. If you desire a full body portrait, I suggest at minimum a 16 x 20 (or 20 x 16) portrait.
Portrait Product Descriptions
Giclee Print
Perfect for those who love to pore over the details. Giclee Prints offer ultra-detailed image resolution and vibrant colors on 240 GSM weight with a deep matte finish. The Giclee printing process employs a revolutionary 7 dye-based inkjet system with modern FINE print head technology to achieve ultra-detailed color reproduction and enhanced image quality. Giclee prints are certified archival quality, maintaining their color and quality for up to 100 years in home display and 300 years in dark storage.
Gallery Canvas
For those who would prefer a canvas art print, you may select a museum-quality gallery canvas. With the Giclee printing process, archival ink is applied to a fine art canvas and wrapped around a 1.5” wooden stretcher frame. Canvas prints feature ultra-tight corners, smooth matte finish, and sharp color accuracy. The poly-cotton blend canvas is guaranteed to have a 100+ year display life, certified archival by the Fine Art Trade Guild and OBA free. With no optical brighteners or synthetic fibers, this is considered the highest quality canvas available in the printing industry. Depending on size, the canvas will include a saw-tooth or wire for hanging.
Acrylic Print
Modern style meets museum quality. Acrylic Prints bring a sophisticated look to your portrait and feature striking color reproduction, enhanced depth, and a translucent glow. The 1/4 inch acrylic print is easy to handle, shatter resistant, and manufactured for optimal ink adhesion. Certified 'Frame Grade', the highest available grade for quality and durability, acrylic prints ensure accurate color and brilliant depth on a glossy finish and include an attached French Cleat and level for easy display upon arrival.
All pricing is USD. Add $100.00 to below fees per additional subject.
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$360.00 (standard US shipping included)
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$375.00 (standard US shipping included)
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$475.00 (standard US shipping included)
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$475.00 (standard US shipping included)
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$500.00 (standard US shipping included)
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$500.00 (standard US shipping included)
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$470.00 (standard US shipping included)
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$570.00 (standard US shipping included)
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$700.00 (standard US shipping included)
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$785.00 (standard US shipping included)
Looking Owl Art partners with a print provider here in Missouri to offer the highest quality printing of your portraits.