About this Product
100% hand-painted - no digital work involve
Watercolor painting of your pet on a wood ornament
Shape:
~ Square - 3.75" x 3.75" x 0.19" (thick)
~ Round - 3.75" (diameter) x 0.19" (thick)
Options to add some playful accessories (e.g. sunglasses/Santa hat) for a more whimsical look
Calligraphy name of your pet will appear on the back
Ready to hang or display
Each portrait will take me approximately 2 weeks to complete
GETTING STARTED:
Step 1: Order - Choose a shape for your ornament. Choose to add accessories (optional). I will start your pet portrait painting once I receive your order.
Step 2: Choose a photo - Send me 2-3 clear photos of your pet. Preferably just the head shot – front or side view (think about how you want your hand-painted pet portrait to look on the ornament).
Step 3: Reviewing - I will message/email you a virtual copy for your review to ensure you are happy with it.
Step 4: Shipping - Once I receive your approval, your hand-painted personalized pet portrait ornament will be shipped to your address.
If you have any questions, please message me by clicking the "Contact Maker" button.
Pet Portraits by Iris
Meet the Maker
I grew up in Malaysia & Singapore. I had always loved art as a child and often had my paintings hung on the display board at my school as exemplary art. The biggest motivation that led me to where I am today is when I received an award as the best artist during my final year in high school.
During my leisure time as I grew older, I would paint, and most of my paintings included replications of pictures. One day, a dear friend’s dog, Lola (a sweet, well-mannered and loyal companion), passed away. So, I decided to paint a portrait of her as a way to capture my fond memory of her. I immediately fell in love with the entire process of painting Lola, especially her eyes. I became obsessed with ensuring that her portrait would depict the unique and beloved soul she was.
After many compliments from customers and friends about my pet portrait paintings, I finally decided to pull the plug from years of working as a graphic artist and preschool teacher, to solely focus on painting pet portraits, as well as traveling.
When I paint, I’m engaged and engrossed in every detail of my work. What is most important to me is seeing the pleased faces of my customers along with fulfilling my own expectations of my work.
How it’s Made
Watercolor painting
Professional watercolor paint
Nice thick wood ornament
Final products are sealed and waxed for protection
Process: I study the reference photo of your pet, sketch the basic outline, gradually build up layers of color and contrast to depict the fur texture, carefully paint the face and key features like the eyes and nose, and finally sealing and waxing it
