Thursday, December 12, 2013

Commissioning Dog Portraits From Photos

By Leanne Goff


If you are like most pet owners you consider your pooches as more than an animal. They are your friends and playmates and many times the only companionship you may have. It is no wonder the business of creating dog portraits from photos has flourished.

There are many options to choose from when determining what type of picture you want. Many artists can supply several types of image reproduction and are willing to help you with your decision. They can suggest size and medium according to your budget. They are also capable of using nearly any photograph even if it is old or damaged. They are able to offer services that will repair damage to older pictures for a small fee.

The paintings are one of three types. They can be created in oils, acrylics or water color. All of these methods highly sought after by consumers. Oils and acrylics are similar in appearance with acrylic colors appearing more brilliant to the eye. Water colors on the other hand are more subtle with muted colors and less precise detail.

Pastels and charcoals are another means of having a permanent reminder of the pet you love. Both are softer in look than other mediums and they are usually smaller in size than paintings. Many people see pastels as colored charcoal but the pastels have an oil base that allows them to adhere to the canvas better. Charcoals are better known for their shading and smudging techniques. Both offer greater depth of tone variance to a picture than some paints can give.

For a smaller more detailed image ink or pencil drawings may appeal to you. These in-depth images offer a more intimate study of your pet. The scenery or background is brought out in detail or the subject can be cameoed as the center of attention. These creations will need to be treated to prevent fading caused by exposure to light and air.

You are also able to have a favorite snapshot enlarged to whatever size you desire. Photo shopping can adjust the background, create a collage or place more than one pet on the same canvas. You are able to choose between glossy or textured finishes when dealing with photographs.

All of these mediums offer opportunity to change backgrounds and many times add items to the picture. In a photo there are options that cannot be created in paintings or drawings. The fade to grey option allows backgrounds to become barely visible while highlighting the main subject. In paintings you can start with a blank canvas and have the artist insert anything you choose to have surrounding your pet.

It is important that you view some of the work created by which ever artist you select. You should also make certain their work comes with some type of guarantee of satisfaction. There are many artists and many venues to consider when choosing who will do your dog portraits from photos. Many artists offer most or all of the mediums available. You can afford to be selective when making your final decision.




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