A LITTLE BIT ABOUT ME:
I have loved to draw since I was a little girl. I remember watching my artist brother, Don, draw and learning from him through my childhood years. Though I never went to art school, I have dabbled over the past four decades here and there. It was only last year that I joined an art group on facebook and that has been the 'shot in the arm' I needed to finally get serious and draw as much as possible!
So last summer, I drew some dogs and found out how much it means to other dog lovers so I started my "Doggy Doodles" business. I have many satisfied clients and would love to have you be among them. I do draw cats, too and most any creature that is cute and furry. Snakes? Hm...probably not! ;)
Below is a sampling of my work. I love the "little things" in life, so my art isn't done on a grand scale. The Scotties are my first commission and Frank and Rita, of Sioux City, IA. have told me how pleased they are. I have also been privileged to draw 6 memorial portraits of beloved dogs whose memories are fondly held in their owners' hearts. That has been the most rewarding part of this for me, too.
I hope you will consider commissioning me to draw your cherished, furry and beloved companion for a birthday, anniversary, graduation or any gift idea.
PRICES:
5 x 7 - PENCIL ONLY - $30.00
Pastel - $35.00
Watercolor - $45.00
8 x 10 - PENCIL ONLY - $40.00
Pastel - $45.00
Watercolor - $55.00
11 x 14 - PENCIL ONLY - 60.00
Pastel - $65.00
Watercolor - $75.00
Depending on the breed of the dog, the cost could be higher. For example, a Boxer, a Harlequin Great Dane, or a brindle Bulldog with many wrinkles, stripes and or many spots, as opposed to a typical furry-faced dog, does take considerably longer to draw, therefore it might cost more than the above prices. To date, no portrait I've drawn has exceeded $80.00 and that was a Boxer.
One portrait with 2 or more dogs, cats, or other animal, an additional $25.00 will be added to the above prices.
SHIPPING COSTS:
$5.00 shipping for 5 x 7
Unless you request a tracking # (see Shipping Concerns)
$6.00 shipping for 8 x 10 and 11 x 14 size
ALSO: Please be as specific as possible regarding what it is you want drawn. I am grateful for your business and I will do my best to please each and every client. A small adjustment here and there, I can make, but I cannot 'redo' any portrait *completely.* As you know . . . Art is subjective. :)
SHIPPING CONCERNS:
Please make sure you send me the CORRECT address where I am to mail your portrait(s). This might sound odd, but some clients have sent payments with one address on their checks and a different return address on their envelope. That has caused some confusion, as you can imagine.
I mail all portraits FIRST CLASS, without tracking. USPS Tracking is $1.05 for 'first class' packages and media mail. Should you request tracking, the cost will be $6.00 /or $7.00 depending on size of the portrait and the mailer. Note: I AM NOT RESPONSIBLE for the portrait AFTER it has been mailed.
If you would, please take a moment to shoot me an email when you have received the portrait. It's nice to be assured that it has been delivered safely and is in your possession. :) Thank you.
How about a unique Christmas gift? A pet portrait would melt his or her heart! :)
Thank you for visiting my site. I do hope to hear from you soon!
May God bless you and your pet(s). - Susie
I have loved to draw since I was a little girl. I remember watching my artist brother, Don, draw and learning from him through my childhood years. Though I never went to art school, I have dabbled over the past four decades here and there. It was only last year that I joined an art group on facebook and that has been the 'shot in the arm' I needed to finally get serious and draw as much as possible!
So last summer, I drew some dogs and found out how much it means to other dog lovers so I started my "Doggy Doodles" business. I have many satisfied clients and would love to have you be among them. I do draw cats, too and most any creature that is cute and furry. Snakes? Hm...probably not! ;)
Below is a sampling of my work. I love the "little things" in life, so my art isn't done on a grand scale. The Scotties are my first commission and Frank and Rita, of Sioux City, IA. have told me how pleased they are. I have also been privileged to draw 6 memorial portraits of beloved dogs whose memories are fondly held in their owners' hearts. That has been the most rewarding part of this for me, too.
I hope you will consider commissioning me to draw your cherished, furry and beloved companion for a birthday, anniversary, graduation or any gift idea.
PRICES:
5 x 7 - PENCIL ONLY - $30.00
Pastel - $35.00
Watercolor - $45.00
8 x 10 - PENCIL ONLY - $40.00
Pastel - $45.00
Watercolor - $55.00
11 x 14 - PENCIL ONLY - 60.00
Pastel - $65.00
Watercolor - $75.00
Depending on the breed of the dog, the cost could be higher. For example, a Boxer, a Harlequin Great Dane, or a brindle Bulldog with many wrinkles, stripes and or many spots, as opposed to a typical furry-faced dog, does take considerably longer to draw, therefore it might cost more than the above prices. To date, no portrait I've drawn has exceeded $80.00 and that was a Boxer.
One portrait with 2 or more dogs, cats, or other animal, an additional $25.00 will be added to the above prices.
SHIPPING COSTS:
$5.00 shipping for 5 x 7
Unless you request a tracking # (see Shipping Concerns)
$6.00 shipping for 8 x 10 and 11 x 14 size
ALSO: Please be as specific as possible regarding what it is you want drawn. I am grateful for your business and I will do my best to please each and every client. A small adjustment here and there, I can make, but I cannot 'redo' any portrait *completely.* As you know . . . Art is subjective. :)
SHIPPING CONCERNS:
Please make sure you send me the CORRECT address where I am to mail your portrait(s). This might sound odd, but some clients have sent payments with one address on their checks and a different return address on their envelope. That has caused some confusion, as you can imagine.
I mail all portraits FIRST CLASS, without tracking. USPS Tracking is $1.05 for 'first class' packages and media mail. Should you request tracking, the cost will be $6.00 /or $7.00 depending on size of the portrait and the mailer. Note: I AM NOT RESPONSIBLE for the portrait AFTER it has been mailed.
If you would, please take a moment to shoot me an email when you have received the portrait. It's nice to be assured that it has been delivered safely and is in your possession. :) Thank you.
How about a unique Christmas gift? A pet portrait would melt his or her heart! :)
Thank you for visiting my site. I do hope to hear from you soon!
May God bless you and your pet(s). - Susie