UPDATE: Commissions are on hold at present due to a family relocation abroad. Once we are all settled I shall be opening the books again, however please be aware of extra shipping costs associated with sending pieces back to the UK. Please do get in touch to discuss further.

Please see below for an explanation of the commission process and for a step-by-step guide to commissioning your own piece.
Commissions are principally carried out from your own photographs: provided they are of sufficient quality. To help you get the very best photos for me to work from I have included a Photography Tips section. Choosing the right photo to work from will ensure the piece I produce is a faithful and honest reflection of the subject.

Photography Package

Should your own photos not be of sufficient quality I am able to personally photograph your subject, dependent on location. Photography sessions usually last between 30 - 60 minutes and following completion you will be given a selection of photos you can choose from for me to work from.
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Photography sessions are charged at a flat rate of £50, however an excess travel charge will be incurred for locations beyond 20 miles of Pewsey, Wiltshire.

Payment & Deposit

Once the portrait has been confirmed a 20% non-returnable deposit is required and the portrait will be dispatched on receipt of full payment.

Payment can be made via PayPal, BACS or by cheque (UK only, made payable to Louise Anthistle).

Lead Time

My lead times are generally 4-6 weeks, however should you have an urgent deadline please do let me know and I shall try to accommodate it where possible.

Delivery

Portraits are sent using Royal Mail Special Delivery. This guarantees next working day delivery and ensures the picture is fully insured and tracked.

2019 Prices & Sizes

Miniature (6" x 4") - £75
Small (8” x 6”) - £150
Medium (12” x 8”) - £250
Large (17” x 12”) - £400
Grande (24” x 17") - £650

Artwork is sold mounted and backed. However, should you wish for the piece to arrive with you already framed I am more than happy to arrange this. I use a professional frame makers with a vast array of mouldings for all budgets, so I would liaise with you to get the right frame for your portrait. Postage costs will be higher for framed portraits and an extra 2-3 weeks will need to be allowed for the framing process.

Gift Certificates

Gift Certificates make a unique gift for any special occasion and can be used towards a commission or in my Etsy shop. Giving a gift certificate enables the recipient to be fully involved in the commission process, they are also the perfect answer if time is tight and you have a birthday or special occasion looming.
Certificates come packaged in a presentation box, making them a nice present to 'open' on the day. The recipient will be able to choose the photo they would like me to use for their portrait and can also have the option of upgrading their commission by paying the difference.
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Gift certificates can be purchased in the shop and can be delivered to you or directly to the recipient.
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Please read my Terms & Conditions prior to ordering a portrait or gift certificate.