A portrait to remember them by.
Hand-drawn memorial portraits of much-loved dogs and cats, made slowly and with care from your favourite photos. Matted and ready to frame, with free shipping anywhere in New Zealand.
There’s no rush with any of this.
“In many cases the pets I draw have passed away, so I put a lot of care into creating a special memorial portrait.”
If your photo isn’t perfect, send it anyway. We can work from more than one picture to get their markings and expression right, and you can tell me a little about them so I can capture who they were.
— Diane
Gentle, simple and personal.
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Send your photos
As many as you have, old or new. Tick “memorial portrait” on the form and tell me about them if you’d like to.
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I reply personally
I’ll look at your photos and reply by email with what’s possible, a price and a date. No payment until you’re happy.
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I draw your portrait
In pastel and coloured pencil, built up in fine layers. Allow 2–3 weeks.
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Ready to frame
Mounted in a white mat on backing board, carefully packed and posted free within New Zealand.
Mini $100 · Standard $250
One pet on a simple one-tone background, matted to fit a standard 8 × 10″ or 11 × 14″ frame. Free shipping within New Zealand. See full prices.
My only photos of them are old or a bit blurry. Can you still help?
Very often, yes. Send everything you have, even several imperfect photos. I can combine them to get their markings, colouring and expression right, and I’ll tell you honestly what’s possible before you pay anything.
How long does a memorial portrait take?
Allow 2–3 weeks once we’ve agreed the details. If you’d like it for an anniversary or a special date, tell me when you get in touch and I’ll confirm a date before you commit.
What does a memorial portrait cost?
The same as any portrait: $100 for a Mini (head and shoulders) or $250 for a Standard, matted and ready to frame, with free shipping in New Zealand.
Can I give one to a friend who has lost their pet?
Yes. A gift voucher lets them choose their favourite photo in their own time, which many people find the kindest way to give a memorial portrait.
Whenever you’re ready.
Send me your photos and a few words about them. I’ll reply personally.
Start a memorial portrait