Close-up of a black cat's head and body lying on a pink surface, painted with visible brushstrokes.

Commissions

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A pricing list for pet portraits and figurative/portrait commissions from Elena Figarelli, with prices for different sizes, instructions for larger portraits, and information about commission availability and pricing.

Frequently Asked Questions — Commissions

  • For all commissions, 50% of the total price is required up front. The remainder of the cost & shipping is due prior to the painting being shipped.

    Payment is accepted via my website’s checkout option, accepting all major debit/credit cards, Apple Pay, and PayPal.

    After we email and settle on the photo reference/color scheme/pose, I will let you know my current estimate time frame for completion.

    Once the painting is complete, I will send you a photos of the painting and further instructions for shipping/varnish timeline.

  • Yes, but only if they are already all in the same photo together (ie. cats cuddling together, grooming, etc). I will not be able to edit two photos together.

    The sizing will also need to be at least an 8×8” or 8×10” with an additional charge of $100 to account for extra time needed.

  • All paintings are done on 1/8” panels, which allow for very easy framing. It’s not recommended to have your paintings behind glass, as the varnish on the painting/the glass will cause a glare, and the varnish will protect the painting from dust.

    You can buy a ready-made frame and frame your work with that, or go to a framer and get a custom made frame.

    It is not recommended to hang your painting with command strips. A nail or proper picture hanging supplies are recommended!

    All paintings will come with an oil painting care guide as well.

  • Cats are definitely the most common, but I have also painted dogs, birds, ferrets, and bunnies! If you have a exotic/uncommon pet, feel free to submit an inquiry with some photos and I will see what I can do!

  • I usually only accept 1-2 portrait commissions a year, and is highly dependent on the reference material available to paint from. If you have beautiful, high-quality photos of you and your pet already, or are able to take some for this painting, chances are I will be able to work from them and create a painting — pending availability.

    Feel free to fill out the form and include any images you may have to work from, but please know that I am very selective and will only take on projects I know will be up to the standard of quality of all my other works.

A painting of a cat sitting on a light green background, with a mix of white, black, and brown fur, looking over its shoulder.
A painting of a rabbit resting on its side with a black and white coat, against a soft pastel background.
Painted portrait of a sitting calico cat with a pink background.
Close-up of a black cat's head with pointed ears and green eyes, set against a pink background, with detailed fur texture.
A painting of a Siamese cat with blue eyes, brown and black fur, sitting against a light-colored background.
A painted portrait of a black and white cat with long hair, pink nose, and green eyes, set against a light background.
Close-up of a black and white cat lying on its back with paws raised, against a soft pink background.
A painting of a brown and black dog, possibly a husky mix, sitting on the floor looking into the camera with a neutral expression.
Close-up of a brown dog with a curled tail lying on a white surface, viewing from above.