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grooming

portraits

Do I need to be home?

What is the best way to take a photo to use for a portrait?

How long will it take?

How long will it take to complete?

Will I need to hold my dog?

Do you paint portraits of people?

How do I make a booking?

 

 

grooming

   

Do I need to be home?

 

It isn't necessary for you to be home as long as I have

- easy access to your dog

- a power a cord (switched on) left under either you garage door or laundry door

- a nearby tap to connect my hose to

- and your money left in a predetermined safe place

 

   

How long will it take?

 

Best to allow yourself approximately 2 hours. 

   

Will I need to hold my dog?

 

No. Most dogs are best when the owner isn't there, but occasionally I will ask an owner to hold their dog while I am cutting their nails.

   

How do I make a booking?

 

All bookings must be made by phone. 0403 699 816

   

portraits

   

What is the best way to take a photo to use for a portrait?

 

Best lighting is on a sunny day in full shade. Best results are with three people, one taking the photograph, one holding the dog on a light lead and the third person to get the dog's attention, standing on either shoulder of the person taking the photograph, so the dog is looking slightly off-centre. The person taking the photograph should be roughly on the same level as the dog, so if the dog is on the ground, the person should be kneeling, and so should the person getting the dogs attention; so the dog isn't looking up too much. The below photographs can be used as an example of an effective photograph.

   

How long will it take to complete?

 

With most paintings, approximately 2 weeks to 2 months, depending on how much work I have to complete at the time. 

   

Do you paint portraits of people?

 

Not at the moment, but probably in the future.