Digital Portraits FAQ
The below Digital Portraits FAQ will help to answer your questions regarding my portrait prices, design options, additional customisation and the order process.
All of my portraits are hand drawn digitally, myself, using my Apple pencil in Procreate. I do not use filters or AI: I believe that artwork should be made by humans, for humans. My passion is to create unique, vibrant and uplifting artwork that celebrates your individuality and the things that are personal to you.
You can also find more information at my full FAQ, Custom Portraits page, or please feel free to contact me if you still have any questions.
Digital Portrait Prices:
The following prices are for my hand drawn digital portraits. These consist of a digital only artwork file that I will email over to you and you can then use/print for any non-commercial/not for profit use, as you please. If you require digital portrait prices for commercial use these are available on request.
If you would like to add prints to your order, I have included prices for these too.
Please note that the below prices apply to both people and pets:
Digital portraits are available in the following sizes*:
- A4 size (or 8″ x 10″ if preferred)
- A3 size (or 10″ x 15″ if preferred)
*other sizes available on request
Single digital artwork only prices (dependant on the complexity) start from:
- £70 – head & shoulders (to print at A4 size)
- £100 – head & shoulders (to print at A3 size)
- £100 – full body (to print at A4 size)
- £130 – full body (to print at A3 size)
Group digital only portraits prices (dependant on the complexity) start from:
- 2 x people £120 – shoulders up (to print at A4 size)
- 2 x people £160 – shoulders up (to print at A3 size)
- 2 x people £160 – full body (to print at A4 size)
- 2 x people £200 – full body (to print at A3 size)
- 3 x people £180 – shoulders up (to print at A4 size)
- 3 x people £230 – shoulders up (to print at A3 size)
- 4 x people £240 – shoulders up (to print at A4 size)
- 4 x people £300 – shoulders up (to print at A3 size)
- 5 x people £275 – shoulders up (to print at A4 size)
- 5 x people £345 – shoulders up (to print at A3 size)
- 6 x people £330 – shoulders up (to print at A4 size)
- 6 x people £390 – shoulders up (to print at A3 size)
- 7 x people £350 – shoulders up (to print at A4 size)
- 7 x people £410 – shoulders up (to print at A3 size)
Printed Copies:
If you would like to receive either a glossy photo print or matt archival Giclée print of your digital file too, please add £15 per A4 size print/ £30 per A3 size print, plus P&P (or free collection from Lincoln).
Image Backgrounds:
The above prices are based on a simple background featuring complementary colours.
I also offer an upgrade to my ‘Family Treasures’ style of portrait. This is where I can add additional places and things to your background image:
Family Treasures – Outlines Only:
My first Family Treasures upgrade adds fun outlined images to your portrait background. This simple customisation can help elevate your portrait to the next level and make it that extra bit special.
For simple outlines of objects (such as outlines of a football or a pair of trainers) my prices start from £3.50 per additional outline image (for A4 size compositions), depending on the image complexity. For A3 size compositions, additional outline images start from £5 per image, depending on the complexity.
Only want one or two additional background images? That’s no problem! You could choose to have a small number of background objects added to your picture and I can duplicate these images to fill the entire background, at no additional cost.
Drop me a message and I can create a quote for you, based on the kind of images you’d like to include.
Family Treasures – Full Colour:
My second Family Treasures upgrade allows your portrait to include full colour objects or locations as part of your background.
Not a fan of portraits? Then why not go for a totally bespoke ‘Family Treasures’ design, without the portrait?
Your design could consist of special places, treasured objects and memories. Instead of an actual family portrait, maybe your image could include a drawing of a family photo? This option allows complete customisation and special references within your image that are completely unique to you.
Prices for my full colour Family Treasures are dependent on design complexity and the time they will take me to create.
Please contact me to explain what kind of images you have in mind and I can produce a bespoke quote for you.
How The Process Works:
Securing Your Commission Slot:
Once we have agreed on your commission requirements and price, I will offer you a commission slot date. If you are happy to go ahead, I will ask you to pay a 30% non-refundable deposit to secure your commission slot.
I will send you my business bank account details for you to make the payment. Alternatively, I can send you a secure payment link via SumUp.
Please note that I cannot guarantee commission slot availability, especially at busier times, such as the run-up to Christmas. If you have a particular date to meet (such as a birthday or anniversary), please book early to avoid disappointment. Please also consider allowing enough time for you to frame your piece (if required), once you’ve received it.
Photo Reference Material:
Once your commission slot is booked, I will need you to gather suitable reference photos ready for that date. Please note, if you wish to use photos taken by a professional photographer, you’ll need to check with them that we’re allowed to use their pictures as reference please. You are responsible for ensuring that any necessary permissions have been obtained for the use of reference material, photos or visuals supplied for the creation of your artwork.
All refence photos and images shared with me will be deleted once I’ve finished creating your commission.
Please note that I cannot include logos within your design, unless you can provide express permission for usage.
Visuals and Final Proof:
Throughout the design process I will be communicating with you on the progress of your design. For this reason it’s very important that you regularly check your emails for updates. Any delay during the visual and proofing stage could delay when you receive your final artwork.
From the photos you send me I will create a layout visual and email it over to you, to check you’re happy with the composition. At this point it’s easy for me to make any changes for you, to get your design just right.
Once you’re happy with the visual I’ll complete the final line-work and colour for you to approve (at which point I can still make more minor tweaks, including changes to the colour).
When you’re completely happy with your design I’ll require the balance payment. Once payment is received, I will send you over your final high resolution artwork file (JPEG or PDF). Depending on the size of your final artwork file, this will either be sent as an email attachment or download link.
At this point, I will also send your artwork file to print (if applicable).
What You Will Receive:
You will receive a digital file of your design, ready for you to print at the requested size (e.g. A4 or A3), and also a cropped in/close-up square version of your design (if you wish to use it for a profile picture, for example). Please note that if you have requested background images to be added to your picture, these will be cropped out of the close-up square version.
You are then free to use this artwork/have it printed for any non-commercial/not for profit use, as you please.
What Size Artwork Should I Order?:
This may depend on your budget, where the artwork will go in your home or if you’ll be wanting to send it on to friends or family.
Digital portraits are a great gift idea for friends and family, as I can easily email them over to you. You can then have them printed as you wish, or even send them on to further friends and family.
When considering print size, please be mindful of how you intend to use your digital portrait. If you are only wanting to print it at A4 size (or smaller), an A4 size digital portrait will be perfect. But if you’re wanting to have A3 prints produced, ensure you order an A3 size digital portrait. This will print fine at A3 (or smaller), however and A4 size digital portrait increased to A3 size will look pixelated.
This applies too if you are considering using the digital image for personal use print on canvases, cushions or other family gifts. Always order the digital image that suits the largest print size you might require.
For further advice on this, or for anything larger than A3, please contact me to discuss your requirements and I can quote on an individual basis.
Shipping:
If you have also ordered a glossy photo print or matt archival Giclée print of your portrait, this will usually be dispatched 2 to 5 working days from approval of your final artwork.
Please add £5 for 1st class Signed For delivery (for A4/A3 print only), if required.
Artwork will be sent to you in a sturdy cardboard tube.
Please note I am currently only offering postage within the UK, but please contact me for prices for overseas shipping.
Bespoke Artwork & Framing:
For completely bespoke artwork please contact me to let me know what kind of image you would like, size and if digital or hand painted and I can create a quote for you or discuss options around the budget you have in mind.
If you have requested framing for your bespoke order this is subject to availability and will incur additional postage costs, dependant on your order size, weight and value. Please see my full FAQ or contact me for more information.
Need More Help?:
Please visit my full FAQ for full terms and conditions or contact me with any other enquiries.
Alternatively, you might want to check out more examples of my digital portraits.