Heirloom Pet Portrait Commission

Commission a hand-drawn digital pet portrait, created from your photographs and professionally printed as a museum-grade fine art archival piece.

Each portrait is individually illustrated with meticulous attention to expression and detail. I don't just want to create a likeness of your pet, I want to make something which feels like them. 

Your artwork is then printed on premium archival paper using pigment inks designed to last for decades. Each portrait is made to last for over 100 years without fading, when properly cared for.

Only one heirloom commission slot is available per month to ensure each piece receives the care and time it deserves.

What Makes This Different

• Fully bespoke, hand-drawn digital artwork (not AI, not a template)
• Professionally printed as a fine art archival print
• Museum-grade paper with pigment inks for longevity
• Signed and carefully packaged for a special unwrapping experience
• Includes collector's folio enveople with certificate of authenticity, care guide, small companion print and matching bookmark.
• Created to honour love, legacy and memory

This is not just a print, it is a commissioned artwork designed to become part of your story.

The Process

1. Purchase the monthly heirloom slot - these can also be booked in advance via email - joy@joydrawsdogs.co.uk
2. Reply to my email with your favourite reference photographs.
3. Your portrait is carefully hand-drawn digitally, focusing on expression, light and personality.
4. You receive a proof for approval.
5. Your artwork is professionally printed as a fine art archival piece and beautifully packaged, to create a magical and hearfelt unboxing experience.

Turnaround time: 3–4 weeks.

Who Is This For?

This custom pet portrait is for:

• Deeply attached dog and cat parents.
• Memorial and Rainbow Bridge tributes.
• Milestone gifts.
• Those who want a lasting heirloom artwork.

If your pet is family, this portrait is created with that understanding.

Availability

Only one heirloom commission slot is released per month.

If the current month is fully booked, you may:

• Join the waitlist, or
• Email to pre-book a future month with a deposit.

Enquire About Next Available Slot

This ensures every portrait receives focused time and care.

Investment

Heirloom Commission: £295

Includes:

• Bespoke hand-drawn digital artwork
• Fine art archival print
• Proofing stage
• Premium packaging
• Collector's folio envelope including certificate of authenticity, care guide, small companion print and bookmark.

Additional pets or custom backgrounds available upon request.