Hello there!
Posting here a new note about paying for Doggie Drawings:
From now on, when you commission a drawing from me, I need to receive full payment before I start drawing. Believe it or not, there are people who have not paid for their dog portraits, and have become unreachable via email!
Sorry if this is a pain for all my trustworthy friends and clients.
From now on, I will email you a Paypal invoice before I start drawing.
Thank you.
Lili
Thank you for all your 2009 support and donations, and for spreading the word about my DOGGIE DRAWINGS.
In 2010, I will continue to take commissions and make donations to Boston Buddies or to the rescue group of your choice.
*There is a new price list starting Jan 1st, 2010.*
PLEASE CLICK HERE FOR UPDATED INFORMATION.
Thank you!
Lili
Welcome to my DOGGIE DRAWINGS blog! This is where I share all my drawings and post updates on my schedule and donation totals made to rescue.
This DOGGIE DRAWINGS project began in April 2008 as a fundraiser for Boston Buddies - a non-profit Boston terrier rescue organization in Southern California. I have been a foster mom for Boston Buddies and this is also where I adopted my Boogie from.
So far, the response has been fantastic and we have donated thousands of dollars towards helping needy dogs. (See the total on the right side of this blog)
CLICK HERE TO READ CLIENT TESTIMONIALS
A big THANK YOU to everyone who has commissioned pet drawings and helped spread the word. I wish to keep doing this for as long as possible.
Please read on for information on how to commission a custom portrait of your dog(s). Some information has been updated for 2010 - Please refer to PRICES, PAYMENT and FAQ.
These prices include First Class shipping to anywhere in the world + your donation to Boston Buddies/the rescue of your choice.
For a drawing with 1 dog - $100
For a drawing with 2 dogs - $160
For a drawing with 3 dogs - $220
For a drawing with 4 dogs - $280
For a drawing with more than 4 dogs, please send photos, and contact me for a quote.
PLEASE READ THE FAQ SECTION FOR SPECIAL REQUESTS which may cost more.
20% from each commission will be donated to Boston Buddies Rescue at the end of every quarter. So for example, if you commission a drawing with 1 dog ($100), $20 will be the donation amount. For a drawing with 2 dogs ($160), $32 will be donated, and so on.
If you prefer to donate to a different Rescue group, please let me know at the time of payment.
I have also donated artwork to American Boston Terrier Rescue. Click here to buy stuff for a good cause!
Payment can be made via Paypal or by check. Please pay in advance. I will email you an invoice before I start drawing.
The final print and digital file will be sent only after receipt of full payment.
If paying by Paypal, please include your mailing address. If you prefer expedited shipping within the USA, add $5.00 to the total for Priority Mail (2-3 days).
If you would prefer to mail a check please contact me for my address.
I work from photos so please email me a link to your favorite photos if they are in an online gallery (eg, Flickr, photobucket, Picasa, box.net. etc.) or attach your favorite photos in an email with a short description of your dog’s personality.
I prefer photos that include different angles, show at least one good facial close-up, at least one good full body pose with no clothing on so that I can see his/her unique body markings clearly, and accurate colors in natural lighting.
If you would like me to include a specific toy or a collar or costume, please let me know in advance and include reference photos for these items.
*If you have special requests for the drawing (extra props, background, different size etc.) please refer to the FAQ SECTION and let me know in advance. Some extras may cost more.
I refer to your photos to create a digital drawing.
I use a combination of Macromedia Flash and Adobe Photoshop, drawing directly onto my computer screen using a Wacom Cintiq pen and tablet.
Before I finish the drawing, I will email you a PREVIEW so that if you need to have certain things changed, this is a good time to let me know. :)
TIMEFRAME: Depending on how busy I am (because I do other work during the day) the finished drawing could take any time from 2 days to 2 weeks. Domestic shipping by USPS First Class mail takes 2-7 days.
1. One 8.5 x 11” print, signed by Yours Truly. This is printed on Epson Ultra Premium Presentation Matte paper, and sent by USPS First Class mail.
2. A link to download a high resolution file from which you can create your own prints. The file is in PDF format - 200 dpi, 8.5 x 11 inches.
PLEASE READ THE FAQ SECTION FOR SPECIAL REQUESTS.
In addition to drawing pet portraits, I also have artwork for sale featuring Boogie my boston terrier:
Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions!
THANK YOU!
Lili x
Artist/Animation Producer
Bostonbuddies foster parent
Boogie’s mom
You can view all my Doggie Drawings right here on this blog and also in this Flickr set.
Are you interested in seeing photos of the doggies that I have drawn?
I am sharing here a few photos (not ALL of them) that their parents sent me that I used for reference. This may give you some idea of how I work.
Example #1: RICKEY & LUCI
…with a camera, because their mom Andrea is a photographer.
Example#2: BASIL, SAUCY & YANKEE
…are Samia’s three Frenchies. Saucy in the middle is the “diva” who collects deer antlers.
EXAMPLE #3: LORENZA
… has 130 dresses and knows what she likes. Her mom Veronica let me choose her dress on this occasion.
EXAMPLE #4: TUX & TING
Allison, their mom, told me that Tux (BT) is obsessed with leopard print balls and has about 40!
EXAMPLE #5: ROSIE & COSMO
Rosie’s mom Jen introduced me to the Squeeki Tiki toy. Now my BT Boogie has one too!
Hope you enjoy!
CLICK HERE for info on ordering a custom drawing of your pet(s).
THANK YOU SO MUCH to everyone who has ordered drawings of your pets! A total of $630 has been donated to American Boston Terrier Rescue. This is 25% of received commissions for August, September & October 2009.
Please visit the ABTR website - there are many Special Needs boston terriers that need your help and I know their vet bills are HUGE. You can also contribute by purchasing goodies from the ABTR Cafepress store.
As of next month, I will be again, sending donations to Boston Buddies. Don’t forget to let me know the rescue organization of your choice when commissioning a portrait of your doggies.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
Do you draw cats, birds, fish, and other animals?
YES! At the same prices.
Do you draw people?
NO, sorry. For this Doggie Drawings project, I draw pets only. The illustrations of PEOPLE that you may have seen on my flickr account are most probably “gifts” or drawings that I did for fun. Having said this … if you really really must have a portrait of yourself with your pet, I will consider the request but note that I may be drawing in a different style and will charge different prices. This artwork would be separate from the Doggie Drawings fundraiser project.
You have drawn my dogs - I would like to add some items/decorations to the drawing to make it Holiday-themed. Will you do this?
YES! If I am reusing the drawings that I have already done without creating new portrait poses, I can add extra elements and will charge a tiny fee.
Example: CHUBBY & MYNNE
Thanks again for your support!
Fundraiser illustrations by Lili Chin for BostonBuddies (SoCal boston terrier rescue).
TOTAL Donated: $6978
You can also view the full gallery of doggie drawings on my Flickr
