Pet Collage Commissions
by Artist Melissa Voth McHugh

When Do Commissions Open?

• Commissions are open from:

  ◦ November to the end of February

  ◦ July to the end of August

How Much Are Commissions?

• Standard Commission Price: $ 250 (+ tax and shipping)

  ◦ This includes:

    ▪ Collaboration to create the image

    ▪ A signed, one-of-a-kind print

    ▪ A digital file of the artwork

• Discounted Packages: (+ tax and shipping)

  ◦ 1 collage: $ 250

  ◦ 2 collages: $ 350

  ◦ 3 collages: $ 450

• Specialty Prints: (+ tax and shipping)

  ◦ Acrylic block (5x7): C$ 150

  ◦ Wood stand print (5x7): C$ 110

  ◦ Metal mini (5x7): C$ 110

How Do Commissions Work?

• I create a piece in my signature pet collage style featuring your pet in the scene and style of your choice.

• After securing your spot, please send me as many good pictures of your pet as possible, along with some ideas for locations or styles.

• I will select background images and provide options for you to choose from before finishing the piece.

• You will receive:

  ◦ A titled, numbered, and signed 8x10” fine art print of the final image

  ◦ A hi-res download (formatted to 8x10”) for sharing on social media

What Kind Of Pet Pics Do You Need?

• The quality of the pet pictures is crucial for the success of the final artwork. Please send:

  ◦ Crisp, clear, and non-blurry images

  ◦ Well-lit photos: Ideally taken in natural light (near a window or outside)

  ◦ Full body shots: These provide the most options

  ◦ Variety of poses: More options lead to better results

  ◦ File size: 1-2+ MB (the larger, the better for clarity)

• Important: Only send pictures you are comfortable with me using. Also, share a little about your cat’s personality to help me capture their essence in the artwork.

How Do I Send The Pet Pics?

• The best way to send pictures is via:

  ◦ Google Drive, iCloud Drive, or Dropbox

• Email is also acceptable.

How Do I Choose A Location or Theme?

• I can accommodate any location or theme you have in mind, whether it’s a city, a beach, or a specific concept like "curious" or "lazy."

• For best results, think broadly about location ideas (e.g., “City” instead of a specific street address).

• I’m happy to help you choose the best location!

Can You Use More Than 1 Pet?

Currently I’m only offering single cat pictures, but I’ll be opening up commissions for multiple cats in the future. Stay tuned.

How Long Does It Take?

• Commissions typically take 4-8 weeks to complete, depending on:

  ◦ Your position in the commission list

  ◦ When I receive your pet pictures

  ◦ The ease of finding suitable backgrounds

• I will keep you updated throughout the process.

Can I Purchase Additional Prints?

Yes! You can buy additional prints from me which I will sign and ship for you.

You’re also free to use the digital file to have prints made at the printer of your choice on the products of your choice (ie a mug or t-shirt) so long as they’re for personal use only.

I retain commercial copyright of all finished commissions and would never sell the image without your consent.

Additional Terms

• By purchasing a commission, you agree to the following terms:

  ◦ I will contact you within 24 hours after your purchase to start the process. If I don’t hear from you within 60 days, I will refund your purchase and cancel the commission.

  ◦ You will receive two design options for the final piece. You must choose between them; changes after this point are not guaranteed.

  ◦ I reserve the right to cancel the commission (with a full refund) for any reason.

More Questions?

Feel free to send me a message! I’m happy to help.