DA Commissions

COMMISSIONS

Custom Equine
Portraits

Graphite portraits of horses, created from your photographs.

Each piece is developed over time with a focus on structure, texture, and presence, resulting in a finished work that feels still and complete.

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The Portrait

A3

29.7 × 42 cm
11.7 × 16.5 in

 

Starting at
$650 CAD

A2

42 × 59.4 cm
16.5 × 23.4 in

 

Starting at
$900 CAD

A1

59.4 × 84.1 cm
23.4 × 33.1 in

 

Starting at
$1,400 CAD

Graphite on archival paper.

Prices above include one horse. Each additional horse adds 25% of the selected portrait size price.

For compositions involving multiple horses, size recommendations may be adjusted to ensure clarity and detail.

Framing available upon request, with simple, neutral finishes selected to complete the piece.

Each portrait is drawn by hand using graphite, working from one or multiple reference images provided by you.

What’s Included

  • ✎One original graphite portrait (A3, A2, or A1)
  • ◉High-resolution digital scan of the final artwork
  • ▧One complimentary postcard print
  • ▤Certificate of Authenticity
  • ◇Protective packaging for delivery

From Photograph to Portrait

Reference

→

Study

→

Finished Portrait

The Process

From the moment you submit your inquiry, I stay in communication with you throughout the process to ensure clarity and that you feel confident in how the piece is developing.

01

Inquiry

Submit a request through the commission form with your reference images and a short description.

02

Review & Confirmation

I review your images and confirm whether they are suitable for a portrait. Composition, timeline, and details are finalized at this stage.

03

Booking

Once all details are confirmed, a non-refundable deposit of $225 CAD secures your place.

04

Drawing Process

The portrait is completed over several stages. Progress updates are shared so you can follow along and provide input. You may opt out if you prefer a surprise.

05

Completion & Delivery

Once finished, the drawing is protected between rigid backing. Gifts may be shipped directly to the recipient with a handwritten note.

Reference Images

Clear, well-lit photographs are essential for the final result. If you are unsure whether your images will work, include multiple options in your inquiry. I can help identify the strongest reference before booking.

On-Site Photography (Optional)

On-site photography is available for select locations. You will receive a curated set of 5–10 high-resolution, edited images per subject, suitable for portrait development and personal use.

Portrait Reference Session

$250 CAD

Focused session capturing one horse specifically for portrait development.

Additional horses: $150 CAD per subject.

Extended Session

Starting at $450 CAD

Includes additional images of your horse as well as your stable or property.

Available within the GTA, Niagara Region, London, ON, and surrounding areas.

FOR STABLES & EQUINE BUSINESSES

Artwork for larger projects.

Portraits can be developed as part of a larger project, including multiple horses and print-ready artwork for postcards or retail use.

Discuss a Project

REQUEST A COMMISSION

Tell me about your horse.

Whether you already have the perfect reference photograph or need help selecting one, begin by sending a few details below.

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