Breeds & coats / Dogs

Golden Retriever portraits

Goldens vary from pale cream to deep red, with feathering, a soft expression and, for seniors, a frosted muzzle we never 'fix' unless you ask.

What we keep

Shade, feathering length and grey on the face are kept true.

Commission a portrait

Example custom dog portrait
I

Approved by you

You approve every portrait before it's made. Two revisions, should they be needed.

II

Every marking

Spots, stripes, masks, odd eyes, extra toes. Their face, not a face.

III

Framed to give

Archival prints, real frames and a linen box. Ready to hang, or to hand over.

IV

It moves

A code on the frame back opens a moving portrait and a private page.

Photo tips

Daylight photos avoid the orange cast indoor lights give.

Natural daylight, eye-level, and the whole head in frame. Avoid heavy filters; they change coat colour.

Special features we'll keep

Add any of these in the Special Features box and we'll keep them, and you'll confirm each one on your proof:

  • a white blaze or uneven mask
  • one blue and one brown eye
  • a missing leg (tripod) or ear
  • a grey muzzle
  • a scar or notch

Styles that suit a golden retriever

Enquiries

Questions

Will my golden retriever look like my pet, not a generic one?

Shade, feathering length and grey on the face are kept true. And you approve every portrait before it's made.

What photos work best?

Daylight photos avoid the orange cast indoor lights give. 1 to 3 photos is plenty.

Can I include two pets or myself?

Yes. See our family and owner portraits; just upload a photo of each.

What if something is off?

Ask for a revision; two are included. Nothing is made until you approve.

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