Commission pricing varies based on the size of the painting.

Original pet portraits currently begin at $450.

Please refer to the pricing guide below for approximate size ranges.

A 50% non-refundable deposit is required to reserve your commission, with the remaining balance due before shipment.

1. Complete the commission inquiry form below.

2. We'll review your project and respond within 2–3 business days.

3. Once the details are finalized, an invoice for the 50% deposit will be sent.

4. After the deposit is received, the painting process begins.

5. Depending on the project, progress updates may be shared throughout the painting process.

6. Once the painting is complete and the final payment has been received, your artwork will be professionally packaged and shipped.

Most commissions are completed within 2–4 weeks, depending on the size of the painting and our current schedule.

If you have a specific deadline, please let us know in your inquiry. We'll always do our best to accommodate special occasions when possible.

The best portraits begin with great reference photos.

Whenever possible, submit photos that:

• are taken in natural light

• are sharp and in focus

• clearly show your pet's eyes

• capture your pet's personality

• are taken at eye level

If you're unsure which photos to choose, we're happy to help.

Absolutely.

Portraits can include multiple pets. Each additional pet is $200 and may require a larger painting size depending on the composition.

Shipping is calculated based on the size of the artwork and destination.

Typical U.S. shipping costs are approximately:

• Small: $30-50

• Medium: $50–90

• Large: $90–175

• Oversized Pieces: Quoted individually

All original paintings are professionally packaged and fully insured.

Yes.

International shipping is available. Shipping costs, duties, and customs fees vary by country and are the responsibility of the buyer.

No. Applicable sales tax will be added to your invoice depending on your shipping location and local tax requirements. Any applicable taxes will be clearly shown before payment is due.

No.

Every commission is painted on hand acid-washed steel, making each piece completely unique. The natural character of the steel becomes part of the finished artwork, ensuring no two paintings are ever exactly alike.

No—and that's intentional.

Doug's goal is not to create a photographic copy, but to create an original work of art that captures your pet's personality and presence. Every painting reflects his artistic style while remaining true to the unique features that make your pet recognizable.

Each painting is custom created from your pet, but the artistic interpretation remains in the hands of the artist.

Because every painting is created on hand acid-washed steel, no two backgrounds can ever be exactly alike. The natural textures, oxidation, and patina of the steel become part of the finished artwork, making every original one of a kind.

Absolutely. One of the things that makes a Slater Design Studios portrait unique is the option to incorporate handcrafted metal elements into the artwork.

Many clients choose to add a custom metal collar, allowing their pet's actual tags to hang from the finished painting. Other decorative metal accents may also be incorporated when they complement the design.

Because each portrait is created on solid acid-washed steel, it weighs more than a traditional canvas painting.

As a general guide:

• Smaller portraits weigh about 12-15 lbs.

• Larger portraits weigh about 25-30 lbs.

Every piece arrives ready to hang with appropriate mounting hardware recommendations. The weight is part of what gives each artwork its substantial presence and heirloom quality.

The exact weight will be noted in your shipping details.

Yes. Each artwork arrives ready to hang, but we also offer an optional hand-forged steel display stand for collectors who prefer to display their piece on a shelf, mantel, desk, or tabletop.

Each stand is handcrafted in Doug Slater's studio and features forged botanical details that complement the artwork. Because every stand is made by hand, no two are exactly alike.

Every original commission includes:

• The original hand-painted artwork on acid-washed steel

• A signed Certificate of Authenticity

• Secure professional packaging

• Fully insured shipping

Each painting is signed by Doug Slater and accompanied by a numbered Certificate of Authenticity documenting the artwork as an original Slater Design Studios piece.

Purchasing a commissioned painting gives you ownership of the original physical artwork.

Slater Design Studios retains all copyrights and reproduction rights to the artwork, including the right to photograph, publish, reproduce, or display the painting for promotional or archival purposes.

As a matter of studio policy, commissioned portraits of personal pets will not be reproduced or sold as prints, apparel, or merchandise. While Slater Design Studios retains the legal copyright to every commissioned work, we believe each pet portrait should remain unique to the family who commissioned it.