What photographs work best?
Clear, sharp photographs taken in natural light are best. Rachel will check your chosen image before confirming the final composition.
Christmas 2026 commissions
Give them more than a photograph.
Give them an original hand-drawn portrait of the animal they love. Rachel creates each portrait individually from your chosen photographs.
12initial Christmas spaces
From £80original hand-drawn artwork
From £20booking deposit
30 Novbooking deadline, or earlier if full
Personal Christmas gifts
Portraits made for the people who know every expression.
Dogs, horses and other much-loved animals. Rachel works from clear reference photographs and focuses on the markings, expression and character owners recognise instantly.
Dogs
Detailed portraits that focus on expression, coat texture and personality.
More than one pet
Two animals can be brought together in one portrait where the size and reference images suit the composition.
Horses
Equine portraits created from photographs that show the horse clearly and naturally.
Christmas commission prices
Choose the size that suits the gift.
The booking deposit secures Rachel's drawing time. The remaining balance is due before the finished portrait is dispatched.
Most popular
A4 Portrait
£140
More space for detail and a strong choice for a Christmas gift.
£25 booking deposit
Reserve A4A3 Portrait
£170
Largest standard size for a statement portrait or more detailed composition.
£40 booking deposit
Reserve A3How Christmas booking works
Four simple steps.
Book early enough for Rachel to check the reference photographs and allow drawing time before Christmas.
1
Choose a size
Select A5, A4 or A3 and complete the commission form.
2
Reserve the space
Pay the booking deposit securely through Stripe.
3
Send reference photos
Rachel checks the photographs and confirms the final composition and completion window.
4
Rachel draws the portrait
The remaining balance is paid before the finished original is dispatched.
Christmas deadline
Book before the commission book fills.
Rachel is opening an initial 12 Christmas spaces. The planned booking deadline is 30 November 2026. The book will close earlier if Rachel's available drawing time is filled.
Reserve a Christmas space30 NovemberPlanned final booking date for Christmas 2026, subject to remaining availability.
Questions
Christmas commission FAQ
Can the portrait be a surprise?
Yes. Let Rachel know on the booking form that the portrait is a gift. Avoid tagging the recipient when sharing progress online.
Can two animals be included?
Yes, depending on the portrait size and the photographs available. Rachel will confirm the final price and composition before drawing starts.
What if the Christmas book is full?
Rachel can discuss the next available commission space. Booking early gives the best chance of Christmas completion.
Reserve a Christmas portrait.
A personal hand-drawn gift, created from a photograph you already love.
Start Christmas booking