Commissions
How it works and how to get started
Start by emailing me or placing an order below. I’ll make a composition for you from your photos, and once approved, I will send you an invoice for 50% of the total, and then can start your pet’s portrait. Thereafter you can watch your piece come together over the next 2-4 weeks. I’ll send updates throughout, and you can approve the final before pick up or shipment. Final payment is due before pick up or shipment.
Ready to get started? You can place your order below
or contact me directly by phone or email:
(802) 598-4264 | kimprovost.vtartist@gmail.com
Portrait Price List
One (Pet Head and Chest)
8x10 $325 Pastel
10x10 $350 Pastel
12x12 $460 Pastel
One or Multiple Pets
11x14 $485 Pastel
16x20 $985 Pastel
20x24 $1,425 Pastel
24x30 $2,160 Pastel
20% Increase per additional pet or person | Pricing does not include framing
Custom orders are available, including alternative sizes and oil portraits– please contact us for a quote
Commission Form
Thank you for your interest! We are currently experiencing high demand and are booked for new projects several weeks in advance. The earliest we can schedule a new portrait project is October 2026. Please fill out an order form to secure your spot.
Gift Certificates
Give a gift that’s as meaningful as it is memorable — a custom pet portrait gift certificate. Perfect for birthdays, holidays, or to honor a beloved pet, it lets your loved ones create a lasting keepsake they’ll cherish forever.
Testimonials
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![Realistic colored pencil drawing of a brown dog with a pink collar lying on a blue surface.]()
I feel like I can reach out and touch her!
“I can't recommend Kim highly enough. She is both a talented artist and a delight to work with. I recently commissioned her to do a portrait of our family dog, Willow, as a surprise birthday gift for my husband. When he opened it, he cried. My husband couldn't believe the uncanny resemblance. His words: "I feel like I can reach out and touch her!"
Lyn Ujlaky - Thetford, VT
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![Painting of a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel with a multicolored coat and expressive eyes, set against a warm, blurred background.]()
It will be an image that I cherish forever
“I contacted Kim when I wanted to have a painting on my pup Frodo who had passed. He was very special to me and Kim totally captured his essence in her rendition. It will be an image that I cherish forever."
Kathy M - VT
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![Painting of a St. Bernard dog with a brown and white coat.]()
Kim puts so much heart in her work
"Kim did such a beautiful job of making our Daisy’s portrait look just like her. Daisy was a special part of our family and the portrait of her is so beautiful. Kim puts so much heart in her work. We can’t thank her enough for what she did for us with this amazing portrait of our beautiful Daisy girl."
Alice W. - NY
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!["The portrait is absolutely amazing and captures Digsby perfectly! Thank you so so much! I absolutely love it!!! I truly appreciate your amazing work!! "]()
The portrait is absolutely amazing
"The portrait is absolutely amazing and captures Digsby perfectly! Thank you so so much! I absolutely love it!!! I truly appreciate your amazing work!!"
Erica - VT
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![Pastel dog Ginger on green background]()
You captured the truest and purest essence of her spirit
"I want to thank you again for working so patiently with me, it means a lot! The pastel of Ginger is bringing me so much joy. You captured the truest and purest essence of her spirit, far more than any photograph ever has!"
Susan - VT
Frequently Asked Questions
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I currently offer shipping services throughout the continental United States via USPS. Shipping fees are determined by whether you choose to have the portrait framed, as this affects the overall weight of the package. We can discuss your preferences, and I will provide a detailed estimated cost before commencing work on your portrait.
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Portraits are usually completed within 2–4 weeks unless there is a wait list.
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I paint primarily from photographs, but it's important for me to clearly see all the details of your pet in the image. It helps if you take pictures in natural light, positioning yourself at your pet's eye level instead of shooting from above. The more detailed the photo is, the better the portrait will be.
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Absolutely! That's really useful for me to observe the fur's structure, details, and colors.
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Portrait pricing is determined by both the dimensions of the artwork and the number of pets included. For detailed information regarding rates, please refer to my pricing guide here.
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While I do not personally frame the portraits, I collaborate with a skilled framer located in Vermont who handles all framing for my personal projects. If you would like to include professional framing, I am happy to coordinate this service for an additional fee of $50.
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To begin, you’ll send me high-quality photos of your pet. We’ll then choose the best size for your portrait. I’ll send an invoice for 50% of the project cost and add you to my schedule. Please note, there may be a waiting list, especially during the busy holiday season.
Once I start painting, I’ll share progress photos so you can watch your portrait take shape. During this stage, you’re welcome to request minor changes or adjustments to ensure your satisfaction. We’ll work closely together to make sure you’re happy with the final result.
As the portrait is nearing completion, I’ll send a picture for your final approval. Once you approve, I’ll invoice you for the remaining balance, and we’ll arrange for framing if desired, shipping, or you can pick up the artwork at my studio.
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Great question! Pastels are a premium, concentrated pigment available as sticks, pencils, or cakes. These materials are lightfast and archival, resisting fading, yellowing and cracking as time passes. To prevent damage, all pastel artworks should be framed under glass using spacers. When properly cared for, your pastel pieces can last for centuries.