Welcome to my latest Jack Russell pencil portrait—this time, not just one Jack Russell, but four! Many of my portraits are commissioned as gifts, and the portrait of Coco, Monty, Daisy, and Nelson was no exception. Chloe and her family commissioned this piece as a leaving gift for their neighbours. Read more about the commission and how it all developed below.
Chloe Armitage, UK, contacted me in 2011 to commission a group portrait of four Jack Russells—Coco, Monty, Daisy, and Nelson. The portrait was to be a surprise gift for her family’s neighbors.
Chloe shared,
“I am able to take some photographs of the dogs in secret! It is going to be a surprise leaving gift; after living next door to my parents for 18 years, they are moving to Yorkshire, which is very sad. They will be truly missed (the owners also..). So my mum thought this would be a good way of saying goodbye.”
Chloe took time out of her busy schedule to take photos of the dogs specifically for this portrait. I worked closely with her to create a balanced composition to ensure the dogs were positioned correctly in the artwork.
Chloe and her family decided on a 20 x 16-inch portrait, which was the perfect size for a group composition. Read her wonderful feedback below!
"I cannot thank you enough for the fantastic portrait. The rest of the family is thrilled, and I know our friends will love it too! It’s such a special gift."
- Chloe
"Just to let you know, the drawing has arrived at my parents’ house in one piece! My mum said it looks amazing. I can’t wait to see it myself! Many thanks for making this such a special experience."
- Chloe
Do you have a Jack Russell - or maybe four, like Chloe’s neighbours? A pencil portrait is a wonderful way to capture their unique personalities. You can email me your photos at any time!