Gordon can create a painting from almost any photograph but it certainly helps to have great reference photos to work with. Here are some tips on how you can photograph your pet to achieve the best results for a pet painting:

• Use outdoor or natural lighting.
• Be even with your pet; don't photograph from above.
• If someone needs to hold your pet, that is OK! Gordon can paint the hands out.
• Take at least four or five clear, in-focus photos. One of the photos should be a pose similar to what you wish to have as your painting. The other photos should show detail, markings, and eye and fur color.
• If you desire a custom background, include a few photos of your preferred setting as well.