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Commission Hand Drawn Portraits Or Paintings From Your Cherished Photographs. Commission A Portrait Artist Robert Shirt.

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Commission a Portrait Artist Hand Drawn Portraits or Paintings

Welcome to Bobby's portraits, meticulously crafted hand-drawn portraits, commissioned by Robert Shirt, a leading portrait artist based in the UK. Transform your cherished photographs into stunning works of art, meticulously crafted to capture the essence of your loved ones, pets, or treasured possessions.

Commission a portrait artist for breathtaking hand-drawn portraits or paintings from your cherished photographs. Delve into a world of portraiture as I transform your photographs into stunning hand-drawn portraits, using only the finest materials and frames.

About Portrait Artist Robert Shirt.

With over 15 years of experience as a portrait artist, I specialize in capturing the essence of people, dogs, cats, horses, vehicles, and homes using mediums such as graphite pencil, acrylic on canvas, or oil-based pencils. Each portrait is meticulously hand-drawn or painted, ensuring quality craftsmanship, experience and a unique touch.

Why choose me to create your hand drawn portrait?

Global Delivery with Full Insurance Coverage:
Rest assured that your portrait is protected during transit, with full insurance coverage ensuring a risk-free experience.

No Upfront Deposit Required:
Enjoy peace of mind with no upfront deposit required for portraits featuring fewer than four subjects. For larger projects, a deposit may be requested, ensuring a seamless process from start to finish.

Risk-Free Satisfaction Guarantee:
Your satisfaction is my priority. If your portrait encounters any issues during transit or fails to meet your expectations, I'll recreate the artwork at no additional cost to you.

Unlimited Revisions: I'm committed to ensuring your satisfaction. If revisions are necessary, I'll make them until the work meets your expectations, ensuring a portrait you'll cherish for years to come.

"Robert did a drawing of my sister and her husband for their 25th wedding anniversary, the whole experience was so straight forward and the drawing itself was totally amazing. My sister AND her husband both cried" ..more..
Ann Edgar

Frequently asked questions.

How do I order my portrait?

What are your prices?

Do I need to pay a deposit?

What are your payment methods and can I pay in instalments?

Bank transfer (preferred)

You will receive all the relevant details via an invoice, once portrait has been approved.

This option requires no upfront payment, However if the order is over 3 subjects, then a standard 30% upfront payment will be asked for.

PayPal

You don't have to have a pay pal account to pay using this method.
(3.4% charge will apply for using this service +20p per transaction)

PayPal - Pay in 3

(PayPal Pay in 3 is an interest-free loan that lets you split your basket into 3 payments, with the first due at time of purchase. And subsequent payments due every month on the same date.
You are still covered by the no risk guarantee, so in the extremely unlikely event you aren't happy with the work you will be refunded what you have paid.

Credit/Credit cards

Most major credit/debit cards accepted. All payments are handled by PayPal's card portal, I hold no personal payment information. 1.2% surcharge + 0.30p handling fee.

Cheque

Once you have viewed and approved the portrait, you will be sent an invoice with the all appropriate details attached.
Once cleared, the portrait can usually be sent within that week.

Please note the prices are inclusive of VAT, so what you see is what you pay.

If you have any queries in regards to payment, please do not hesitate to contact me.

You will find more FAQ'S here.

What happens if I'm unhappy with the work?

Why should I order from you?

Experience.

With over 25 years’ experience creating portraits, and over 2000 portraits created for my clients. Along with over 800 genuine Reviews.

Undoubtedly I have the experience in working on almost any project you desire. With this in mind, please take a look in my Reviews section at my Testimonials.

Original.

100% hand drawn portraits (Pencil or painted), these portraits are drawn from scratch, using high quality materials. You will receive the original.

These are NOT digitally drawn. Ultimately you get what you pay for. And with me! It's quality every time, or don't pay for it. Guaranteed.
Prices.

Guaranteed.

In the unlikely event your portrait ends up lost or damaged, I will then undertake the work again, so no risk to you.

Unlimited Revisions.
If the customer feels revisions need making, I will revisit the work until it's right, because if you're not happy neither am I!

No Deposit.

In most circumstances NO DEPOSIT will be needed, this is for portraits with less than 4 subjects.

However a deposit of 20% percent MAY be asked for. So If you are ordering framing. The price of the frame is taken upfront. NO VAT.

Risk Free.

In the unlikely event the customer is unhappy with the portrait. I will attempt to rectify the problem. So if no compromise is possible, then no further payment shall take place.

Framing Service.

I also offer a framing service; these top-quality frames are supplied by a renowned gallery supplier. The frames are made bespoke per customer, and all double mounted, backed, sealed and ready to hang.

Do you offer framing?

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A little about The Artist.

Bobby, as he's fondly known to friends, nurtured his artistic talents from a young age in a quaint village. His journey led him to Loughborough University, where he delved into various arts and furniture design disciplines.

Driven by an unwavering love for art, Robert ventured into entrepreneurship, establishing his own business.

His work transcends mere representation, capturing the very essence and soul of each subject. With a primary focus on pet and family pencil drawings, Robert endeavours to create distinctive, one-of-a-kind originals for every client, regardless of project size.

With an unwavering commitment to quality and customer satisfaction, Robert believes in the adage, "The customer is always right." His dedication is reflected in the countless glowing reviews from satisfied clients worldwide. Even today, a significant portion of his clientele comes through word-of-mouth referrals, fuelling his passion to exceed expectations.

Explore his website for a glimpse into his portfolio and connect with him on Facebook and Instagram for more updates. Robert eagerly anticipates the opportunity to collaborate with you, bringing your vision to life through his artistry.

Email me today