About commissions 

I predominantly work digitally for commissions, as this allows me to maintain the highest possible quality while offering fair, accessible pricing. Working digitally means I can create from anywhere and stay efficient with my small family team, without the delays, extra costs or waste that come with using traditional materials — ensuring you receive exceptional artwork at a price that feels right. 

Every piece begins with custom digital brushes I've handcrafted to mirror my traditional mixed-media techniques. I've spent years developing them to ensure the texture, depth and character of my original sketchbook art remains at the heart of every commission. Once complete, each portrait is professionally printed on high-quality, FSC-certified, textured fine art paper using archival pigment inks. This combination gives the artwork rich colour, beautiful detail, and a finish that truly captures your pet's unique personality. 

Once printed, I hand-embellish every commission with delicate touches of gold and personally sign each one. My work is designed to be a warm reminder of the joy in everyday life, so many of my portraits also feature our small signature bee — a symbol that imperfection is golden. On request I can leave the bee out, but the golden embellishment will always remain — it's essential to what makes an Ellabee's portrait feel magical. 

As well as prints, I also offer the option to bring your artwork to life across our illustrated products—including mugs, T-shirts, cards, stickers and more. These make meaningful gifts and beautiful keepsakes, allowing your pet's story to be celebrated every day in a way that feels personal and joyful. 

Digital commissions start from £60 for an A5 portrait, with an additional £20 for each extra pet. Larger sizes are available on request. If you'd prefer a completely traditional artwork created using physical materials such as pencils, paints and collage, this is available too. Due to the additional time, detail and materials required, traditional commissions start from £120. 

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No matter the medium, each piece is created with the same intention celebrate the wonderful character of your pet, and to offer a daily reminder that there is beauty in the little, imperfect things that make life special. 

How It Works 

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Once you're ready, simply send me a selection of high-quality photos of pet - preferably 5-10 images that show their personality, markings and any features that make them... them. We will choose the image that works best for the portrait together. 

A 50% deposit secures your booking and allows me to begin the artwork. If you have a special date in mind — such as a birthday or memorial — just let me know and I will do my best to accommodate. 

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Each digital commission usually takes around 1-2 weeks to complete, depending on my current schedule and the complexity of the piece. When the artwork is finished and you're completely happy with it, the remaining balance is paid before printing and embellishment. 

Your portrait is then packaged with care and posted to your door or ready for collection from one of our Ellabee's market stalls or pop-up shops. And if you'd like additional products featuring your artwork such as mugs or prints - these can be arranged at any time. 

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From start to finish, I'm always here to help and make sure the process is relaxed, personal and enjoyable. 

Every Ellabee's creation carries our core message: 

Beeing different is what makes us special.