Barksie
Original Dog Portraits
Original Dog Portraits
- Your pooch in original art
- Hand-painted with love. No AI or computer generation
- FREE shipping Australia wide
Now open for commissions!
Capture a special moment forever with an original artwork of your fur baby. Not those computer generated prints flooding the internet.
Click here to compare a Barksie original with A.I. generated prints
We're super excited to share our new collaboration with Barksie. Original pet portraits laid in 20" x 16" canvas.
Barksie is our collaborative artist behind the brush in these beautiful, one of a kind dog portraits. With a love for abstract realism and conveying emotional expression, their ability to capture a dogs individual character is second to none. Working with mediums such as acrylics and gouache, each piece is intuitively created in rich themes of colour.
Creating your custom portrait is a labour of love. Here's how it works:
1. Tell us your favourite colours - Using the drop down boxes tell us your 2 favourite colours. The artist will use shades of these colours, and their experience in colour theory to complete the piece with a third complimentary colour.
2. Choose your best photos - Got a couple of photos that are your absolute faves? Let's paint one of them. Once your order is submitted send through min 3-4 of your favourite photos. They should be as front on as possible and be well lit. Email them through to topdog@dogsht.com.au Need some help? No worries at all, we can give you a hand. We'll be in touch for the photos anyhow. The artist uses a greyscale process to analyse light, shadows and undertones that are not visible to the naked eye. This process helps identify the photo with the best results.
3. Submit your order - Submit your order and the artist will get to work. Please allow up to 10 calendar days for your piece to be completed. We'll send you a sneak peak during the creative process so that you can see your portrait coming to life.
4. Receive your portrait - Once completed and given a final quality check we carefully pack your artwork for shipment. Your canvas will be packed in corrugated cardboard for safe transit. Double wall, folded corners, corrugated insert and lid.
*DON'T cut through the cardboard when you receive it
*DO capture your reaction of seeing your portrait for the first time - make a loved one useful and have them film you.
Got any questions? We've got them covered in our FAQs below. You can also ask your questions in the chat icon on the bottom right of your screen.
FAQs
FAQs
What is included?
Standard inclusions: Wrapped canvas 20" x 16" artwork, stretched onto a timber frame. One dog per piece
Why do I choose only 2 colours?
We want to you be part of the creative process - it is yours forever after all! The artist uses a greyscale process to analyse light, shadows and undertones that are not visible to the naked eye. This process helps identify the photo with the best results. From here the artist uses their experience in colour theory to complete the piece with a third complimentary colour.
I have a particular photo I want to use. Why do I have to send 3-4?
The greyscale analysis finds undertones and shadows we can't see with the naked eye. Having some options can ensure the artist can deliver the best possible results. If you are interested to know if a particular photo you love will make a great portrait, send your photo to topdog@dogsht.com.au and we can have a look for you.
Can I add an additional dog?
Yes, this is possible. The artist can allow 1 extra dog per piece at a cost to be determined case by case.
Why? The most time and detail is in the face of the dog. Adding another dog will take some more hours of work by the artist. Overcrowding the artwork will undermine its quality.
Is shipping free?
It sure is! Australia-wide. We send you a tracking number once your order is ready for shipment
How is it sent safely?
Once completed and given a final quality check we pack your artwork with care for shipment. Your canvas will be packed in corrugated cardboard for safe transit. Double wall, folded corners, corrugated insert and lid.
*DON'T cut through the cardboard when you receive it
*DO capture your reaction of seeing your portrait for the first time - make a loved one useful and have them film you.
What if it gets damaged?
Once the artwork is home, we trust you'll take good care of it! Please follow the opening parcel instructions above and in the description.
If your artwork is damaged in transit, please contact us at topdog@dogsht.com.au
Shipping & Returns
Shipping & Returns
Processing time: We're committed to fulfil your custom order within 10 days of your order being placed. As your artwork is made to order , by placing an order you acknowledge the fulfilment times.
Order placement & creation:
Day 0-2: Photo selection and greyscale analysis
Day 2-8: Creation commences
Day 7-8 (no later than): You'll receive progress report of your portrait. How exciting!
Day 9-10: Final touches are done on your portrait before being packed for shipment
Shipping costs: This product comes with FREE shipping Australia-wide
Exchanges/Returns: We hope you love your one of a kind portrait when it arrives at your doorstep. There are no reimbursed returns or exchanges on this item for change of mind.
By placing an order you acknowledge the elements that are at the artist discretion.
FREE shipping Australia-wide.
Yes, it's $749. We've compared with similar offers out there and we are by far making pet portraits accessible and affordable. Others are selling same size, and smaller pieces between $1,000 and $2,100.
Pickup available at South Melbourne Market
Usually ready in 24 hours
