DO

• Take reasonably large photographs (to capture as much detail as possible)

• Take a few photos to capture your pet's personality and appearance. (Note: I will most likely focus on one photo for the painting so please indicate if you have a favourite)

• Make sure your photos are in focus! (Very important so I can put in the details)

• Take photographs at eye-level with your pet (to keep a natural-looking and more attractive angle)

• Use bribery! (Treats can work as a great incentive to keep and direct your pet's attention, toys too)

• Upload your photos and check them to see how good they are in case you need to take more

• For sketches, as this are grey-scale, a good contrast between light and dark areas will make for a more effective portrait

DON'T

• Use Flash (as it tends to create an unnatural lighting and red-eye)

• Take photos in dark or dim areas as this will lead to blurred images

• Take photographs looking down at your pet (this isn't a good angle and makes for an 'unnatural looking' portrait)