FAQ

Event Orders & Artwork

Do I need to have an event to order a custom piece of art?

Nope! You do not need to have an event to order a custom pet or home/venue painting. This is an additional service that I offer but is not necessary if you would like to have an original painting by Meagan Rose Design.

What if I don't have pets but want artwork for a signature drink menu?

Signature drink menus do not need to include pets to work! If you have special drinks for your event and just want painted artwork to go with it, we can make that happen. Alternatively, you can also just have the pets and no drink paintings if your budget only fits for two minis. We have options of 2 or 4 mini pieces, which result as 4x6 inch paintings. Please see the Custom Shop for pricing details.

Additionally, you could have an original painting by Meagan Rose Design of anything else, such as the venue, as the artwork on a signature drink menu. Please note that the original artwork is the bulk of what you pay for. Design services are an optional part of the custom shop experience.

Do you order invitations for me? 

I can, but it's not preferred. I will send you PNG files that you can use to upload to your own preferred printing facility. I have had the best luck with Zazzle and VistaPrint, but I encourage you to do your own research to decide the best printing service for your budget. If you request to have me print for you, I will issue an invoice for exact reimbursement, but please be aware that if there are any issues with the outcome of the printing that you will take full responsibility for contacting the company and issuing a reorder.

Can you design more than just invitations and signature drink menus?

Absolutely! Once I have completed the original artwork, I can place it in any kind of design that you desire. I have created designs for RSVP cards, napkins, and even a venue map. Please be sure to include your ideas in your initial request message for what you want the artwork on.

Can I make my own designs from your artwork?

Yes, you do not need me to create your designs if you wish to do it yourself. I will provide you with the PNG files, along with the physical originals that you can also photograph or scan them yourself. If you wish to add my logo to any designs for artist credit, please feel free to email me a request for my logo options!

 

Custom Order Specifics

What do I need to submit for a custom order?

All custom orders are painted from photo reference. Therefore, you must submit clear and of good quality photos to ensure accuracy of the subject. Photos also must display the subject in the desired position (i.e. a dog with its tongue out will be painted that way, and vise versa).

Can you make any edits if something isn't exactly as I want it in my photo reference?

I can make some edits (i.e. adding plants to houses, placing a pet in a different setting/background, zooming in, removing objects, etc.) pending an additional charge. 
If you wish to have multiple pets in one painting and made to look like they are posing together, I will need all images to be clear and taken from a similar vantage point. 

Other details, such as a printed address below a house portrait may be added at no additional cost. Please email meaganrosedesign@gmail.com for other inquiries. 


Sizing details

While the standard is 8x10", the maximum size for watercolor paintings are 9x12". You may visit the custom page for pricing details for your project. Please note that all paintings by default have a 1/2 inch border to allow room for framing.

Care instructions

Once a painting is completed and dried, watercolors are sealed with a wax medium that helps protect against color-fade from sun exposure. To ensure further protection, I ask my customers to not display artwork in an area where it will have direct sunlight for long periods of time. Avoid the use of gallery wall lamps. 

Gift wrapping and packaging

All watercolor paintings are packaged in a clear sleeve with cardboard sheet to keep the painting flat and parent folding and water damage when shipped. You will also find a personal “thank you” card along with my business card. 

If the painting is a gift, please email meaganrosedesign@gmail.com with the recipients name and the occasion for the gift.