Please note: This listing covers the 50% down payment to begin your custom portrait. The remaining balance will be invoiced and is due upon completion of the artwork.

Turn your favorite photos into timeless works of art with a custom pastel portrait by Valerie Heim. Whether it’s a beloved pet, a cherished family member, or a special memory, Valerie captures not only the likeness, but also the warmth, personality, and emotion that make your subject unique.

This listing represents the 50% deposit required to begin your commission. The remaining balance is invoiced once your portrait is complete.

Each portrait is:

• Drawn from your photo with careful attention to detail, color, and light
• Hand-rendered in pastels, resulting in a rich, vibrant, and expressive finish
• Delivered as a physical piece unmatted

Commission Pricing

Pricing is based on size:

• 8 × 10 – $200
• 9 × 12 – $270
• 11 × 14 – $385
• 16 × 20 – $800

How Payment Works

This product listing represents the 50% deposit required to begin your portrait.

• Add the listing for your chosen size to your cart and complete checkout to secure your commission.
• Once your artwork is finished, Valerie will send you an invoice for the remaining balance.
• The final portrait will be shipped after the balance is paid.

(Example: An 8×10 portrait is $200 total. You’ll pay $100 now as your deposit, and $100 when the artwork is complete.)

The Process

1. Choose Your Photo – Select a clear, meaningful image you’d like transformed into art.
2. Email Valerie to Begin – She will work with you to confirm details and format.
3. Secure Your Spot – Pay your 50% deposit through this listing.
4. Final Touches – Valerie completes your portrait, and you’ll receive an invoice for the balance.
5. Receive Your Portrait – Your matted artwork arrives, ready to frame and enjoy.

Whether it’s a heartfelt gift or a keepsake for yourself, a portrait by Valerie is more than art—it’s a lasting memory you can hold onto.

Have questions or want to confirm details first?

Email Valerie at valerieheimartistry@gmail.com with your photo and any size/timing questions—she’ll review and advise with no obligation. When you’re ready, come back to this page to place the 50% deposit and secure your spot.