The information or materials I need from you will vary depending on the job. For example: If I am to paint your bag, I will of course need the bag; if I am to paint your pet, I will need at least one good photo as a template. If, on the other hand, you want me to paint your pet or favorite animal, you don't have to provide me with a photo, as this is of course more optional.
If you click on the respective offer / "product" for the orders, you will find a button "Guide for commissioned works" on each of the pages, which summarizes for you what exactly is required.
What generally always helps me are details about colors (which ones you would like to have or at least which ones you would NOT like to have) and if you particularly like a style of my previous pictures, an indication of the picture it should be based on. If the picture is for a particular occasion or is to be hung in a particular room, I would also be happy to receive details (if it is intended for a particular corner and is to be based on the furniture or colors in the room, please also include a photo of it).
For photos of you or your pet that are to be used as a template, the following applies: If possible, choose poses that should also be in the picture. The photo should be clear and in high resolution (a photo from a smartphone is usually sufficient) and you or the animal should be clearly recognizable. If you want to be in the picture with your pet, you can send separate photos of the two of you - you don't have to be in the picture together on the template. However, I will give you feedback if something doesn't fit.