Embrace all the loose threads, small holes and grubby marks of a much-loved teddy with a handmade watercolour toy portrait on recycled cotton-rag paper.
Working from photographs, draw the line illustrator Gaby will capture the personality and good looks of any child’s (or adult’s!) cuddly toy in a stylised illustrated portrait.
These watercolour paintings add a splash of colour and personality to any nursery, making them a perfect christening or first birthday gift. They also make meaningful gifts for a partner, parent or particularly nostalgic grown-up!
Gaby can include up to four teddies in each A5 painting, combining multiple reference photographs, so get creative! You could unite different generations of toys, commemorate an old pal who got left on the bus, or use the opportunity to remind yourself what your scraggly friend looked like in their former glory.
Please note that no frame is included.
Paintings come on hand-made, recycled, off-white cotton-rag paper with stunning texture and raw edges. Artwork can be oriented portrait or landscape to suit you.
HOW TO ORDER
~ After placing your order, upload at least one high quality photograph of your cuddly toy(s) in 'my orders' > 'contact the seller'.
~ If you would like to include the toy's name in the painting, remember to provide that at this stage as well.
~ You can also note whether you've a preference for page orientation.
THINGS TO BEAR IN MIND
~ Please take note of the estimated delivery date. Leadtimes can vary as all products are handcrafted.
~ Toys will appear in the pose shown in the reference photograph(s) provided so make sure the angle is good and there are no cropped edges.
~ This product is an illustration not a fine-art portrait; style and personality will prioritised over an exact likeness.
~ This product is an original artwork not a pristine print; paintings may contain minor smudges from the making process.
~ The paintings shown in the images are examples of my work and are not themselves for sale.
