Original Work & Illustration

Specializing in wildlife and nature art, I’m available to make original embroidered pieces for private commission or publication.
Please see pricing below or contact me directly at grumpydogdesigns@kendallkulper.com to discuss publication rights or licensing fees.

Pricing

4” Full-color piece: $400
6” Full-color piece: $850
8” Full-color piece: $1600
Additional details (flora, etc): starting at $200

4” Black and white piece: $200
6” Black and white piece: $450
8” Black and white piece: $600

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of bird/animal can I commission?
Any you’d like! If you have your own photograph you’d like me to use, I’m happy to work off that; otherwise, I will provide reference photos from public domain and copyright-free databases.

How can I order one?
I open my commissions several times a year, usually via my mailing list. If you’re interested in commissioning a piece, please join my mailing list (sign-up below) to be alerted when I’m open again (if you don’t receive a “Welcome” email, check your spam folder!). If you have any questions about my pieces, please feel free to email me at any time!

I’m from an organization or publication interested in one of your pieces for publication. How should I contact you?
Please email me directly any time at grumpydogdesigns@kendallkulper.com to discuss licensing or reproduction!

How long does each piece take to create?
The exact time depends on the complexity of the piece. A six-inch piece takes between twenty-five and forty hours of work, not including prep time, preliminary sketches, and finishing. I typically budget two weeks per piece.

Can I pick the color of the background?
Yes! Most of my pieces have been stitched on cotton-linen fabric from the Robert Kaufman Essex line, which is available in a wide range of colors. You can see the full range here; if you’re interested in another color, please contact me directly.

How can I learn to do this?
I offer remote and in-person embroidery instruction throughout the year! Please visit my Instruction page to learn more!

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