Frequently Asked Questions
Our most common questions are answered here. Try searching for "Photos", "Shipping", "Delivery" and more!
Shipping
We have multiple warehouses across the globe and provide fast local shipping to the following countries:
- United States (USA)
- Australia (AU)
- Canada (CA)
- United Kingdom (UK)
- New Zealand (NZ)
We offer FREE shipping on all orders over $100+ USD. For orders under this amount, we charge the following shipping fees based on your location (prices in local currency):
- USA: $15 under $100
- Australia: $25 under $150
- Canada: $20 under $150
- United Kingdom: £10 under £100
- New Zealand: $25 under $150
Once you have approved your artwork proof and completed payment, your order will be fulfilled within 3 business days, after which it’s shipped out. The shipping time depends on your location, but can be estimated as follows:
- USA: 5-8 business days
- Australia: 5-8 business days
- Canada: 7-10 business days
- UK: 3-5 business days
- NZ: 7-10 business days
Note: Most portraits are delivered within 1-2 weeks from the order date, depending on how many artwork revisions are requested. On the product page, an estimated delivery date is shown just below the 'Add to Cart' button.
Currently, we do not offer express shipping for our custom portraits.
Our 'Skip the Queue' product add-on speeds up your artwork creation and moves your order to the front of the queue for our artists to begin working on. It does not increase the courier's speed or shipping time.
You’ll receive a tracking link via email or SMS when your order ships out. You can also track your order here.
If you have any questions about your tracking or shipment, drop us a line at support@welhamandco.com.
We currently do not offer local pickups for any orders. We will deliver your order directly to the shipping address you've provided.
Unfortunately, we don’t offer gift wrapping for our portraits to avoid damage in shipment. However, if you are located in the US, you can add a gift note with your order.
Your feedback is immensely important to us!
To leave a review for your house portrait, click here.
To leave a review for your family photo portrait, click here.
To leave a review for your memorial portrait, click here.
To leave a review for your favorite place portrait, click here.
To leave a review for your wedding portrait, click here.
To leave a review for your couple portrait, click here.
To leave a review for your pet portrait, click here.
Alternatively, you can navigate to the product page and scroll to the bottom of the page where you see reviews and click the button that says "Write a Review".
Before getting in touch with us, please help us out by doing the following:
- Check your shipping confirmation email for any mistakes in the delivery address.
- Ask your local post office if they have your package.
- Stop by your neighbors in case the courier left the package with them.
Tip: Package theft is on the rise— If you're expecting a home delivery and you know you won't be home to accept it, use an address where you know you'll be!
Please note: We can only send your order to the address you have provided. If you have given us an incorrect address, and the package is delivered there, we are unable to retrieve it. Please check your address carefully on the order status page and order confirmation email before your artwork is sent for printing and shipping. Please notify us immediately if there is something wrong with the shipping address you've entered.
If the shipping address was correct, and the package wasn't left at the post office or at your neighbor’s, get in touch with us at support@welhamandco.com with your order number.
Custom Portraits
Yes, you can! When placing your order, simply select the 'Later' button on the page under the 'Upload your photos now or later?' option.
After placing your order, we'll send you an email with a link to upload your photos when you have them ready.
Make sure to check your spam or junk folders if you don’t see the email in your inbox. To ensure you receive our email, you can add us (support@welhamandco.com) to your contact list.
If you selected the option to upload your photos later, you'll receive an email with a link to upload your photos after placing your order. Simply click on the link in the email to submit your photos when you're ready.
If you don't see the email, please check your spam or junk folders. If you have any issues, feel free to contact our friendly customer support team at support@welhamandco.com.
Yes! We offer free artwork proofs on all orders. With our 'See it, love it, then pay!' ($0 upfront) payment option, you can also preview your artwork proof before paying anything.
We'll start working on your order right away and send you the artwork proof for your approval within 3 days.
We want to make sure you're 100% happy, which is why you don't pay until you approve your artwork. You may request unlimited revisions until your artwork is just the way you like it.
We want you to love your Welham & Co custom portrait!
Changed your mind about a frame size or color? Not to worry! You can change your order before you approve the artwork proof.
After you approve the proof, changes might not be possible as we typically start production right away.
Please contact our customer support team at support@welhamandco.com as soon as possible to request any changes. The sooner you reach out, the better we can help.
Note: In some cases, changes to orders may result in shipping delays.
Yes! We appreciate modern and simple art just as much as you do. If you prefer to have the artwork designed without a message, you can place your order without any text.
All of our artworks are digitally created based on the photos you provide us, and are almost identical to an actual hand-painted portrait. So all you have to do is sit back and relax while our illustrators transform your photo into a masterpiece!
Our talented design team can also enhance any images you provide or remove certain objects from photos.
Yes! Every artwork we create is digitally crafted, starting from the photos you share with us. Our process ensures that each custom art piece closely resembles a hand-painted portrait.
Whether you're looking for a realistic hand-drawn sketch, a vibrant watercolor, or a rich oil painting, we can create it. Our digital tools enable us to explore countless creative possibilities, ensuring your portrait is as unique as the memories it represents.
Just sit back and relax while our skilled artists work their magic on your photos, turning them into a stunning masterpiece! Our talented design team can also enhance and combine your images or even remove unwanted objects.
Helpful tips to get a great photo:
- Upload a clear, high resolution photo
- Avoid photos with dark lighting
- Please avoid using any filters to ensure we can color your artwork correctly
- Make sure everything you would like shown in the artwork is visible in the image
Review all of our Image Guidelines here.
We offer the following print sizes for all portraits:
- 8x10 in (20.3 x 25.4 cm)
- 12x16 in (30.5 x 40.6 cm)
- 18x24 in (45.7 x 61.0 cm)
- 24x36 in (61.0 x 91.4 cm) - Canvas only
Please note: Our canvas prints are only available in 12x16", 18x24", and 24x36" sizes.
Frame moulding size varies from 1"-1.5" (2.5-3.8 cm) depending on your portrait size. To ensure the frame does not cover any part of the artwork, the actual print size is slightly smaller.
All our frames are 0.75" (1.9 cm) thick and include hanging hardware. Our canvas prints are printed on textured, fade-resistant canvas (OBA-Free) and are 1.25" (3.2 cm) thick with hanging hardware included.
View our full Size Guide here.
Frame sizes: The sizes stated above are for the frame only - a standard margin of 1" (2.5 cm) is applied to all artwork edges. We currently do not offer custom sizes. Please refer to the list above for your preferred size.
Our canvas prints are available in the following sizes:
- 12x16 in (30.5 x 40.6 cm)
- 18x24 in (45.7 x 61.0 cm)
- 24x36 in (61.0 x 91.4 cm)
Please note: The 8x10" size is not available for Canvas prints.
All canvas prints are printed on textured, fade-resistant canvas (OBA-Free) and are 1.25" (3.2 cm) thick with hanging hardware included.
View our full Size Guide here.
We offer a variety of hardwood frames including Matte Black, White (Not available in CA) & Red Oak (US & CA only) colors. We also offer poster-only and canvas prints.
Please note: Our canvas prints are only available in 12x16", 18x24", and 24x36" sizes.
All framed portraits are expertly printed on museum-quality giclée Epson matte paper and are protected behind lightweight plexiglass. Our .75″ (1.9 cm) thick hardwood frames are sourced from renewable forests and come with hanging hardware included.
Our hand-crafted canvas prints are made with solid wood bars, printed on fade-resistant canvas (OBA-Free) and are 1.25" (3.2 cm) thick with hanging hardware included.
All framed portraits are expertly printed on museum-quality giclée Epson matte paper and are protected behind lightweight plexiglass. Our .75″ (1.9 cm) thick hardwood frames are sourced from renewable forests and come with hanging hardware included.
Please note: Frame moulding size varies from 1"-1.5" depending on portrait size.
Yes! You can upgrade your portrait to a larger size if you haven't approved the artwork proof yet.
After you approve the proof, changes might not be possible as we typically start production right away.
Please contact our customer support team at support@welhamandco.com as soon as possible to request an upgrade. The sooner you reach out, the better we can help.
Note: In some cases, changes to orders may result in shipping delays.
Yes! For any special requests, please email our support team at support@welhamandco.com.
Currently, we do not offer digital-only portraits.
All our custom portraits are hand-designed and digitally crafted before being printed on high-quality materials.
However, you can add the 'Digital Download' add-on to your order, which allows you to receive a digital copy of your artwork along with the physical print.
If you have selected the 'See it, love it, then pay!' ($0 upfront) payment option, you can still preview the artwork before deciding to pay.
We always do our best to ensure the colors of your custom portrait match the artwork proof. However, depending on your device, these colors may appear slightly different. This can be caused by the screen color settings of your device, or how the colors appear overall on your phone or monitor.
If there is a major difference between the proof and the artwork you've received, please contact our friendly support team at support@welhamandco.com.
We provide unlimited revisions based on your chosen portrait style (eg. Watercolor). An additional 'upgrade' fee will apply if you request your portrait to be illustrated in more than one style (eg. purchased a portrait in our Watercolor style but would like to see an option in Oil).
Please contact support@welhamandco.com and our team will be happy to organize your artwork style upgrade.
The Proof
Your proof is a preview of your custom artwork that you'll receive in 3 days or less after placing your order. You can request unlimited revisions until you are 100% happy - We will work with you on making your artwork perfect before we print and ship it.
Please note that all orders are sent to our print team straight away after we receive your approval, so make sure to check carefully before approving your proof.
Yes! With our $0 upfront payment option, you can now preview your custom portrait before payment. Just select the 'See it, love it, then pay!' option when placing your order - it's as simple as that!
We'll start working on your order right away and send you the artwork proof for your approval within 3 days. We want to make sure you're 100% happy, which is why you don't pay until you approve your artwork.
You will receive your artwork proof for approval in 3 days or less after your order is placed. You can request unlimited revisions until you're 100% satisfied.
Need it sooner? Purchase the ‘Skip the Queue’ add-on with your order and we’ll move your artwork to the front of the line!
Want to be first in line? Select the 'Skip the Queue' add-on with your order to speed up the artwork creation and move your order to the front of the queue for our artists to begin working on.
Note: The 'Skip the Queue' add-on does not increase your order's shipping time.
Haven't received your proof? You may need to check your spam folder. To avoid spam filters, add support@welhamandco.com to your contacts to ensure delivery to your inbox.
Please also make sure you entered the correct email address when your order was placed.
If you're still unable find your artwork proof, please email us (support@welhamandco.com) and our customer service team will help out right away.
You will receive your artwork proof to approve or request changes within 3 days after placing your order. Here's what to expect if you request any changes:
- Revisions: Most revisions are usually completed within 24-48 hours, depending on the complexity of the changes.
- Final Approval: Once you approve the final proof, your order will be ready to ship within 3 business days.
Note: The time for revisions can vary based on the changes you request and how quickly you respond.
For more details, please contact our customer support team at support@welhamandco.com.
You will receive your artwork proof to approve or request changes within 3 days after placing your order. If we do not hear back from you within 24 hours of the proof email being sent, you will receive a follow-up email. If you selected the 'See it, love it, then pay!' ($0 upfront) payment option when placing your order, we will notify you after 72 hours that your order will be canceled in 2 days unless we hear from you.
If you have already paid for your order in full and we do not hear back from you within 72 hours of the follow-up email, we will automatically send your portrait out for printing and shipping as-is.
If you need more time, please contact our customer support team at support@welhamandco.com.
Note: Please make sure to add support@welhamandco.com to your email contacts to ensure delivery to your inbox. Although rare, our email address may end up in your spam or junk folder.
You will receive your artwork proof to approve or request changes within 3 days after placing your order. To approve your proof, follow these simple steps:
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Check Your Email: Once your proof is ready, we’ll send you an email with a link to view it.
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Review the Proof: Click the link in the email to view your artwork proof. Make sure everything looks the way you want. We want to make sure you're 100% happy!
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Approve or Request Changes:
- Approve: If you’re happy with the proof, click the "Approve" button on the proof page.
- Request Changes: If you need anything changed, click the "Request Changes" button and leave a note. Our design team will make the changes and send you a new proof within 24-48 hours.
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Final Approval: Once all revisions are completed and you’re satisfied, you can give us your tick of approval. We will then proceed to print and ship your order.
Note: The time for revisions can vary based on the changes you request and how quickly you respond.
If you have any questions or need assistance, please feel free to contact our support team at support@welhamandco.com.
Once you approve your artwork proof, we'll begin production on your order. If you selected the 'See it, love it, then pay!' ($0 upfront) payment option, we'll automatically charge the payment method you provided during checkout.
Here’s what happens next:
- Production: After approval and payment (if applicable), we’ll start production on your custom portrait. This typically takes 3 business days.
- Shipping: Once your custom portrait is ready, we’ll ship it to you. You’ll receive a tracking number via email so you can follow your order’s journey.
- Delivery: You receive your masterpiece! We'll include hanging hardware so you can display your portrait proudly in your home.
Note: If you're just approving the combined photo, we will then proceed to create the final artwork proof.
If you have any questions or need further assistance, please contact our customer support team at support@welhamandco.com.
All orders are automatically sent out for printing and shipping once the artwork proof has been approved. We cannot guarantee we'll be able to make further changes after you approve the proof, so please make sure you're 100% happy with your artwork!
Please email us at support@welhamandco.com immediately if you'd like something changed, and we may be able to hold your order before it is printed. However, this is not guaranteed.
Yes! The artwork you receive will always match the proof you approved.
Note: We always do our best to ensure the colors of your custom portrait match the artwork proof. However, depending on your device, these colors may appear slightly different. This can be caused by the screen color settings of your device, or how the colors appear overall on your phone or monitor.
Combine Photos
Yes! If you'd like us to create your portrait from multiple photos, simply upload all of your images and select the 'Combine Photos' add-on when placing your order.
Note: You'll need to choose how many photos you'd like to combine, up to 10 photos.
If you have any notes for the artist, please add them when you upload your photos. We'll combine all photos digitally into one image and send to you for approval.
Once you approve the final combined photo, we'll pass it on to our design team to create your custom portrait.
Yes! If you’d like to add angel wings to your loved one, select the 'Add Angel Wings' add-on when placing your order.
Our talented artists will carefully design a pair of angel wings around your lost loved one and send to you for approval. If you have any notes for the artist, please add them when you upload your photos.
Once you approve the final combined photo, we'll pass it on to our design team to create your memorial portrait.
Yes! If you’d like to add your family to your house portrait, select the 'Add Family' add-on when placing your order.
Make sure to upload at least one photo of each person you'd like us to include in your house portrait.
If you have any notes for the artist, please add them when you upload your photos. We'll combine your family photo(s) and house photo digitally into one image and send to you for approval.
Once you approve the final combined photo, we'll pass it on to our design team to create your house portrait.
You can! If you’d like to add your pet to your custom portrait, select the 'Add Pet' add-on when placing your order.
Make sure to upload at least one photo of your pet so we can add them to your portrait. If you have any notes for the artist, please add them when you upload your photos.
When you select the 'Combine Photos' add-on, you'll be able to choose the number of photos you'd like to combine in your final portrait.
We offer several options, allowing you to combine anywhere from 2 to 10 photos. Please select the appropriate option based on the number of photos or people you wish to combine.
If you have additional reference photos you'd like to include, you can upload these as well with your order.
If you would like to combine more than 10 photos, please reach out to our friendly support team at support@welhamandco.com.
Note: If you have any notes for the artist, please add them when you upload your photos. We'll combine all photos digitally into one image and send to you for approval.
Once you approve the final combined photo, we'll pass it on to our design team to create your custom portrait.
You can combine up to 10 different photos. When selecting the 'Combine Photos' add-on, you'll need to choose how many photos you'd like to combine, up to 10 photos.
If you would like to combine more than 10 photos, please reach out to our friendly support team at support@welhamandco.com.
Yes! We'll combine all of your photos digitally into one image and send to you for approval. You can request unlimited revisions until you're 100% satisfied.
Once you approve the final combined photo, we'll pass it on to our design team to create your custom portrait.
If you purchased the 'Combine Photos' add-on, we'll send you a preview of the combined photo first - this is not the final artwork. We want to make sure you're happy with the layout before your artwork is created.
Once you approve the combined photo, we'll proceed to create your custom artwork and send a separate proof for your approval.
Discounts & Rewards
Have a discount code? To use a discount code, go to the checkout and enter the code on the first page - make sure to click 'Apply'! This is applied before payment so you can see how much you've saved.
Please note: Only one discount code can be used for each order. Please make sure to check our emails carefully for discount code terms and conditions.
Yes! You can spread the word with a $20 discount link for your friends & family, and earn $20 for every purchase they make.
Our Rewards Program allows you to earn Paint Points from different actions such as signing up, placing an order or following us on social media. Turn your Paint Points into awesome rewards such as free shipping & order discounts!
Payment Options
We offer many convenient payment options including American Express, Visa, Mastercard, UnionPay, as well as PayPal and other debit or credit cards. If you prefer to use a digital wallet, you can use Google Pay, Apple Pay, or Shop Pay.
We also offer Afterpay and Klarna, however, please note these payment providers are not available with our 'See it, love it, then pay!' ($0 upfront) payment option.
Our 'See it, love it, then pay!' ($0 upfront) payment option lets you preview your custom portrait before payment. Just select the 'See it, love it, then pay!' option when placing your order - it's as simple as that!
We'll start working on your order right away and send you the artwork proof for your approval within 3 days. We want to make sure you're 100% happy, which is why you don't pay until you approve your artwork.
Once you approve your artwork, we’ll then automatically charge the payment method you provided during checkout.
Have a discount code? To use a discount code, go to the checkout and enter the code on the first page - make sure to click 'Apply'! This is applied before payment so you can see how much you've saved.
Please note: Only one discount code can be used for each order. Please make sure to check our emails carefully for discount code terms and conditions.
We use Shopify Payments, a highly secure and encrypted payment system that keeps your information safe. We comply with all industry standards to make sure your data is protected.
We do not currently offer split payment options. For a smooth and secure purchase, please choose one payment method for each transaction.
We offer many convenient payment options including American Express, Visa, Mastercard, UnionPay, as well as PayPal and other debit or credit cards. If you prefer to use a digital wallet, you can use Google Pay, Apple Pay, or Shop Pay.
We also offer Afterpay and Klarna, however, please note these payment providers are not available with our 'See it, love it, then pay!' ($0 upfront) payment option.
The currency is based on what you select when visiting our site. When you visit our store for the first time, a pop-up will let you choose your local currency.
Note: You can also change the currency later on by scrolling down to the bottom of the page, where you'll find the currency selector.
Refunds & Returns
If you're not satisfied with your proof, simply let us know what changes you'd like to see, and our design team will make sure your artwork is picture-perfect!
You will not be charged until you approve the final proof. This means you can request as many revisions as needed without any payment. We want to make sure you love your custom portrait before we complete your order!
If you've changed your mind, let our friendly team know and we will cancel your order and refund you in full (if you've already paid for your order) - it's really that simple! You can view our full Money-Back Guarantee here.
We want to make sure you're happy with your custom portrait! If you're not 100% satisfied with the final product, contact us at support@welhamandco.com and attach a photo of the portrait you received. We will work with you on making things right.
Changed your mind? If you have chosen the 'See it, love it, then pay!' ($0 upfront) payment option, you can cancel your order at any time before or after viewing the artwork proof without any charges.
Paid for your order upfront? If you’d like to cancel your order, please contact us immediately at support@welhamandco.com and we will process your refund, in line with our 100% Money-Back Guarantee.
Please note: If you’ve approved your artwork and production has already commenced on your custom portrait, we are unable to cancel your order.
Yes! We are extremely confident that you will love your Welham & Co portrait. That’s why we offer a 100% Money-Back Guarantee.
If you are unhappy with your artwork after a proof is sent to you, we will work with you, providing unlimited revisions, until you are 100% satisfied with your artwork. However, if your portrait is still not what you envisioned, we will refund your order in full. It’s really that simple.
View our full Refund Policy here.
Due to the highly personalized nature of our products, we don't offer returns and exchanges. Each artwork is created specifically for you and your home.
However, if there's something wrong with your order, please let us know by contacting us at support@welhamandco.com and attach a photo of the portrait you received. We will work with you on making things right.
View our full Refund Policy here.
Changed your mind? If you have chosen the 'See it, love it, then pay!' ($0 upfront) payment option, you can cancel your order at any time before or after viewing the artwork proof without any charges.
Paid for your order upfront? If you’d like to cancel your order, please contact us immediately at support@welhamandco.com and we will process your refund, in line with our 100% Money-Back Guarantee.
Please note: If you’ve approved your artwork and production has already commenced on your custom portrait, we are unable to cancel your order.
Missing something from your order? Digital download file never arrived? Need help tracking something down? Please email us (support@welhamandco.com) and our customer service team will help you sort anything out right away.
We're really sorry to hear that your order arrived damaged. While it's rare, sometimes your custom portrait may get damaged in transit.
We want to make things right for you as quickly as possible! Please contact us within 48 hours of receiving your order so we can organize a replacement:
- Take Photos: Take clear photos of the entire damaged portrait. This helps us understand what went wrong and speed up the process.
- Contact Us: Email our customer support team at support@welhamandco.com with your order number, a description of the damage, and attach the photos you took.
Once we receive your email with photos, we will work quickly to organize a replacement so you can receive your perfect print.