{"title":"Art, Kits \u0026 Workshops","description":"\u003cp\u003eOriginal art inspired by the Maritimes, created in Saint John, New Brunswick. Shop art prints, ornaments, paint-your-own art kits, and custom pet portraits from The Blue Pelican.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWant to paint with us? Join one of our in-person workshops in Saint John, like our Paint Your Pet Workshop, and leave with a piece of art you made yourself.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLooking for more to do? Our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/events-at-the-blue-pelican\"\u003eevents page\u003c\/a\u003e lists everything coming up at The Blue Pelican, including free events open to the public and events with paid registration.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"oyster-ornament","title":"Oyster Ornament","description":"\u003cp\u003eHand-hucked oyster shell, with unique art and gilded gold edges.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TheBluePelican","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46187136221417,"sku":"","price":7.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"workshop-pop-art-pets","title":"Paint Your Pet Workshop","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYour pet deserves to be famous. Let's make it happen!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eIn this hands-on, in-person pet portrait painting workshop in Saint John, you'll learn to paint your favourite furry, feathered, or scaly family member in bold, vibrant pop art style. Hosted right here at The Blue Pelican, Saint John City Market! Acrylic on canvas, zero experience required. No art degree, no prior painting experience, no problem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eWe're not teaching realism, we're teaching freedom. This is a fun, expressive, and completely beginner-friendly art workshop where you'll create a bold, artistic interpretation of your pawfect pet, not a carbon copy. Think vivid colour, bold strokes, and something that's uniquely, unmistakably yours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eJust upload a photo of your pet and we'll guide you through everything; from sketching your pet's portrait onto canvas to choosing your pop art palette and bringing it to life with acrylic paint. 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Now the rest of the world can too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a one-of-a-kind, hand-painted portrait of your pet in acrylic paint. Created from your favourite photo and turned into custom artwork, by hand. Whether your good boy has main character energy, judges silently from their favourite resting spot, or simply deserves the spotlight, I will capture their personality (and those ridiculous quirks) in a piece you'll love forever.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePhotographers \u0026amp; Nature Enthusiasts - do you have a great picture you would love turned into art? I love painting animals in nature too! As each reference photo and subject are different, and you might want an unusual size, I provide you with a custom quote for this type of art.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow It Works\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSend us your favourite photo using these tips:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood lighting with minimal extreme shadows (especially if your pet is dark) - shadows are good, extreme shadows are not - please, no backlit images\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEveryone chooses what they think is the best \"portrait\" but I prefer to work with your pet's personality - the tongue sticking out, the curled lip against their favourite toy, wide eyes catching a treat mid-air. Don't be afraid to show how your pet lived in the moment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eI reimagine the composition and colours, taking into account what you want included and your decor style. Be mindful that I use bold, unexpected colours and I underpaint all my portraits - meaning that spots of unexpected colour peak through. Please zoom in on all of the examples shown to see if you can spot the underpainting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eI sketch\/paint your pet in a quick, rough thumbnail portrait for you to approve before making the final art.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou get progress updates along the way, because surprises are for birthdays, not for commemorating your pet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinal portraits are shipped ready to frame (meaning without hanging hardware). We recommend using a floating frame without glass. If you prefer us to frame a piece, we will work with you to make that happen!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurnaround Time \u0026amp; Shipping\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease allow 2-3 weeks from order to delivery. If you need it sooner, message me before ordering so I can see what magic I can work.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe ship our products wrapped in biodegradable plastic shrink-film, with protective corrugated cardboard inside a corrugated cardboard box. We ask that you select a reputable carrier for shipping at checkout - our favourite is UPS. We do not advise using the USPS due to lengthy delivery timelines and lost packages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePhoto Rights\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy submitting a reference photo, you confirm it's either your own photo, or you have the thumbs-up from whoever took it. Once your painting is complete, it's yours to love - frame it, gift it, post it - send it on a family Christmas card. The final painting is created as an original artistic interpretation for your personal use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere's the fine print that I have to say - I hold onto the creative rights to the original artwork and copies of the original artwork, along with any drafts, files, sketches and digital files. Your purchase includes the physical piece plus full personal-use rights. Likewise, I will not use images of your pet, or your final art, unless I have express permission to share on my website or social media or a licensing agreement for commercial use. Down the road, if you decide to use the art on merchandise, prints, or anything sold commercially, please reach out to us for a simple licensing agreement. It would be great for both of us to celebrate your pet and the art. Just like we respect the photographer who took the photo and ask for permission, I ask for the same respect when it comes to my creative work. 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