This will depend upon your chosen medium.   Acrylic dries quickly and oil can take many weeks to dry.  Also, it will depend upon the time of year. If you want your furry face portrait for Christmas, then please consider ordering in plenty of time as this is a busy time in my diary.  I would suggest ordering before the end of September for me to be sure I can meet your timescales. I will always try to accommodate your timescales but if some reason this isn't possible, a Gift Voucher can be a great alternative. Delivery times are determined by my waiting list. I try to turn around a portrait within 8 weeks of receiving your order.