PET PORTRAITS FOR HOPE ANIMAL RESCUE

We’re teaming up with Hope Animal Rescue for a charity tattoo event

Brian Parrillo is offering two custom pet portrait tattoos (approx. 3–3.5 inches) at a discounted rate ($800). Instead of paying us, you’ll make a direct (tax-deductible!) donation to Hope Animal Rescue.

Details:

Black & grey realism in Brian’s style (see his pet portrait portfolio here)

Face/neck-up only (no full body)

Size: approx. 3–3.5 inches

Pricing: $800. Discounted compared to Brian’s normal rate (and your payment is a direct donation to Hope, so it is tax-deductible)

All species welcome!

How It Works:

  • Apply using the form below with clear, high-quality reference photos of your pet and your preferred tattoo placement (see guidelines below).

  • The form will stay open for about 2 weeks before we close it and review all submissions.

  • Brian will select two participants based on photo quality and placement. We’ll contact you by email.

  • If selected, you’ll make your donation directly to Hope Animal Rescue. We will confirm the donation with them, then we’ll book your appointment. Donations must be completed by September 15, 2025 and tattoos must be completed before December 31, 2025.

Why we chose Hope

Ethereal’s Shop Manager, Annika, worked in animal sheltering for years, and part of her job was finding rescue placement for dogs. Hope often took the dogs no one else would. They also take in many pit bulls, specifically. Brian’s and Annika’s first dogs, respectively, were pit bulls from shelters, and they now share a home with a pit bull, Hawthorn, and a cat, Eddie. Pit bulls are overrepresented in shelters and face many barriers to adoption, so partnering with a group that loves and advocates for them the way Hope does was an easy choice.

SELECTION CRITERIA

Brian will be choosing just two portraits for this promotion. Selection will be based on two main factors:

Reference Photo Quality (most important!)

The quality of your pet's reference photo is the biggest factor in being selected. Please attach the very best photo of your pet that meets these guidelines:

Good Lighting
Use natural light or bright, even indoor lighting. Avoid shadows, harsh contrasts, or overly dim settings. Especially if your pet has dark fur!

High Quality
The photo should be clear, sharp, and not blurry. Make sure the details of your pet’s fur, eyes, and features are easy to see.

Close-Up and Detailed
A close-up of your pet’s face is ideal, with the entire face visible and in focus. Photos that capture your pet’s unique expression or personality work best.

Tattoo Placement

Placement matters for how well the design will fit and heal. Brian’s favorite placement for portraits is the inner forearm because it provides a flat, even surface with great visibility and detail retention over time, but other options may work.

TIMELINE

  • Applications Open: August 19, 2025

  • Applications Close: August 31, 2025

  • Tattoo Must be Completed By: December 31, 2025*

    • *Donation Must be Made + Appointment Must Be Booked By: September 15, 2025

CHARITY PET PORTRAIT APPLICATION

Multiple Pets?
If you have more than one pet you’d like tattooed, you’re welcome to submit multiple application forms — one per pet — for consideration.

All Species Welcome
Dogs, cats, rabbits, birds, reptiles — if they’re your pet, they’re eligible for this promotion.