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Tips, ideas and explanations about turning your own photo into art: from choosing the right photo to finding the perfect gift.

Practical advice from the team behind Get Your Print Together.

Bay horse with a black mane looking over a wooden stable door with a name plate reading 'Bella', in warm evening light

2 October 2026

Gifts for horse lovers: 21 ideas they will actually use

The best gift for a horse lover is about their own horse: a portrait, a name plate or a headcollar with the horse's name. If you want something practical, pick something that gets used up, such as treats or grooming products. For a rider who has everything, a lesson or clinic is often most welcome.

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Vintage poster of an orange classic Porsche 911 on a winding mountain road beside a lake with snow-capped Alpine peaks

1 October 2026

Porsche 911 generations: every model from 1963 to today

The Porsche 911 has had eight generations: the original (1964–1973), the G-series (1974–1989), the 964, 993, 996, 997, 991 and the current 992 (since 2019). Up to and including the 993, every 911 was air-cooled; from the 996 onwards the engine is water-cooled.

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On the left the old printed photo of Fryza, a Drentsche Patrijshond, and on the right the ink and watercolour portrait made from it

30 September 2026

A portrait of a dog you have lost, made from an old photo

Yes, you can still make a portrait of a dog who has passed away from an old printed photo. Photograph the print with your phone, upload it and choose a style. That is how a print more than ten years old became a watercolour portrait of our Drentsche Patrijshond, Fryza.

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Ink and watercolour drawing of a bay horse with a black mane, with its name beneath

30 September 2026

Horse breeds: the best-known breeds and their traits

There are more than 300 horse breeds worldwide. They fall roughly into four groups: hot-bloods, warmbloods, cold-bloods and ponies. Among the best known are the Thoroughbred, the Arabian, the Quarter Horse, the Friesian and the Shetland pony.

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Portrait of a golden retriever with a long golden coat against a warm two-tone background

29 September 2026

Golden retriever vs labrador: what is the difference?

A labrador has a short, dense coat, a sturdier build and is often more energetic. A golden retriever has a long, wavy coat in shades of gold and is more sensitive and a little softer in temperament. Both are friendly, clever family dogs.

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Ragdoll cat with blue eyes painted as a Renaissance portrait, in a dark blue velvet cloak with a lace collar

29 September 2026

Ragdoll cat: personality, care, size and health

The ragdoll is a large, semi-longhaired cat with blue eyes and a remarkably calm, affectionate personality. Males usually weigh 6 to 9 kg and females 4 to 6.5 kg. A ragdoll is only fully grown at around three to four years and lives 12 to 15 years on average.

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Ink and watercolour portrait of a grey tabby cat with a white chest and green eyes

29 September 2026

How long do cats live? Cat life expectancy by breed and lifestyle

The average domestic cat lives 12 to 18 years. Indoor cats usually live longer than outdoor cats because they face fewer risks from traffic, disease and accidents. The oldest cat on record, Creme Puff, lived to 38.

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Studio portrait of a brown tabby Maine Coon with a full ruff and tufted ears against a teal and terracotta background

29 September 2026

How big do Maine Coons get? Weight, length and growth

An adult male Maine Coon usually weighs 6 to 9 kg (13 to 20 lb) and a female 4 to 6 kg (9 to 13 lb). From nose to tail tip, a Maine Coon often measures 90 to 100 cm (35 to 40 in). The breed grows slowly and is only fully grown after 3 to 5 years.

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Apricot poodle with a curly coat, painted in the style of Van Gogh in a wheat field under a swirling starry sky

29 September 2026

Dogs that don't shed: small, large and short-haired breeds

Dogs that hardly shed include the poodle, bichon frise, Maltese, shih tzu, schnauzer, Portuguese water dog and lagotto romagnolo. Their hair keeps growing and falls out very little. No dog is completely hypoallergenic, but these breeds often cause fewer symptoms.

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Golden retriever painted as a Renaissance portrait in a green velvet coat with a lace collar

28 September 2026

Custom pet portrait from a photo: styles, prices and tips

A pet portrait is made from an ordinary photo. A hand-painted portrait quickly costs several hundred euros and takes weeks; a digital portrait gives you a free preview within minutes, with posters from €31.95 and a high-resolution download for €14.95.

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Golden retriever with angel wings and a halo among soft clouds, as a memorial portrait

28 September 2026

Pet memorial ideas: 9 keepsakes that bring comfort

A meaningful keepsake of a pet who has passed away is something you see or hold every day: a paw print, their collar, a photo book or a memorial portrait on the wall. Choose what fits the way you most like to remember your pet.

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Sharp photo of a golden retriever at eye level, looking straight into the camera against a calm background

27 September 2026

Which photo works best for a pet portrait?

The best photo for a pet portrait is sharp, taken in daylight and at your pet's eye level, with the eyes clearly visible and the face not half hidden. An ordinary photo from your phone is more than good enough.

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