We can print any type of hull with a photo of your boat and a few details from you. From Alerion Yachts to Zeelander Sport Cruisers, we've got it covered. Choose between our Standard Flush Deck Half Hull Print or Half Hull Print With Deck Details for an additional fee. Struggling to find a photo? No worries. Upload any reference image, and we'll contact you for the details.
Our Standard Flush Deck Half Hull Print, offered with our standard custom art fee, is drawn to include all details from the sheer line down. Add deck details, including rails, winches, cleats, hatches, and cabin, for an additional fee.
Find the best profile picture of your boat that captures the entire hull. Use a high quality phone camera for a clear, high-resolution image. Don't have a photo? If your boat is a well-known model or class, we can typically find enough reference imagery to get the lines just right. Simply upload the best photo you can find, and we'll handle the rest.
Use the custom product form above to upload your photo and provide us with some personalization details. We ask for class/model name, model year, hull number, and name of your vessel. We also give you the opportunity to add a caption to your print, choose a size, and add a frame.
We get to work within 24 hours to create your half hull print, expertly applying all of the hull details found in your photo and the personalization information that you provided to us.
We'll send you a digital proof for your approval, and we'll make any edits that you like. Then, once you're happy with your print, we'll print, frame, and send it on its way.
We create each half hull illustration to order through a disciplined and precise process designed to produce an uncommon, highly detailed print.
From yacht club burgees to logos and crew signatures, we can add just about any custom graphic to your print.
Our black contemporary gallery frames feature solid wood mouldings from renewable forests and lightweight acrylic glazing for superior UV protection. A sawtooth hanger is included in the package. In most cases, all you'll need is a nail and a hammer to hang your print.
Your framed print is first wrapped in a layer of adhesive bubble wrap or a foam pouch and then shipped in a hinged carboard box for a pleasant unboxing experience. Prints are wrapped in tissue paper to protect them from scratches and then shipped in durable triangular kraft boxes or cardboard tubes to ensure safe delivery.
The photo of your hull is the most important part of your order. Please follow the guidelines below, so we can represent your yacht authentically.
Take a photo or choose an existing photo that is taken in daylight.
Use a smartphone or high quality camera.
Be sure the photo of your boat is taken from the side and includes as much of the keel and rudder as possible.
Do not use filters on the photos, so that we can be sure we see the correct paint colors.
Yes. Typically within 3 business days, you will receive an email asking you to review and approve your proof. We give you 24 hours to approve or request changes. After 24 hours have passed, we proceed to printing to ensure a speedy delivery.
In many cases we can find a complete set of lines from our archive or online and proceed with your order. Place your order with the best photo you can find, and we will take it from there. If for some reason we get stumped, we'll refund your order immediately with our apologies. Or, we'll create a print down to the waterline. The choice is yours.
Depending on your order, multiple items could ship separately. Framed prints need to ship individually, however prints can often be bundled together. We do our best to minimize shipping costs.
The custom art fee covers our cost to produce the custom art for your print. The fee is automatically added to cart when you order a print. This is a one-time fee per boat. These means you can order more than one print without being charged again for the artwork.
Yes. If you've ordered with us before, we can reprint your order. We save all of the artwork we produce. We'll simply need your original order number to track it down. And, you guessed it, we won't need to charge you for the custom art. If you're interested in a reprint, email us at mike@dogwatchart.com to get the ball rolling.
The boat is reproduced down to the finest details, including custom additions from casual pictures. Communication was great. Recommend.
Dogwatch Art went beyond the call of duty to ensure the accuracy of my sailboat.
One of the best “on-line” purchases I’ve ever made. Thank you Mike!
Mike, a quick note to let you know how much we appreciate your rendition of our family boat. The artwork is fantastic. Also, the pint glasses are fab.
Cheers,
Scot Strickland
Best Father's Day gift ever. The process was very simple and resulted in a unique picture of my boat. Looks great in my office.
Love it came out amazing!!
