custom illustrated portrait gift by Tara Boone — Boonie’s Besties
Get Your Own Bestie.
A fully custom hand-drawn illustration
by Tara Boone.
Just like the girls, but starring someone you love.
Or yourself.
Only 5 commissions taken per month. Spots go fast.
MAYA
What Is This, Exactly?
Your person.
Illustrated.
Custom illustrated portrait gift
You know that friend who has one very specific thought she cannot keep to herself? The one with the signature glasses and the hoodie she wears to everything? She deserves to be in the cast.
Custom Bestie is a fully bespoke illustration created just for you; same warmth, same wit, same hand-drawn character as the original Besties. Just personalized for your person.
It makes the most ridiculously good gift. It also makes a perfectly reasonable treat for yourself. We’re not here to judge. We’re here to draw.
Here is my friend, Delores!
Your Bestie
goes here.
Tell us who she is.
Tara will handle the rest.
The Process
How it works
01
Tell Us About Her
Fill out the form below. The more personality you give us, the better the illustration.
- Her name
- Personality in a few words
- Signature look & vibe
- The one thought she can’t keep in
- A photo for reference
02
Tara Gets To Work
Allow 2–3 weeks for your illustration to be created. Good things take time.
Tara has thoughts about rushing.
- 50% deposit secures your spot
- You’ll get a confirmation email
- Updates along the way
03
Meet Your Bestie
You’ll receive a preview for approval.
- Preview sent for approval
- One revision round included
- Final sign-off before delivery
04
She’s Yours
Receive your high resolution digital file, ready to print, frame, put on a tote or just stare at lovingly.
- High-res digital file delivered
- Print her anywhere
- Frame her everywhere
It goes kinda like this:
ME
Drawn
thought
Do stuff your future self will thank you for but also wear the good underwear.
Ta-Da
Who Is This For?
Honestly, any excuse to give a custom illustrated portrait gift
🎂 Birthdays
👯 Best Friend Gifts
🌸 Mother’s Day
💅 Treating Yourself
🏆 Client Appreciation
✨ Just Because
Just to brighten someone’s day!
Custom Besties aren’t just for birthdays and fun.
They’re for the big moments too.
Here is my friend, Misty!
A Few Things To Know
The Details
Limited Spots
Tara takes only 5 custom commissions per month. Spots fill quickly so book early so you’re not devastated.
Deposit Required
A 50% deposit is required to secure your spot. The remaining balance is due before final delivery.
Personal Use Only
Digital files are licensed for personal use. Commercial licensing is available, just ask.
One Round of Revisions
One revision round is included. Tara has a lot of thoughts and so does your Bestie. We encourage you to be specific upfront.
Photos
It’s selfie time. A reference photo helps Tara capture specific details- hair, glasses, that signature expression. Looking straight at the camera. Send me a selfie.
Rush Orders
Need a Bestie immediately? Rush orders are available for an additional fee. Because sometimes you cannot wait 2–3 weeks. We get it.
Investment
The Custom Bestie
$250
Digital file only. Print her anywhere. Frame her everywhere.
- High resolution digital illustration file
- One revision round included
- Personal use license
- Delivered in 2–3 weeks
- Great gift for your friends!
My friend, Vanessa.
Ready?
Tell me about her.
I’ll draw the rest.
Fill out the form below and I will be in touch within 48 hours to confirm your spot and send your deposit link.
P.S. Yes, you can commission yourself. Dottie did.
The Form
Tell us everything.
Tara will be in touch within 48 hours to confirm your spot and send a deposit link. No payment is collected through this form.
Every custom illustrated portrait gift is created entirely by hand by Tara Boone. The same artist behind the original Boonie’s Besties cast. No templates, no AI, no shortcuts. Just Tara, your photo, and a whole lot of personality captured in one original illustration. Custom portraits make the perfect birthday gift, best friend gift, Mother’s Day gift, or completely justified treat for yourself. Digital file delivered in 2 to 3 weeks. Only 5 commissions taken per month. Spots go fast.