Frida Kahlo
"I leave you my portrait so that you will have my presence all the days and nights that I am away from you."
CUSTOM PORTRAITURE
Featured Works in Soft Pastel and Acrylic
FROM PHOTO TO FINE ART
I've always been a people watcher. I can get lost in the study of a face. I'm a true empath who unconsciously mimics those with whom I'm engaged. Portraiture, the study of the face and all that it reveals beyond its physical plane is the ultimate artistic expression for me. It feels like the start of a relationship - discovering the essence of a person and becoming completely enamored of all that they are.
THE PROCESS
I ask for a few clear images and discuss which would really be best to use for most successful results. I prefer images to be sent electronically whenever available. Color images and head shots where eyes are clearly seen usually result in most beloved paintings. As they say, the eyes are the windows to the soul! I prefer to render a clean background in white, black or color to keep the focus on the subject, but if a scenic background is preferred, the option can be discussed.
Once we agree upon a photo source, I'll require a non refundable 25% deposit. The process of pre-sketching and planning to actual committment to the final piece may take as long as 3 to 4 weeks depending on size, medium and commission workload. I share my work during the process so that you have a sense of how I'm interpreting your subject, and with a reply of affirmation, I'll continue to completion and request the balance of payment before shipping.
We can begin with an email or clicking on one of the sample product listings below. We'll continue with discussions of photos you are considering turning into a painting then the work can begin!
PRICE LIST
GRAPHITE OR CHARCOAL DRAWINGS:
On artist's dry media paper in simple white matte. The composition is of one subject alone and no background suggestion at all
• 9x12 window single matte to 12x16 outside measurement: $500.00
SOFT PASTEL PAINTING:
On artist's dry media paper in simple white matte. The composition is subject only, and often without any background at all.
• 6x8 window matted to 8x10 outside measurement: $400.00
• 9x12 window matted to 12x16 outside measurement: $600.00
Pricing for larger sizes and multiple subjects available upon request.
WATERCOLOR OR ACRYLIC PAINTINGS:
Priced by size and composition upon request.
Oscar Wilde
"Every portrait that is painted with feeling is a portrait of the artist, not of the sitter."