Portrait Painting Commission Process

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Artists can over-complicate things sometimes!  So I prefer to keep the process as simple as possible.

 

Step 1 – Scope Discussion

Give us a call and let’s discuss your budget,  and your vision  ie… formal, informal, mood, setting, clothing, size, number of people etc.

Next, if we can agree on a price, the details, put something in writing, take a deposit, I can get started! However, if possible, I prefer to do the photo session in the next step.

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Step 2 – Photo Session

Before locking in details, purchase a professional photo session with me.  Having a number of amazing professional portrait photos to use a tool is a huge plus.

Communication before, during and after the photo session allows us to hone in on the details for the painting project.

I always offer my assistance in choosing the setting, wardrobe, pose, and lighting for the subject of the painting.

It is not only how I paint on canvas that makes me an artist. It’s how I see, arrange, compose, and “feel about the subject” that are of equal importance.

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I work carefully with you to ensure that your painting will come close to your expectation, that it captures the likeness as well as the spirit of the subject.

If it’s not possible for us to do a professional photography session, I’ll consider working from your high quality photos.

Portrait sittings are welcomed if the portrait subject(s) desires to do so.

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Step 3 – Finalize Portrait Details | Price

Using our resource photos as a tool, we can experiment with different crops, and arrive at a size, and price, put something in writing, take a deposit, and get started!

I do preliminary sketches and color studies.

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Step 4 – Completion & Delivery

 

Upon completion of the painting (usually 2 weeks to 3 months depending on complexity),  balance is due in full prior to shipping. Your unframed portrait can be shipped, delivered, or picked up at our studio. Shipping or delivery cost is responsibility of client.