FEES:
Portraits in the style of Traditional Fine Oil start at $6800 and generally measure 32"w by 48" tall.
A standard family portrait starts at $4800 and often measures 24"w by 36" tall. Framing, travel, applicable
taxes and shipping expenses are in addition to the base fee.
The Purpose of Art:
The decision to commission a portrait is not one born from vanity - but rather from the desire to celebrate
an aspect of Love, Life or Achievement. For many there is a person or a moment in time, having such profound
importance, we simply cannot forget. In our Studio we attempt to capture and escort these feelings from a place within -
to the Artist's Canvas. It's a careful journey. One that involves collaboration, skill, research, patience
and yes, to steer the ship correctly, even some trial and error. No portrait is complete until the story is told. And you are always the final arbiter of the result.
The Portrait Process - painting from life:
We enjoy painting from Life when a subject's schedule and age allows. Block 2 to 3 days for a
professional sitting in your home environment and we'll travel to you. Together, the Artist and Sitter will
collaborate on wardrobe, setting, props, poses, lighting and potential backgrounds which all contribute to the subject's
story. A compositional sketch and head study will be completed (generally within a day) and photographs taken if the
portrait is to be completed back in our studio. Rendering time for the finished canvas is 6 to 8 weeks
(faster if needed for an event).