Producing a finished, commissioned portrait is a process that takes time.
I work mainly from photographs so one or two photo shoots are required.
I go over the photos with the client to pick the most suitable pose.
When possible it is very helpful to do a small color study from life.
As the portrait develops I will e-mail photographs to keep you informed of the progress and
allow you to see what the finished piece will look like.
This helps to avoid extensive re-working of the painting on delivery.
I require a 50% non-refundable deposit to begin the portrait and the balance on delivery.
I prefer blank backgrounds for most subjects but will consider a more complex background for
an additional fee depending on the intricacy.
I make my own frames and all portraits come framed.
Each frame is finished with composition gold metal leaf and most portraits require at least
a small amount of corner ornamentation. See my frame page.
On delivery of your painting you may change the frame but I do not offer any refunds for framing.
Additional expenses include travel expenses incurred and shipping.
I will pay initial shipping expenses, including insurance, using a local professional art shipper.
If the painting needs to be returned for changes all further shipping expenses will be the
responsibility of the client.
Price List
| Head and shoulders | $3000 |
| Half figure | $4000 |
| 3/4 figure | $5500 |
| Full figure | $7500 |
| Multiple figures | negotiable |
| Complex backgrounds | negotiable |
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"Portrait of Jennifer"
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