Commissions
Portrait Commissions - My objective as a portrait artist is always to create a memorable, personalized work of art. I’ve always enjoyed painting and drawing portraits both as a creative endeavor and a technical exercise.
To that end, my works are more than just a copy of a person’s photograph. I strive to bring each portrait to life in a way that a photograph can’t, making you feel like you can reach out and touch them (but please don’t touch the pastel paintings, they will smudge!). I typically spend 15-20 hours on each portrait, capturing not only the person’s likeness, but their personality and mood, the sparkle in their eyes, the quirkiness of their smile. I achieve this effect through various blending, layering. line and shading techniques. The end result is an image that looks more alive than any photograph ever could.
Pricing & Requirements - Pricing depends on a number of factors, but here are the base guidelines that I used for initial estimates.
$3 per square inch for one person and adjusted per additional person.
A 15%, non-refundable deposit is required.
Price Includes:
30-60 minute consultation - We discuss and agree upon a source photo, medium, dimensions. This can be done in office, by phone, or zoom.
Professional matting for pastel paintings - single color, single layer with acid free backing; All materials are archive quality. Additional layers and options are extra.
Acrylic paintings include a professional grade, deep edge cotton or linen canvas with fully wrapped side and back edges.
Pastel Portraits
Acrylic Paint
Duo - Mixed Media - Graphite/Colored Pencil
