The risk is yours, I will always do my best, but my best may not be what you envisage at the onset of the commission.
“The artist herself is often surprised at the finished work of art. She cannot tell “how it happened”, nor could she repeat the feat at someone’s bidding”.
quote John F Carlson (modified by a feminist!)
Portraits
Standard sizes 120cm x 80cm or 90cm x 60cm, though sizes can be specified.
Position: Full frontal, ¾ view or side profile. Head and shoulders.
Colours: Please choose one of my artworks which colour palette you prefer.
Lighting: Lighting is of prime importance, as shadows show contours of the face, aiding in creating depth of emotion in an artwork.
Facial expression: Relaxed, comfortable and at ease, feeling themselves and pensive. It is best to look slightly past the camera lens.
Photography: I am able to take the photographs, however, an additional charge will be incurred.
My style: I work in Alla Prima – meaning that I paint quickly and spontaneously (even if a little calculated at the beginning).
Price for portraits from photographs: (A quote will be drawn up for each artwork. )
For larger portraits approx R30 000 (US$1600)
For smaller portraits approx R16 000 (US$860) excluding varnishing and delivery costs.
Price for sitting portraits: A quote will be drawn up after discussions.
Commissons for Scapes and Abstracts will be priced following a briefing from the client.
Payment: To begin the commission a 50% deposit is required prior to commencing. The final 50% is required on delivery.
Delivery: Delivery costs are not included. Transported rolled or stretched will influence costs.