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Do you want to commission a portrait?

If you find yourself wanting to give a unique and one of a kind gift that touches the heart and captures the spirit of your loved one, then consider giving a hand-painted portrait.

If a picture says a thousand words, then perhaps a portrait says
“I really love you and wanted you to have something created especially for you, that will last a lifetime.”

I offer high-quality oil portraits designed to be treasured for generations, with prices starting at $1,000 for a small painting. Price is based on the following criteria: the number of people or pets in the painting; how much of each subject is to be depicted; the size of the actual painting itself; the intricacy of clothing, jewelry and props; and the complexity of the background setting.

 Well, obviously, I can't charge you $1,000,000.00 for a painting.  But I would say to you what I’d say to my family.  In giving your best, with your whole heart… don’t think in terms of dollar signs.  Think: quality, and workmanship, and consider how my joy will this bring to the recipient.

 Having a portrait created is an engaging and delightful process. I strive to understand your vision through email and phone communication. I'm here to answer your questions about pricing, clothing choices, setting options, mood preferences, and the ideal size for your portrait to harmonize with your space.

 My aim is to create exquisite oil portrait commissions, following a meticulous procedure to meet the highest standards.

 I typically work from high-resolution digital files, unless that's not possible.

 If you'd like a photoshoot, it's available for $250, which includes travel time in the New Orleans or Baton Rouge areas. (This fee is deducted from the portrait's deposit.)

Clients are often pleased to discover that the portrait sitting typically lasts less than 2 hours. During this session, I capture 100-200 photos. From this collection, I carefully curate the best images. After editing, I'll send you the best photos.

Size and estimates are determined once we know the photo(s) that will be used.

To start a commission, a 50% deposit is required upfront.

Then the painting process begins.

I will happily work with you to accommodate small changes. Your satisfaction is my primary concern.

A portrait is a very time-consuming process. Painting time will usually average 4-5 weeks with one or two subjects in the painting. Allow 2 to 3 months for portraits with several people. A complicated background can add even more time to the process. These are merely general guidelines aimed at helping you understand the allotted time. These time frames apply unless you're getting a very small portrait, a larger one with much intricate detail, or if I am working on several projects.

Updates will be sent to you throughout the progress.

Delivery of portrait to the Jindal family.

In the end the painting will be as original and priceless to the owner as the people within it.

It will be a true heirloom, enjoyed for generations to come.

 

The remaining balance due upon completion. Feel free to reach out for more details about your specific portrait needs.

 Any travel, framing and shipping expenses and sales tax are in addition to the portrait estimate.

 

 

 

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MEMBER OF THE PORTRAIT SOCIETY OF AMERICA 

MEMBER OF THE INTERNATIONAL GUILD OF REALISM