Portrait painting

I like to keep things simple, so here is my 4 step plan to recieve your very own commission.

STEP 1

Let's meet - either in person or over a video call. I'll ask lots of questions so I can fully understand what you want, and give you a ballpark figure for the commission.

STEP 2

If you'd like a full figure portrait, you'll recieve a concept sketch and give me the go ahead, or tell me what needs to change. (We can review until you're happy)

STEP 3

You'll recieve an invoice and pay a deposit so I can begin to create your portrait. (You can see my prices below.)

STEP 4

You'll recieve the finished painting, delivered to your door.

Prices

Prices are bespoke depending upon what you want, but this will give you an idea.Line drawings start at £100

Mini portraits (15x15cm) start at £125

Oil Paintings (20x30cm) start at £300

Refer a friend: And I'll give you 10% off the price of your commission

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Frequently Asked Questions

Here are some answers to some of the most common questions I get asked.

I love to use oil paints but occasionally use acrylics and Posca Pens.

I like to paint on paper and have found a wonderful Japanese paper called Awagami Washi that is both delicate and strong and works wonderfully with oil paint. I can work on other papers on request. And I also work on canvas or board.

I generally use WhatsApp and like to send progrerss pictures as the painting develops. I love to get feedback and make sure the painting really hits the spot.

I'm happy to use email and phone if preferred.

I could also get your painting framed so it's delivered ready to hang. I use a local company and will charge cost plus a 15% handling fee. I can help you choose a framing solution once the painting is complete.

Painting from my studio in Brighton, I can usually paint a line drawing within 1-2 weeks.  Oil paintings will take a longer time frame, dependant on size and complexity this could be anything from 4-12 weeks. This includes drying time.

Sometimes you need a last minuite gift. I have an express service where I can turn a portrait around in 24 hours. These would be using acrylic paint and could be a mini portait or line drawing.  I will then ship on the fastest possible service.

If for whatever reason you are not happy with the end result (and this has never actually happened) I won't charge the final amount, although the initial deposit is non refundable.

Postage and packaging is charged at cost. I am happy to ship world wide.

I pack paintings in robust packaging and use a tracked services so you can be guarenteed your painting will arrive saftley.

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