First, e-mail me. I'll ask you to send me some photographs. There are some basic requirements. The photos must be clear and complete (do you know how many photos crop the tips of cat's ears?). I need to clearly see eye colour, hair colour, and so on. Sending a few photos is a great idea -- I may ask for additional photos. I recommend getting someone you love to take the photo: that's the energy I want to pick up on.

I generally limit my portraits to a maximum of 2 lives (2 people, 1 person + 1 dog, etc.) but of course, more is possible. I have done wedding parties of a dozen people, but we'll need to talk first (the size and the price increase). The background does not matter, it's a painting! 

A portrait can take up to 4 weeks, possibly longer depending on how busy I am and how energy is flowing in and out of my life and my work. If I have just finished a complex piece, or one completely opposite of what you want, I need a few days to clear myself of that energy and tap into yours.

  The portrait is stretched, sized, distressed and otherwise prepared according to what you'd like. It may be matted or framed, depending on our arrangements.

  I will make arrangements to meet with you again. You'll pay me the remaining 50% and you will receive a portrait you will treasure forever.

Questions? Want to order a commissioned painting? Please feel free to contact me.