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How to Commission Works of Art
PORTRAITS STILL LIFE LANDMARK S ARCHITECTURE

Favorite things, an important person, an historical landmark, a beautiful place, and memorable occasions make wonderful subjects for paintings in homes, offices,public spaces and institutions. Collectors can be assured of an easy, collaborative process to create a meaningful, new addition to their collection with the help of an experienced, professional artist.

GETTING STARTED

Email, call us, or visit our studio and permanent gallery at one of our Open House Weekend/Private Sale, [see Events], with an idea that moves you. We'll go over the process needed to carry it out- from the concept to production to wall placement. and estimate a price. If you approve, the artist may set up a photo shoot. Immediately after the shoot, we'll have a look at the results and select the way we envision the painting, utilizing the ideas generated in the photos. If the assignment does not involve sittings, then a rough is presented before commencement and approved for composition and content, such as a still life, castle, or florals or interiors or residences. In this case think about the season you prefer and any embellishments, like your pet on the front porch, or your favorite flower in bloom! Think what you want in your painting and we'll do our best to make it happen.

The PROCESS

For the most part the artist prefers to work without the use of photos or artificial lighting. Exceptions do occur : posthumous requests, long distance assignments, pets, or children. During the first consultation, photos are made mainly to assist in compositional decisions. Clients are asked to look at a portrait album with examples of alla prima, traditional old master, loose, two dimensional or sculptural execution, to determine their preference. All details are discussed and noted at the first consultation. The client agrees to the commission and it is placed on the artist waitlist. with an estimated time of delivery. The price quoted will be fixed if the decision is made within a reasonable time after the first consultation and the time estimate is not a rigid unless there is an event related to the delivery, and fair notice is given. After agreement between the artist and principel, sittings are arranged and the work begins.

MATERIALS

Paintings are customized to bring out the best features, colors, and setting represented. The palette also varies according to what is necessary. One painting can be done with a minimalist palette of 1 or 2 colors and some require a natural palette with close to fifty colors. In all cases, only the highest caliber of professional artists materials are used, such as Winsor & Newton, Old Holland, Holbein, Rembrandt and painted in the manner preferred by the client--impressionistic, alla prima, or in traditional classical way by layering.

PRICING AND PAYMENT

Prices are specific to a combination of factors, presented to each client with a set 'menu' of choices. Most are included in the basic fee. Some are not inherent in all works and have a separate estimate. After the composition is decided, the client is provided with a comprehensive summary and a graduated payment schedule is suggested, usually in 3 intervals. The waitlist can run six (6) months to one year. The commissioned is confirmed when it is placed on the waitlist with a small down payment. Clients have final approval upon delivery at which time the final balance is due. Payments are accepted in Euros unless otherwise agreed.

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First Consultation?
Here's how to prepare...

TBH gets a call or an email to invite her to show a portfolio and invite you to express your preferences... or invites you to her studio in Waterloo, Belgium

Photo shoot may follow--TBH does wardrobe, lighting, collaborates on appearance-most suitable colors, formal, informal setting, etc. All kinds of ideas will be photographed for concrete discussion of likes and dislikes later....

PORTRAITURE CONSIDERATIONS:

What's in your painting?
Number of sitters
Single person
Group in one work
Head & Shoulders
Half Figure
Three Quarter Figure
Full length

Wardrobe selection

Scene selection
Neutral background
Detailed exterior
Detailed interior

Framing advice
Lighting
Final placement
Posthumous work
Rush target date
Travel and Shipping
if necessary, are additional

RESIDENCES & LANDMARKS

...have a matrix which takes into account amounts to foliage and architectural details.

Color is more than black and white and brick is more than smooth surfaces etc. but not drastic. Strange angles and ease of access is also taken into consideration.

Sometimes a copyright is negotiated. Some landmarks have the potential for limited editions fundraising, unique project such as private stationery or Christmas cards, school graduation, wedding announcement, . Please feel free to contact us or the artist directly for a non-obligating consultation.

You can also download the Portrait Brochure, on the left, to discuss with loved ones in advance.