P O R T R A I T   F E E S   &   P R O C E D U R E

	DRAWING Charcoal or Graphite	WATERCOLOR	OIL Panel/Linen
Head & Shoulders 16”x 20”– 24”x 30”	$500	$1000	$2000
Half-Length 24”x 30”– 30”x 40”	$1000	$2000	$4000
¾ Length 24”x 30”– 30”x 40”	$1200	$2400	$4800
Full Length 30”x 40”– 36”x 48”	$1500	$3000	$6000

For each additional figure add 50%.  Travel lodging, shipping and framing are not included. 

The portrait sizes are approximations and can be changed to fit the needs of the client.  22” x 30” are the standard maximum dimensions for drawings and watercolor paintings.  Larger works on paper may be arranged upon special request. 

P R O C E D U R E

1. An initial meeting is arranged to discuss and confirm the portrait size, medium, composition, mood, background, clothing, accessories, and any other elements to be included.  From this information, the final price is determined and a contract of agreement is presented.  The initial one-third deposit is requested at this time.

2.  A photo shoot for reference materials and a few preliminary sketches is the next step, which will take approximately two hours.  The photography is included in the list price.  Two or three additional live sittings at the client’s home or in the artist’s studio will be scheduled. 

3.  Compositional sketches are approved by the client and work begins on the portrait.

4.  The finished portrait will be delivered approximately four to six months after the photo session.

 

C O M M I S S I O N   D E T A I L S

Framing
The cost and selection of the frame is separate from the portrait fee.  Framing can be provided by the artist or recommendations can be made upon request. 

Payment Schedule
A one-third payment is requested at the time of commission and signing of the contract. An additional one-third is requested when the portrait reaches midpoint. The final one-third is paid at time of delivery.