PORTRAIT COMMISSIONS

Portraits can be painted from life, from photographs or a combination of both. We can employ any of these methods but with today’s time constraints most people prefer to just sit for the one or two photo shoots taking 2-3 hours and then send me back to the studio to do the work. Prior to the photo shoot I ask the subject to think about how they would like to be portrayed. This includes the size of the painting, body position (eg standing, sitting ), hand positions, clothing etc.
At the photoshoot we try different clothing, postures, lighting and background and choose the images the sitter and their family think look the best and most truly show the usual “look” of the subject. A short video is also taken to help capture the personality of the sitter.

At this point a payment of 25% of the total price is requested, the balance to be paid on completion of the painting which can be viewed in person, by email or by photograph approximately three months after commencing.

The prices below are in Australian dollars and are for unframed, but fully finished, highest quality oil portraits .

Less detailed works attract a smaller fee …… oil sketches, pencil, pastel and charcoal portraits require a shorter time and therefore cost less – prices range from $2,000 to $5,000.

For overseas commissions, travel and accommodation expenses are extra unless multiple commissions can be arranged at the time.

Portrait Commission Prices:

Head Only                    40x30cm                        $7,000

Head & Shoulders          60x40cm                      $10,000

Half Body                      90x60cm                      $15,000

Half Body                    100x75cm                      $20,000

3/4 Body                     120x90cm                      $25,000

Full Body                    180x120cm                     $30,000

Intricate clothing and particularly detailed backgrounds may attract a higher fee.

Works for Sale

Prices for original works and prints will be available shortly. In the meantime any queries on the purchase of items on this site are most welcome.