FRequently asked questions

Please read through the information on this page to get a better understanding of the commissioned portrait process. As always, if you have any additional questions, feel free to reach out to me!

Do you work from photos?

Yes, I paint portraits exclusively from photographs. Have a photograph in mind? I often work from my client’s own high resolution photographs. Nowadays, most smartphones can capture a photograph with enough resolution to serve as a decent painting reference photo. Older photos and printed photographs can be tricky, but Im always happy to take a look at what you have. I do my best to work with any photo reference that requested of me, however, if I feel a photo cannot provide enough detail, I wont feel comfortable producing a portrait from that photo because ultimately, you wont be happy with the work.

Can you take the photo for me?

I am happy to arrange a photoshoot for your painting if you would prefer I take the photograph. I have professional camera equipment and have been photographing my models for over 20 years. I am willing to travel up to 50 miles for a photoshoot if you would like to set that up. I charge a $250 photoshoot fee for local shoots and $300 for a travel shoot.

When can I get my portrait done?

I accept only a limited certain number of portrait commissions a year and I often have a waitlist. Turnaround time varies due to a number of factors including the size of portrait and the length of current waitlist. In general, a portrait can take anywhere form 4-12 weeks based on when I am able to start the painting (smaller portraits average 4 to 6 weeks, whereas medium sized portraits can take up to 6 to 12 weeks). Need a portrait by a certain date? Maybe I can accommodate you! The best way to find out an accurate time frame is to contact me directly and I can give you a up to date idea of my commission schedule.

How does payment work?

Contact me and I will put together a quote for your painting based on size and complexity of the photograph you would like made into a photo, When I am able to start your portrait, a 50% deposit is due to start the project and the remaining 50% is due upon completion of your painting

Do you offer flexible payment options?

I also will accept payment for your portrait in 4 to 6 month increments for paintings over $1000. This is a great option if you are interested in a larger piece, but are not on a time constraint. This gives you the flexibility of paying little by little, while also giving me the time to complete the project!

How do I get started?

Fill out the form below and I will get back to you with my current commission schedule. I will get back to you via email and we can start to talk about a photo reference for your project. Please leave as many details as possible so I can give you an accurate idea of the turnaround time for your portrait.