Commissioned Drawings
Whether for a birthday, anniversary, milestone or memorial, a hand-drawn portrait is a beautiful way
to remember and celebrate the ones we love.
See my portfolio to view other commissions.
Individual
One drawing of a friend, family member, or colleague. Individual portraits can be commissioned to celebrate a life achievements or milestones, birthdays, or as a memorial of a loved one who has passed.
Size options: 5x7, 8x10 or 9x12
Note
Please provide 3-5 photographs of the individual as the possible reference photo. I will review all of the photos you provide and I will let you know of my choice on which one will become the best drawing.
Drawing time completion varies depending on complexity of the drawing and other commissions already in progress. Deadlines under a short time frame may increase the cost of a commission.
Two Individuals
One drawing of a couple, siblings, or friends. These portraits can be commissioned to celebrate weddings, anniversaries, milestones, friendships, or as a memorial of a loved one who has passed.
Size options: 5x7, 8x10 or 9x12
Note
Please provide 3-5 photographs of the individuals as the possible reference photo. I will review all of the photos you provide and I will let you know of my choice on which one will become the best drawing.
Drawing time completion varies depending on complexity of the drawing and other commissions already in progress. Deadlines under a short time frame may increase the cost of a commission.
Three (or more) Individuals
One drawing of a family, siblings, or friends. These portraits can be commissioned to celebrate weddings, anniversaries, milestones, friendships, or as a memorial of a loved one who has passed.
Size options: 8x10, 9x12, other sizing available upon request
Note
Please provide 3-5 photographs of the individuals as the possible reference photo. I will review all of the photos you provide and I will let you know of my choice on which one will become the best drawing.
Drawing time completion varies depending on complexity of the drawing and other commissions already in progress. Deadlines under a short time frame may increase the cost of a commission.
Importance of Choosing the Right Photograph
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The quality of the photograph greatly dictates the final drawing! Being able to observe details in a person's face, hair, clothing, etc. is the key to an realistic drawing.
THINGS TO THINK ABOUT WHEN CHOOSING A PHOTO
Disclaimer: I understand not everyone has access to a professional camera. However, our smartphones take pretty good pictures these days and these tips can help you pick several good photos out of the ones you do have. Distance
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- The clarity of a photo (how blurry or clear it is) can alter the end result of the drawing.
- FILTERS - I love a good photo filter, but filtered and blurry images are difficult to use as reference images and rarely produce a good drawing.
- Sometimes there is only one option of a photo, and that is okay, I can still draw it. I will review the photo and provide information about which areas are difficult for me to observe. It's important to remember that the quality of the drawing may not turn out as well as some other drawings in my portfolio.
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This reference photo has an Instagram filter, some bright highlights on one face and not many highlights or shadows on the other.
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This reference photo was taken at by a professional photographer.
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When zoomed in, it's harder to see the definition in her eye, her eyelashes and the shadows around her eye and bridge of her nose.
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When zoomed in you can see his eyelashes and even the little hairs around his ears.
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