Portrait Portfolio

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The story of a commission of Barbara Wichmann, to mark a new life in Cornwall.

 A new, cheaper option for painted portraits - digital painting. 

A quick guide to getting the best reference shots for an artist

What portrait commissioners thought of the experience.

I believe you can foster a child's innate creativity by exposing him or her to influences that provide them with inspiration. It was certainly tru...

Years after my dad died I followed in his portrait painting footsteps. The legacy he left taught me much about the art.

After having met the family for one sitting, seen where the portrait would hang and discussed the pose and what they'd wear, work began to note their skin tones, personalities, gesture. After taking and agreeing on photos to be used, I return to my home studio, where the work to created the portrait in earnest begins...

So you want to be a rock n' roll star – just for one day? Now you can!  What they said: "A hugely enjoyable experience – with a unique artwork at the end!"

The story of the commission of a child's portrait by her photographer father. 

 

Why portraits of new homes - of the houses or inhabitants - and of new or established businesses like this drawn portrait of the Half Moon Putney, commissioned to celebrate its 55th anniversary, make ideal gifts.

 Timeless image of a child created with children’s bookshops or charities in mind.