portrait commissioning
Prices range from £2000 to £3500 (single figure half length) and up to £9000
(a group full length).
Commissioning a Portrait
Sitting for a portrait is a unique process that requires mutual respect and confidentiality.
Normally, it will consist of an initial two hour sitting for photography and drawing. Then I compose the work, on paper, in private. After an overall concept is drawn and the client approves my sketches, we consider the commission as definitely agreed, and I start working on a canvas.
I paint from life either in my studio in North London, or in the sitter's preferred environment. The time, place and frequency are agreed with the sitter at the onset of the commission. I am very flexible to help fit sittings into even the tightest of schedules.
An average sized portrait would require about two more two-hour sittings. If appropriate to the painting, it can be done in less time (using both direct observation and photography), but good results should not be rushed.
If you would like to talk over a possible portrait, please visit the contact page .