Commissioning a portrait
Some pieces of advice before making a choice...
The reference picture
It must belong to you or to someone who allows you to use it.
It must be good quality.
The technique
It is possible to mix several techniques.
You can add elements (background, gold foil...). The addition will be calculated according to your request.
The payment
It is made by Paypal before I start drawing.
Prices do not include shipping fees. They will be estimated according to the order.
The waiting list
It depends on the orders I have to make and the number of hours spent on yours. Count from one to two months.
Shipping of the drawing
It is shipped in a rigid envelope so the drawing is not damaged during the trip.
Keeping the drawing at home
Your piece will last a very long time if you take care of it.
Consider framing it under glass, ideally with a mat, to protect it.
Do not laminate it or put it to direct sunlight, it would damage it.
Graphite pencil
30x40 cm
140€ one person
+ 40€ per additional person
(5 people maximum)
The technique
A traditional black and white portrait that will give the most realistic result. Most of the portrait is done in graphite pencil, and I may use charcoal for the darkest areas.
Characteristics and conservation
The portrait is protected with fixative which prevents the pencil from fading. It needs to be framed under glass, away from direct light.
15x21cm
60€ one person
20x20cm
70€ one person
21x30cm
95€ one person
120€ two
Colored pencil
15x21cm
65€ one person
20x20cm
75€ one person
21x30 cm
120€ one person
145€ two
30x40cm
180€ one person
+ 45€ per additional person
(5 people maximum)
The technique
A colorful portrait full of life made with Polychromos® and Luminance® pencils, known for their quality.
Characteristics and conservation
The background is extra and can be made in colored pencil, dry pastel or watercolor.
The portrait is protected with fixative which prevents the colors from fading. It is to be framed under glass, away from direct light.
Coffee painting
30x40cm
160€ one person
+ 45€ per additional person
(5 people maximum)
20x20cm
80€ one person
24x30cm
110€ one person
150€ two
The technique
A mixture of water and instant coffee (the same as your sticks!) which brings a touch of magic to your portrait, in all originality and shades of brown!
Characteristics and conservation
For an optimal conservation, the portrait must be framed under glass and protected by a mat so the coffee does not touch the glass of the frame. Like all the other techniques, exposure to direct sunlight is not recommended. If the conditions are respected, it lasts forever !
Monochrome watercolor
20x20cm
80€ one person
24x30 cm
100€ one person
140€ two
33x34.5cm
150€ one person
+ 45€ per additional person
30x40cm
160€ one person
+ 45€ per additional person
(5 people maximum)
The technique
A portrait made in black and white with Winsor&Newton watercolors, known for their long lasting pigments.
Characteristics and conservation
It is possible to add a touch of color to your painting to highlight an element, with no extra charge. I work on cotton paper which guarantees the best result. The background is extra. The painting needs to be framed under glass, away from direct light.
Watercolor
20x20cm
90€ one person
24x30cm
110€ one person
150€ two
33x34.5cm
155€ one person
+ 45€ per additional person
(3 people maximum)
30x40cm
170€ a person
+ 50€ per additional person
(5 people maximum)
The technique
You get your portrait in color, made with Winsor&Newton watercolor on cotton paper.
Characteristics and conservation
The price is higher because working in color requires a wider palette. The background is extra.
The painting needs to be framed under glass, away from direct light.
Ballpoint pen
15x21cm
50€ one person
20x20cm
60€ one person
21x30cm
65€ one person
80€ two
30x40cm
110€ one person
+ 45€ per additional person
(5 people maximum)
The technique
A portrait entirely made with a ballpoint pen for a realistic result with few means!
Characteristics and conservation
It is possible to add a new touch of color with the pen of your choice, or with watercolors in very small quantities to highlight an element, at no extra cost.
The drawing needs to be framed under glass, away from direct light.