Children grow up so quickly. Before we know it they are off to college. Preserve the memories of this precious time in their lives. Capture the beauty and innocence of your children in an original watercolor painting - for generations to enjoy.
Here’s how it works: 1. Choose your favorite photographs (or I can take photos for you) 2. Call or email me to discuss your idea 3. Send me your photos 4. A 30% deposit is due to begin the process 5. I will email you a picture of your finished painting for your approval 6. Send the balance and I will ship your painting
Tips on selecting good photographs for portraits
*choose photos that are clear and sharp *outdoor shots in soft, natural light (overcast or partly sunny) are usually best *photos taken with a flash on a camera are generally not suitable *take photos at subjects eye level; if the child is playing on the ground, get down with them to take the picture *the size of the face (hairline to chin) should be at least 1.5 inches *make sure that the whites of the eyes are clearly showing *choose clothing that is simple in design which will not later look dated; avoid garish colors or loud prints *a pleasant look (slight smile) or no smile at all is best; big grins with lots of teeth showing may look fine in a snapshot, but won’t wear very well in a painted portrait *if you are having a hard time trying to decide which photo will best translate into a painted portrait, send me several and I will help to select the best one for painting
