How to commission a portrait:
I aim to make the commission process relaxed, positive and informative. I want you to feel pride in your commissioned artwork and a greater appreciation for fine art in general.
To begin the process, contact me at candacexmoore@gmail.com.
We’ll start with a no-obligation phone interview to discuss your needs and answer your questions. If you want to move forward, I will provide a rough cost estimate and a written agreement of terms.
Next, we meet at your chosen location to discuss ideas and photograph the sitter in various poses and settings. I also like to spend some time just talking with the sitter so I can form an impression that will carry over into the final piece. A 30% deposit is collected at this meeting.
Back in the studio, I review the photo shoot and develop several portrait concepts. After some back-and-forth, including your input, I usually arrive at 3 or 4 viable options from which you select the final design.
Based on the chosen design, I create a small full-color painted study for your approval. This study reflects the appearance of the full-size portrait, and gives you the opportunity to request changes before the final painting is started. 30% of final cost is collected upon color study approval. Once you approve the study, I order the materials and get to work.
Generally, I complete the portrait within 2 months after study approval. I do not provide interim progress photos. If you wish, I will provide images as I approach completion. If you are local I invite you to visit my studio to see the final piece or it can be delivered to your location. The balance is due when the portrait is approved. Framing is not included.
Prices range from $600 up to $20,000, depending on size and complexity. I will provide you some examples, with prices, to help you decide on portrait type, which can range from a “single head” portrait up to 2 or more sitters shown in full figure.
Finally, the portrait is not done until you are happy. The satisfaction of my clients is very important to me.