portrait Tips

I often work from photos like the one here. Send me a few choices and we can discuss what works best together.  Tips on choosing can be seen below.

I’m also happy to come and meet the people or view I’m painting. In this case I’ll make some sketches, and take photos to work from back in the studio. I love images with movement and a bit of a story in them. 

Several of my commissions have been surprise birthday or anniversary presents. If you have a special date in mind, please let me know. I ideally need a minimum of 4 weeks to work on a picture, but have done quicker, so it’s worth asking!

I'm UK based, but take commissions from international customers, so when you get in touch, let me know where you are in the world.

I highly recommend framing the oil pastel works and can suggest a local framers, or alternatively online lower priced frames that work well.

Oil pastels on corrugated cardboard.