{"id":399,"date":"2016-10-11T14:09:15","date_gmt":"2016-10-11T18:09:15","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/judicialportraits.com\/art\/?page_id=399"},"modified":"2016-10-12T15:50:36","modified_gmt":"2016-10-12T19:50:36","slug":"commissioning-a-portrait","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/judicialportraits.com\/art\/commissioning-a-portrait\/","title":{"rendered":"Commissioning a Portrait"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"pl-399\"  class=\"panel-layout\" ><div id=\"pg-399-0\"  class=\"panel-grid panel-no-style\" ><div id=\"pgc-399-0-0\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-399-0-0-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-editor panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"0\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-editor so-widget-sow-editor-base\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t>\n<div class=\"siteorigin-widget-tinymce textwidget\">\n\t<p><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">From initial consultation to delivery, the portrait process generally takes between three and nine months, but varies depending on the complexity of the project. Here is a brief outline of the typical process:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\"><strong>Initial Consultation:<\/strong>\u00a0After the initial contact by phone or email I will be able to meet with you to discuss your expectations for the portrait. If you are unable to meet with me a customized presentation can be prepared and sent to you when necessary. We will discuss your preferences, time frame, and budget.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\"><strong>First Sitting:<\/strong>\u00a0I will travel to your desired location for a sitting, I can also work from a photograph that you provide when circumstances rule out a sitting.\u00a0 Prior to the sitting, we will discuss the details of the project, including the overall tone of the portrait, the composition, the attire, and eventual location where the portrait will be hung. Then, the subject will be asked to pose for a certain length of time. The sittings will involve photography, sketches, color studies, and one on one communication.\u00a0 The client and myself will decide on the best pose and composition for the portrait.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\"><strong>Development of the Portrait:<\/strong>\u00a0After the sitting, I will return to my studio to continue working on the portrait.\u00a0 I will communicate with you frequently throughout the process to keep you apprised of the progress as the portrait takes shape.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\"><strong>Final Sitting:<\/strong>\u00a0Once the portrait has reached its final stages, I may require a final sitting to make color adjustments as well as any other requested changes.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\"><strong>Delivery:<\/strong>\u00a0Once completed, your portrait is either shipped or personally delivered. I can provide valuable assistance with framing, presentation, and installation of your completed portrait.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">Additional services<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\"><strong>Framing:<\/strong>\u00a0In addition to having a close working relationship with top framers around the country, I have on hand a number of frame samples made especially with portraits in mind.\u00a0 From antique and period frames to contemporary classics, I can help you select the perfect portrait frame for any budget.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\"><strong>Nameplates:<\/strong>\u00a0Nameplates or plaques identify the subject and\/or artist.\u00a0 Plaques range from a simple brass plate to a custom-made, hand-painted gilt wood plaque. I can guide you in selecting the appropriate plaque and wording.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\"><strong>Presentation and Installation:<\/strong>\u00a0Once your portrait has been completed, I can advise you on the best location for the portrait\u2019s display, hanging devices, and lighting.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\"><strong>Artwork Care, Maintenance, &amp; Restoration:<\/strong>\u00a0I understand the value of archival care and that each artwork has its own specific needs.\u00a0 Ask us how to prevent damage or clean and maintain your artwork.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\"><strong>Photographic Reproductions:<\/strong>\u00a0Photographing fine art is an art in itself.\u00a0I use the finest photographers to document artworks.\u00a0 Photographic reproductions are available in any size.\u00a0 Clients can give these high-quality prints to family and friends.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">Pricing<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">Fee schedule based on the figure size and complexity of the composition.\u00a0 Figure sizes are:\u00a0 head and shoulders, half figure, three-quarter figure, and full figure. \u00a0It is important to understand that when a price is quoted, it is for the artwork only.\u00a0 Extra charges may be incurred for such items as additional figures, pets, and detailed backgrounds; my travel; framing; crating, shipping, and insurance of the finished work.\u00a0We can accommodate most any budget.\u00a0 Please do not hesitate to call us to discuss your specific needs.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>From initial consultation to delivery, the portrait process generally takes between three and nine months, but varies depending on the complexity of the project. Here is a brief outline of the typical process:Initial Consultation:\u00a0After the initial contact by phone or email I will be able to meet with you to discuss your expectations for the &hellip; <a href=\"https:\/\/judicialportraits.com\/art\/commissioning-a-portrait\/\" title=\"Commissioning a Portrait\" class=\"read-more\">Read More<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"ngg_post_thumbnail":0},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/judicialportraits.com\/art\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/399"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/judicialportraits.com\/art\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/judicialportraits.com\/art\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/judicialportraits.com\/art\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/judicialportraits.com\/art\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=399"}],"version-history":[{"count":5,"href":"https:\/\/judicialportraits.com\/art\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/399\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":491,"href":"https:\/\/judicialportraits.com\/art\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/399\/revisions\/491"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/judicialportraits.com\/art\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=399"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}