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Do You Recognize This Historic House?
Do you recognize this historic house and know who the famous person was who resided there? If you answered Mount Vernon and U.S. President George Washington, you’re correct! Some family members and I toured the estate on September 13th and it was so interesting! Situated along the Potomac River in Fairfax County, Virginia, the house was originally built as a modest one and a half story in 1734 by George’s father, Augustine. It underwent multiple expansions and renovations by George in 1750 and again in 1770 to become the grand Georgian-style mansion we see today. Thanks to the Mount Vernon Ladies Association working to restore and preserve the estate through the years, it is one of the most popular historic sites in America, open 365 days a year. For more information on this national treasure, please visit https://www.mountvernon.org/
Now Taking House Portrait Orders for Christmas!
This may only be early September, but I’m now taking house portrait orders for Christmas 2026! If you wish to give one for a gift, NOW is the time to order! A custom house portrait makes a unique and heartfelt gift for family and friends any time of the year– especially at Christmas! Whether a home is grand, medium, or small, portrayed in the season you prefer, I will capture all that is special about the property so the artwork will be cherished this holiday and many more to come. I offer several size and price options for both watercolor paintings and black/white pen and ink illustrations — view my “Pricing” page here
**** ORDERING IS EASY! ****
- ) Call me to discuss your needs, 314-892-9221, or send me a message
- ) Send your photo(s) and 50% deposit payment. ( If the home is in the greater St. Louis area, I can take the photos for a nominal fee if you prefer.)
- ) When the house portrait is complete, the image will be sent for your approval, then the remaining balance will be due and arrangements made for artwork pickup or shipping directly to you.
My holiday portrait schedule fills fast every year so it’s best to order now to ensure a spot! Thank you for your interest — I hope to work with you to create a beautiful custom house portrait you will be proud to give your loved one. GIFT CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE
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Special Gift to the Family Moving Soon
This 10″ x 15″ watercolor portrait will be such a special gift to the family moving soon! The artwork depicts the patio and pool of their home in Chesterfield, Missouri, commissioned by my client Rose and friends to commemorate the many years of enjoyment at this beautiful residence and backyard paradise. The friends shared many conversations over glasses of wine and so many wonderful memories were made together. I hope the recipients will be very touched by this thoughtful gift from their friends and Rose along with her husband!
Stylish Stucco Residence in Webster Groves, Missouri
This stylish stucco residence in Webster Groves, Missouri was a joy to depict! Built in 1927, and recently renovated by the new homeowners, the updated architectural beauty is amazing. This 12″ x 19″ watercolor portrait was commissioned by Freeman Homes LLC, the company that did the renovations, as a gift to their clients. I hope the recipients will be pleased with their custom house portrait and have many enjoyable years living in this truly gorgeous residence! For information on this excellent St. Louis homebuilder, visit https://www.freemanhomesllc.com/
Special Piece of Artwork for Grandchildren
Every so often a request is made for a special piece of artwork and these floral designs were just that. Created for my two grandchildren at the request of my daughter, these 8″ x 10″ line renderings with watercolor overlay were a joy to make! She asked for simple black line illustrations of the flowers of their birth month along with their name and birthdate at the bottom — a sweet and meaningful touch!
