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The Beautiful Season of Autumn in a Watercolor Painting
This watercolor painting I created a few years ago of a log cabin in Virginia is still one of my favorite depictions of the Autumn season — the dramatic oranges, reds, and golden yellows of the landscape were a joy to portray! The artwork was originally done as a gift from a wife to her husband who loved spending time there, and I hope this custom house portrait gives all who see it the feeling of strolling in the woods and breathing in the fresh, crisp Fall air!
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Watercolor Painting of Family Business Property
Completed on November 10, this 9″ x 12″ watercolor depicts a commercial property, Dale Hardware, that had been a family’s hardware store business in Richmond Heights, Missouri from 1953 through 2003. The property will be sold soon, and it is portrayed the way my client, Mary, the daughter of the owners, wanted to remember it — with signage, flowers, and stacked bags of merchandise at the entrance. This portrait is sure to bring many special memories to the family!
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Watercolor House Portrait for Birthday Gift
The newest house portrait is a 9″x 12″ watercolor painting that portrays a family’s ranch style home located in Saint Louis, Missouri. The family has lived here for many years, and the artwork is a birthday gift to the father — I hope he will be surprised and happy with the depiction!
Taking Photos For Your House Portrait
Thinking of ordering a custom house portrait, but don’t have photos of the home? No worries– I can help with that!
~ If the property is located in the St. Louis, Missouri area, I can take the photos for you. And if you order by November 1st, the normal $45 fee will be waived!
~ If you prefer to take the photos yourself, or the home is located outside the St. Louis area, all that is needed is one photo of the whole house with the view you like best. If not sure, take several and I’ll select the one that will make the most pleasing portrait. Be sure to take closeups of any features or details you want me to see. You can send them by email, snail mail, or text photo message — whichever is convenient for you. Once I receive them, we will speak by phone to discuss the portrayal of your home so your original watercolor painting or pen and ink portrait will be perfect! Here is the link to the “Photo Tips” page of my website: https://customhouseportraits.com/ordering/photo-tips/
Have more questions? Call me at 314-892-9221 and I’ll be happy to answer them.
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Oct 1st ~ Now Taking House Portrait Orders For Christmas 2018!
A 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 Winter, Spring, Summer or Fall, I will capture all that is special so it becomes a cherished addition to a home this Christmas and for many years to come! Make your portrait extra meaningful with a handwritten message or address at the bottom — at no additional charge.
ORDERING IS EASY!
1.) Call me to discuss your needs, 314-892-9221. I offer several size options for watercolor paintings and pen and ink home portraits, and all that is needed to reserve a spot on my schedule is a deposit of 50% of the portrait price. Here is the link to the Pricing page of my website: https://customhouseportraits.com/ordering/pricing/
2.) Send me your photos however convenient for you. Be sure to include the view you like best and any close-up shots you think would be helpful. Here is a link from my website with helpful Photo Tips: https://customhouseportraits.com/ordering/photo-tips/
3.) When your portrait is complete, the image will be sent for your approval and then your remaining balance will be due. Local St. Louis, Missouri clients may pick up their custom house portrait and out-of-town orders will be shipped via USPS Priority Mail at no additional cost!
Thank you for your interest — I hope to work with you to create a beautiful piece of original art you will be very proud to give your loved one. Every year my schedule fills fast, so it’s best to order now to ensure a spot on my calendar. GIFT CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE
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