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Watercolor Painting of Home in Town and Country, Missouri
Completed on October 11, this 9″ x 13″ watercolor painting depicts a family’s former home in Town and Country, Missouri, a lovely suburb of Saint Louis. The family had lived here for many years before the parents, Janet and Jesse, downsized from this large home, and their adult children knew a portrait of it would be a perfect gift for them. So they purchased a gift certificate for their mom and dad last Christmas, which allowed them to contact me when they were ready, and work with me directly to ensure their house was depicted exactly how they want it remembered. Janet was so pleased with the portrait that she ordered archival prints to give to their children.
Fall Shopping Bazaar 2017
I enjoyed participating in the Fall Shopping Bazaar on Sunday, October 8 held at the Webster Groves Community Center — it was wonderful to meet and chat with visitors and show my portfolio of watercolor and pen and ink house portrait artwork while helping benefit the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation, an organization that has been so much help for a family member. Thanks to all who stopped by my display table and asked questions — I hope to work with you in the future to create a piece of original artwork of a special home!
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Fall Shopping Bazaar Event 2017
For those in the Saint Louis, Missouri area looking for something interesting and fun to do this weekend, come to the Fall Shopping Bazaar this Sunday, October 8th! The location will be the Webster Groves Community Center from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm and admission to the event is free! You’ll find many seasonal decor and art items from many local vendors, including yours truly! You’ll be able to view my house portrait portfolio filled with samples of watercolor paintings and also pen and ink illustrations, and see many framed home portraits. I’ll be happy to answer your questions and take your order and Gift Certificates will be available. The event benefits the Mid-America Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation, so you’d be helping a great cause! I hope to see you there!
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Now Taking House Portrait Orders for Christmas 2017
**A HOUSE PORTRAIT MAKES A UNIQUE AND HEARTFELT GIFT FOR FAMILY AND FRIENDS ANYTIME OF THE YEAR, ESPECIALLY AT CHRISTMAS ! **
October 1st, may seem a bit early to think about the holidays, but it’s actually the perfect time to order a custom house portrait! Each portrait takes several days to complete, and there are a limited number of weeks from now until Christmas. Every year my schedule fills fast, so it’s best to order now to ensure a spot on my calendar!
ORDERING IS EASY!
1.) Call me to discuss your needs and have your questions answered, 314-892-9221. I offer several size and price options for Watercolor and also Pen and Ink home portraits, and once you decide, 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 my Pricing page to view your options: https://customhouseportraits.com/ordering/pricing/
2.) You may email or snail mail photos of the home including the view you like best and close-up shots you think would be helpful. ( Or, if the property is in the St. Louis area, I can take the photos. ) Here is the link with helpful Photo Tips: https://customhouseportraits.com/ordering/photo-tips/
3.) When your portrait is complete, I will email the digital image for your approval and then your remaining balance will be due. Local St. Louis, Missouri clients may pick up their portrait and out-of-town orders will be shipped via USPS Priority mail at no additional cost.
Whether portrayed in the Winter, Spring, Summer or Fall season, and the size is grand, medium or small, the home will be portrayed with the utmost care and attention to detail so that it will become a cherished addition to a home this Christmas and for many years to come!
Thank you for your interest — I look forward to working with you to create a beautiful piece of original artwork you will be so proud to give to your loved one! Gift Certificates are available.
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Pen and Ink of Historic Home in Rhode Island
On September 29th, the finishing touches were put on this 10″ x 12″ pen and ink portrait of a historic home built in 1841 in Providence, Rhode Island. This house portrait was commissioned to be a wedding gift to the current owners, and I hope they will be surprised and delighted with the portrayal.
