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Fine Art Reproduction Prints of House Portraits
If you’re like me, you enjoy giving credit for a job well done. I’d like to acknowledge Jim Robbins of Velham Printing here in Saint Louis, Missouri, for the excellent archival quality color prints he made from four original watercolor paintings of homes I created for my clients, Anna and Joseph. They plan to frame and display the portraits in their home, and wished to have the color prints as gifts for family members and they were so pleased, and rightly so — Jim’s fine art reproduction prints are extraordinary — they have incredible color match and intricate image detail and are identical to the original artwork — just amazing! He printed on watercolor paper and they are truly the next best thing to the original artwork! I’ve enjoyed working with him on various projects over the past three years, and I highly recommend his service if you have a need for exceptional, high quality, fine art reproduction prints. For more information, visit http://www.velham.com/
Charming Cape Cod Style Home
Completed on March 27th, this 10″ x 12″ Pen and Ink with Watercolor portrait portrays a family’s Cape Cod style home in Holliston, Massachusetts. They will be moving to a new home soon, and the wife commissioned the artwork for her husband’s upcoming birthday because he’s always wanted a portrait of this home. To ensure the best memories of this charming property, all the plants are in full bloom, and the farmer’s porch includes their white rocking chair and patriotic displays of the American flag and bunting. Those personal touches will surely bring a smile to his, and his family’s faces after they move, and his wife’s thoughtfulness of giving a custom house portrait will be appreciated for many years to come.
Watercolor Painting of Gorgeous New Home
Just finished on March 21st, this 10″ x 16″ watercolor house portrait portrays a gorgeous, new brick and stone residence in Town and Country, Missouri. The homeowners commissioned this painting to display in their home along with the three former residences I depicted for them that included their childhood homes, and the residence where they lived when their own children were very young. This property was so interesting to portray — the tall arched windows and entry way, stone trim, handsome front door, multi-toned bricks, and tiered flower gardens make this a very impressive residence. I truly enjoyed creating their custom house painting and hope the family makes wonderful memories in this beautiful residence for many years to come!
Painting of Gamma Phi Beta Sorority House
Completed on March 3rd, this 10″ x 15″ watercolor painting portrays the beautiful Gamma Phi Beta Sorority House in Greek Town on the campus of the University of Missouri. ( Mizzou) Built in the 1920’s, this lovely property possesses traditional, classical architecture that make it a well-loved home to the female students who reside there. The well manicured landscape is gorgeous, and the artwork depicts all the flowers and ornamental trees in lush, full bloom. Nice touches are the two white wrought iron chairs on the front porch, and the Gamma Phi Beta insignia displayed above the columns. To create the most pleasing portrait possible, a large tree in the front yard that blocked the view of the house was removed, and another tree was placed behind the addition, as well as a few leafy branches gracefully draping from the right side. This custom house portrait will be displayed inside the sorority house, and I trust it will bring House Director Kim Berry, the sorority sisters, and the property owners much pride and great memories whenever they see it. Best wishes to each of them for continued success!
Photograph for Portrait of Sorority House
Such a beautiful property!
This photograph is of the Gamma Phi Sorority House on the campus of the University of Missouri (Mizzou), and is the view I am working from for the watercolor portrait commissioned by the House Director, Kim Berry. I had the pleasure to meet her in person two weeks ago and discuss the details and her wishes for the artwork, especially the flowers and plants to be portrayed in full bloom, which were not the day the photo was taken. To create the most aesthetically pleasing portrait, the tree obscuring the front of the house will be removed, as well as the cars and vertical drain spouts.
Today, Monday February 27th, watercolor will be added to the preliminary pencil sketch I completed over the weekend, and I’m looking forward to making the property fully come alive over the next few days — the finished artwork will be posted later this week when complete!
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