YOUR PORTRAIT in OIL

Thank you for considering having a portrait painted.

All inquiries are welcome.

PRICE
The price is determined by the size and complexity of the canvas. A normal portrait is a head and shoulders of one person. Things that affect the price are poses that include hands, addition objects or complicated backgrounds.

Small format price   Head and shoulders = Approximately $1,200.00
canvas size = 5x7, 6x8, 8x10, 9x12, 10x14, 11x14, 12x16

Medium format price   Head and shoulders = Approximately $2,700.00
14x18, 16x20, 18x24

Large format price   Head and shoulders = inquire
20x20, 20x24,20x30 22x28, 24x30, 24x36, 30 x40

Additional subjects in the portrait are approximately 50% more each.

If more than one single portrait is ordered, a 25% discount will be offered.

Price includes 1 photo session.

PROCEDURE

After determining the pose, background and size, the commissioned portrait begins with a 40% deposit. A photo may be supplied or photos will be taken by Elvin. The photograph is approved by you. A short sitting may be required for the artist to paint a color study. If the portrait has more than one subject or is a composite of several photographs, the artist will render a compositional pencil sketch in his studio and present it for your approval prior to beginning the painting. The painting will then be completed in the studio. The average time for a single portrait is between 40 and 100 hours over a two to six month period. At the completion, the painting will be delivered and the balance of payment will be due in full.

Traditional portraits need a frame. Elvin will advise you about framing, or accompany you to a framer of your choice and assist with the selection of a frame. The cost of the frame is not included in the price of the portrait. If you choose a modern style for the portrait and background, a gallery wrap canvas may be used, eliminated the need for a frame.

Upon completion, minor changes or corrections may be requested with no additional cost. After completion, additional requests will be charged accordingly. After 6 months, the artist will put a final coat of protective varnish on the painting. All reference materials including the he photographs, color studies and sketches will not be used for any other purpose, except with the clients consent, and will remain the property of the artist.

Delivery usually ranges from 2 to 6 months for a single portrait. Because of the nature of the process, delivery times are approximate!

If it becomes necessary for the artist to travel over 5o miles or ship the painting, all expenses will be added to the cost of the portrait.

Guarantee

Each portrait is painted in the same time tested manor as the European masters. Only the best archival materials are used. An oil portrait will last hundreds of years.

Your satisfaction is guaranteed. If for any reason you are not 100% satisfied with your portrait, you may return it within 30 days for a full refund. At that time the portrait will become the property of the artist.

Elvin J. Griffin

For information and pricing of pencil portraits, please view the pencil portrait page.