What is the procedure to commission a portrait?
Don meets with the client to discuss his ideas and concepts to the portrait. Upon the client’s agreement to the general ideas, Don does extensive photo shoots in a variety of settings with different lighting and props. From these shoots, Don selects three or four variations for the portrait and presents his recommendations. Upon acceptance, Don prepares a small oil study before beginning the final line drawing and the original oil painting. A special unveiling is held upon completion, either at the studio or in the client’s home. A portrait commission takes 3 to 4 months and commissions begin at $25,000.
