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Prior to the initial sitting and photoshoot, the desired size, potential background elements and price will be discussed. A deposit is required prior to any travel by the artist, or at the initial sitting if local. A study from life will be produced at the initial sitting. After returning to the studio, compositional sketches may be produced for client approval prior to the start of the actual painting. Without sacrificing artistic control, mutually agreeable, minor adjustments may be made at that time to suit the client. Ideally, the artist will have the opportunity to work from life sittings at various stages throughout the production of the painting. 
Suzanne working in oils from life When the painting is complete, and approved, shipping plans will be discussed and payment for the balance and shipping will be due prior to actual shipping (or upon delivery, if local). The artist may assist in selecting suitable final framing to be purchased separately by the client. Instructions for care and proper lighting of the painting will be included with the final delivery. Only the finest materials and time-tested processes are utilized to ensure permanence. Overall time to create a commissioned portrait varies from a few weeks to more than a year depending on the subject and schedule of the artist. Requests for special deadlines will be honored if at all possible. Most head and shoulders portraits may be completed in one or two sittings. References are available upon request. Click
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schedules and distances prohibit many people from sitting for
an artist as was customary before the invention of photography.
However, Suzanne still prefers to work entirely from life sittings,
perhaps utilizing photographs for finishing details after the
sitting. For younger children or pet portraits, working from photographs
simply becomes a necessity between life sittings.
It is one of
Suzanne’s goals to make this experience enjoyable and exciting.
Commissioning a portrait provides a rare opportunity for clients
to be involved in the creation of a unique work of art to be cherished
forever. 
