OIL PORTRAITS FOR YOU by
In the tradition of the Masters, commissioning an
oil portrait takes just a few enjoyable steps. Your
complete satisfaction guaranteed or there is no fee.
oil portrait takes just a few enjoyable steps. Your
complete satisfaction guaranteed or there is no fee.
COMMISSIONING A PORTRAIT is just a phone call or an email away. Creating an
oil portrait for you in the tradition of the Masters takes just a few steps.
oil portrait for you in the tradition of the Masters takes just a few steps.
PORTRAIT PROCEDURE
(1) CLIENT CONSULTATION & DEPOSIT: A personalized client consultation is arranged
by appointment to discuss in detail the aspects of any portrait you desire to have painted.
Once an agreement to proceed is reached, a 30% deposit is collected and your portrait is
scheduled. No other money is usually due until a portrait is completed.
(1) CLIENT CONSULTATION & DEPOSIT: A personalized client consultation is arranged
by appointment to discuss in detail the aspects of any portrait you desire to have painted.
Once an agreement to proceed is reached, a 30% deposit is collected and your portrait is
scheduled. No other money is usually due until a portrait is completed.
(2) INITIAL PREPARATION ACCOMPLISHED AT A SUBJECT'S LOCATION:
Mike prefers traveling to a subject's location to meet with them and accomp[lsh
the initial preparation there in 1 to 3 days.
Mike prefers traveling to a subject's location to meet with them and accomp[lsh
the initial preparation there in 1 to 3 days.
DAY ONE: 2 to 3 HOURS OF PHOTOGRAPHY & SKETCH WORK WITH A SUBJECT:
Prior to beginning any photography or sketch work, Mike prefers to first simply visit with
the person he's painting for a brief time. Next, photographic reference images are taken
of the subject, either by the artist or under his direction, and initial sketch work may
proceed as well. Often times while on location Mike will share a few of these reference
images with the client and/or subject in order to receive their valuable input and to help
them have a better visual idea of the design and pose of their portrait.
DAY TWO / DAY THREE: PAINTING THE SUBJECT FROM LIFE FOR 2 to 3 HOURS:
Once a pose is decided upon, Mike then spends 2 to 3 hours painting color reference
studies of the subject from life. In the tradition of the Masters, this aspect of his portrait
procedure -- spending a few hours with a subject painting them from life -- is
considered the single most important step in Mike's positive-realism approach to
bringing out the best in each subject he is commissioned to paint. When a subject
is available, there is simply no substitute for painting them from life!
Prior to beginning any photography or sketch work, Mike prefers to first simply visit with
the person he's painting for a brief time. Next, photographic reference images are taken
of the subject, either by the artist or under his direction, and initial sketch work may
proceed as well. Often times while on location Mike will share a few of these reference
images with the client and/or subject in order to receive their valuable input and to help
them have a better visual idea of the design and pose of their portrait.
DAY TWO / DAY THREE: PAINTING THE SUBJECT FROM LIFE FOR 2 to 3 HOURS:
Once a pose is decided upon, Mike then spends 2 to 3 hours painting color reference
studies of the subject from life. In the tradition of the Masters, this aspect of his portrait
procedure -- spending a few hours with a subject painting them from life -- is
considered the single most important step in Mike's positive-realism approach to
bringing out the best in each subject he is commissioned to paint. When a subject
is available, there is simply no substitute for painting them from life!
(3) MIKE RETURNS TO STUDIO TO PAINT WITHOUT THE PRESENCE OF THE SUBJECT:
Next, Mike returns to the studio, to assemble the acquired reference materials and to
arrange any additional lighting and props. Actual work on an oil portrait in studio usually
takes 1-3 months. In most cases Mike is able to complete the portrait without need of any
additional painting time with the subject.
(4) WORKMANSHIP, PERMANENCY OF PIGMENTS, support and ground are of the
finest materials available. Portraits are completed using Mike's established working method,
distinctive style, and proven creative talents.
Next, Mike returns to the studio, to assemble the acquired reference materials and to
arrange any additional lighting and props. Actual work on an oil portrait in studio usually
takes 1-3 months. In most cases Mike is able to complete the portrait without need of any
additional painting time with the subject.
(4) WORKMANSHIP, PERMANENCY OF PIGMENTS, support and ground are of the
finest materials available. Portraits are completed using Mike's established working method,
distinctive style, and proven creative talents.
(5) COMPLETION, APPROVAL, & FINAL PAYMENT: The completion date and
delivery date of a portrait are dependent upon the size, number of subjects, and complexity
of the painting. Most oil portraits of one subject up to a half-figure size of about 30" x 36",
that includes a subject's hands, are completed and ready for delivery approximately 2 to 4
months from the date that Mike first photographs and/or paints the subject from life.
Schedules and completion dates are as close to promised as humanly possible.
Evaluating a portrait: When you commission a portrait, Mike's working method and individual
style assumes that your portrait will, most often, be viewed and evaluated from an
appropriate distance.
Approval & Final Payment: Once a completed portrait is approved, the remaining balance
owed is usually due in full.
delivery date of a portrait are dependent upon the size, number of subjects, and complexity
of the painting. Most oil portraits of one subject up to a half-figure size of about 30" x 36",
that includes a subject's hands, are completed and ready for delivery approximately 2 to 4
months from the date that Mike first photographs and/or paints the subject from life.
Schedules and completion dates are as close to promised as humanly possible.
Evaluating a portrait: When you commission a portrait, Mike's working method and individual
style assumes that your portrait will, most often, be viewed and evaluated from an
appropriate distance.
Approval & Final Payment: Once a completed portrait is approved, the remaining balance
owed is usually due in full.
407-294-1109 email: info@oilportraitsforyou.org Orlando, Florida
| E. MIKE MCVAUGH Fine art portrait services since 1970 4252 N. Orange Blossom Tr., MB#37 Orlando, Florida 32804 Email: info@oilportraitsforyou.org Phone: 407-294-1109 |
PORTRAIT FEES
Portrait fees are dependent on the medium (oil, pastel etc.), size, number
of subjects, and complexity of background and costume.
Head & Shoulder Oil Portraits (without hands) are ........from $2,000.
Half-Figure Oil Portraits (including hands) are .............from $5,000.
Head & Shoulders Acrylic and/or Pastel Portraits are.....from $1,600.
Half-Figure Acrylic and/or Pastel Portraits are ............ from $4,000.
Pencil Portraits are ...................................................from $1,000.
Charcoal Portraits are ................................................from $700
Portrait fees are dependent on the medium (oil, pastel etc.), size, number
of subjects, and complexity of background and costume.
Head & Shoulder Oil Portraits (without hands) are ........from $2,000.
Half-Figure Oil Portraits (including hands) are .............from $5,000.
Head & Shoulders Acrylic and/or Pastel Portraits are.....from $1,600.
Half-Figure Acrylic and/or Pastel Portraits are ............ from $4,000.
Pencil Portraits are ...................................................from $1,000.
Charcoal Portraits are ................................................from $700
FEES listed above are BASE FEES for one subject, unframed with a neutral background. For group
portraits add 50% to base fee for each additional subject. For detailed backgrounds or costumes add 30%
For fees for larger portraits -- three quarter figure and full length please contact the studio.
The FEE for a portrait will be determined by the date of the first sitting, rather than at the time it is
scheduled. A 30% deposit is collected when a portrait is scheduled. Once the deposit is collected, no other
money is usually due until a portrait is completed to both client's and artist's satisfaction. Exception to this
payment schedule may occur for larger size portraits and/or for portraits with more than one subject, or for
portraits with a complex backgrounds. Payment plans are available without interest. Fees are made
payable to Edwin S. McVaugh, Jr.
When a client requests Mr. McVaugh to travel outside a prescribed distance, to paint a portrait in a
location other than the artist's studio, all reasonable traveling expenses incurred by the artist, to and from
that location, will be paid for by the client, including photographic assistance when deemed necessary by
the artist. The client will be provided with travel expense receipts for items such as fuel, travel tickets,
lodging and or workplace rental, and/or photographic assistance. Only travel expenses verified by receipt
will be reimbursed by the client.
Miscellaneous services available at additional costs include: appropriate framing assistance, nameplates,
picture lights, shipping, delivery, presentation ceremonies and assistance in hanging a portrait.
GUARANTEE: "Your complete satisfaction is guaranteed or there is no fee. I have maintained this same
guarantee for more than 35 years of drawing and painting portraits by commission. It is an abundant
pleasure to serve you." --E. Mike McVaugh
portraits add 50% to base fee for each additional subject. For detailed backgrounds or costumes add 30%
For fees for larger portraits -- three quarter figure and full length please contact the studio.
The FEE for a portrait will be determined by the date of the first sitting, rather than at the time it is
scheduled. A 30% deposit is collected when a portrait is scheduled. Once the deposit is collected, no other
money is usually due until a portrait is completed to both client's and artist's satisfaction. Exception to this
payment schedule may occur for larger size portraits and/or for portraits with more than one subject, or for
portraits with a complex backgrounds. Payment plans are available without interest. Fees are made
payable to Edwin S. McVaugh, Jr.
When a client requests Mr. McVaugh to travel outside a prescribed distance, to paint a portrait in a
location other than the artist's studio, all reasonable traveling expenses incurred by the artist, to and from
that location, will be paid for by the client, including photographic assistance when deemed necessary by
the artist. The client will be provided with travel expense receipts for items such as fuel, travel tickets,
lodging and or workplace rental, and/or photographic assistance. Only travel expenses verified by receipt
will be reimbursed by the client.
Miscellaneous services available at additional costs include: appropriate framing assistance, nameplates,
picture lights, shipping, delivery, presentation ceremonies and assistance in hanging a portrait.
GUARANTEE: "Your complete satisfaction is guaranteed or there is no fee. I have maintained this same
guarantee for more than 35 years of drawing and painting portraits by commission. It is an abundant
pleasure to serve you." --E. Mike McVaugh
