Work in Progress (Commission)

Commissioning art can be very rewarding, especially to those whom the artwork is being done for.  Not only is one asking for a personalized painting for a home or as a gift to another, but an original work of art that can be cherished for years to come.  I always say original artwork is more than a space filler for a wall, it's a conversation piece for a home and is something posters and prints won't ever measure up to.

To start the year, I have been asked to do a commission.  This commission is a four (4) piece collection of 11x14 oil paintings.  The subject being portrayed is of a home built by a local Doctor (retired).  Each painting will portray the home in each season.  Right now we are working on the winter scene.

In order to get a good Winter scene, we had to wait for a good snow day with over 3-4 inches of snow.  When it finally arrived, we went out and took some reference photos.  Above is great image captured by the homeowner.

When I start a painting, I like to sketch the composition with vine charcoal.  Here is a basic sketch of the home for size and placement on the canvas.  Now we are ready to paint.