Fiona

 Fiona, acrylic on canvas 2012

Here's Fiona's portrait commission all finished. It was a real pleasure to paint. I really enjoy painting hair and as you can see Fiona's hair is very abundant in this picture! I completed this piece a few weeks ago and now I have a special 'Commission me' section on my website. There you'll find how easy it is to commission me for your own portrait or original art work with each stage broken down to explain the process. Whether it be as a gift for a loved one or an indulgence for yourself just get in touch to chat about ideas and we can take it from there.

Click on my 'Commission me' link HERE to find out more.

Here's some examples of other commissions I have worked on, in most cases I work from a few photos to capture the subject. Other times the image is mocked up by myself and approved by the client. To see more of my work visit my website HERE:

I was so impressed with Gemma's work that I asked her to commission a painting for me. I honestly didn't think that I would be so amazed by the finished product; it exceeded all of my expectations. Gemma is a true credit to her profession, and my painting takes pride of place in my bedroom.

Miss Chambers 

Your art is mesmerising and brings characters and features to life and each piece has it's own unique story to tell. My portrait still has pride of place in my house. Big fan of your work, it's fabulous.

Abbe

Just wanted to say what an amazing portrait! I love love love it! You have captured the essence of me beautifully and your talents are second to none. Every woman should have a painting by you hanging on her wall! Thank you so very much.

Rene La Rouge 

I had never commissioned a painting before, but any fears were soon allayed by Gemma's enthusiasm and willingness to help me through the process. The result was a beautiful picture that each day brings a smile to my face.

Steve 

Gemma Parker is a truly talented young lady. I was fortunate enough to be part of a project Gemma was undertaking and I had my portrait painted and it is literally a work of art!

Scarlet Fever

Bits and Pieces

A couple of things to tell you this week!

Firstly, there is now a new mailing list feature on my website which allows you to subscribe to my new newsletter to find out all the latest about exhibitions, art events and more!

Just go to my website and click on 'Mailing List' then click on the link to bring up the subscription form like the one you can see above. My first newsletter covers my year so far and includes upcoming events, so you can be bang upto date! (updates to be posted on this blog soon!)

Other news:

The sixth installment of Mrs Brown's Diary is now online! A blast from the past has caused Mrs Brown's world to turn upside down, however momentary could this encounter have lasting repercussuions? Find out by reading Mrs Brown's Diary, the accompanying story behind and inspired by the vintage dressing room currently on display at Stoke Potteries Museum and Art Gallery!