These original charcoal portraits are hand drawn from photographs. They are composed to fit within the opening of standard sized mats and frames. These custom designed, commissioned portraits are signed by the artist, dated, and shipped with a Certificate of Authenticity. The Certificate of Authenticity provides additional value and gives a unique guarantee of the history and quality.
 12
x 9 |
$ 65 | |
14 x 11 |
$ 70 | |
16 x 12 |
$ 75 | |
20 x 16 |
$ 80 | |
24 x 18 |
$ 90 | |
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Canson Mi-Teintes:
66% rag content, acid-free, fade resistant, heavy 98 lb., (I use the textured
"vellum" side).
Strathmore Charcoal Paper: 100% cotton, raised texture and laid formation,
64 lb. weight.
Commission Process:
Satisfaction in your purchase is guaranteed. After the payment and the photo are received, the artist will email a suggested digital composition of the portrait. After the composition is approved, the artist will begin the portrait, which generally takes about two weeks. Upon completion, an email will be sent with an attached digital image of the finished portrait to view before shipment. If you are not totally pleased after receiving the portrait, return the charcoal within 7 days and your money will be refunded for the price of the art work. Please email the artist if there are any questions.
Ordering Portraits:
Your order can be placed online and payment made through PayPal or you can
print a Charcoal Portrait Order Form using
the print menu from your browser. Fill it out and send it through the mail
with your photo and a personal check, money order, or cashier check. For
personal checks, please allow several days for the check to clear. The photo
can be sent through the mail or a digital picture can be emailed
to the artist.
Photo Selection for Portraits:
The photo should be your own and not from a professional photographer who owns the copyright. It can be either color or black and white, should be a clear sharp representation, and minimally 640 pixels wide if it is digital. Ideally, the best shot is taken outside without the use of a flash, which can wash out and flatten the figure. A candid picture is great and if the photo is of several people or pets, the artist can focus the portrait on a particular individual. While the artist cannot make major changes such as removing 40 pounds, changing the clothing, or changing the body posture; minor compositional changes are possible. Please email the artist if there is any question. The background does not matter since it is simplified to complement the individual in the portrait.
Paper for Charcoal
Portraits:
Tinted paper is used so that more dimension can be added with white charcoal
highlights. There are several colors to choose from. The color of the paper
can combine with the color of the mat and frame from your frame shop to
complement almost any decor. Direct sunlight should be avoided. It is recommended
for all art work on paper to use UV barrier glass in your frame if possible.
All charcoals are sprayed with a fixative. They should be separated from
the glass with a mat or spacers to prevent sticking and minimize the effects
of moisture.
Note:
All materials © 2002 -
2010
Jan Jennings
