OIL PORTRAITS BY BERRY FRITZ
[prices may vary according to dimensions and complexity]

 

9" x 12" oval or rectangular - children and pets only 11" X 14" portrait 20" x 16" head and shoulders 20" x 16" composite 24" x 30" - 40" x 30"   ¾ length 40" x 30" - 50" x 30"   full length

$500 $700 $1800 $2200 $3000-$4000 $5000-$6000

         20% upcharge for each additional figure (except for 9x12).
Extra charge for complex background.
Prices do not include framing or travel expenses.

PROCEDURE FOR COMMISSIONING A PORTRAIT

1. You will first discuss the following details with the artist at your home or office:
size, mood, clothes and background.

2. The artist will then take photos of the subject in various poses.  She will then work up two or three small oil sketches to explore color and composition which she will submit to you for your preference.  SEE BELOW.  When a choice has been made, you will sign a simple contract with the artist.

3.  The subject will next sit for a head sketch which takes about 1½ hours with relaxation breaks every 15 minutes.  Children need only sit for 15 minutes.  The artist may take more photos of the children posing at this time.  Commissions for portraits done solely from a photograph will be accepted by the artist only at her discretion.

4.  The artist will begin the final painting by working from the sketch and photos.  She will roughly block the in the background and figure from the neck down but bring the head to a fairly finished stage.  If the likeness meets with your approval, half of the payment is due.  If you decide to back out at this stage there is a kill fee of 25%.

5.  The whole process takes about 3 months if everything goes smoothly.  The balance will be paid upon delivery of the finished painting. All payments are made through Nuevo Santander Gallery.