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We all know that men can be impossible to shop for...that's why I LOVE it when a client approaches me about creating a commission like this one. For her husband's birthday, she wanted this very sexy, very intimate portrait done. I love the photo she chose - shows off her husband's favorite part of her figure, her
derriere, yet is also very discreet. I think it's a brilliant combination of
sexuality and shyness. boudoir
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When I am working with a client on a special (and surprise!) gift such as this, I feel the most important thing I can do is LISTEN to their needs and desires, integrating exactly what they want into their portrait. While I may suggest few things - color, scale, what picture would make the best painting, I know that my number one job is to make the client happy (closely followed by making them look GOOD!)
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This series (shown in reverse order from start to finish) shows how frequently I update my clients, getting feedback and sharing in the process. That's another aspect that makes ordering a custom portrait so much fun! The
interaction with the artist as the piece is being developed. The anticipation of seeing it from one step to the next!
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If you have any questions on the process, or would like some ideas on how to take a great photo for a custom portrait, I would be happy to help you. You can leave a comment or contact me
thru my
Etsy Shop. I have had female clients create work for their significant others, but I have also had male clients buy gift certificates for their partners as well -trust me ladies - he thinks your gorgeous and loves your figure! Go for it!
PS...many thanks to my fabulous friend/client who said "go for it!"
when I asked permission to share her portrait with you. Let me assure you...NO ONE gets to see your pictures if you don't want them to!
7 comments:
Just beautiful! Tastefully done!
What a great idea! Men are so visual! Nice work.
You are undeniably talented. Beautiful!
I LOVE seeing a work in progress, and then the final portrait. Gorgeous!
Thank you for all the kind words! I will try to post more progress pictures in the future :)
this is beautiful! sexy without showing off too much. i'm sure her husband will love it.
beautiful!
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