This time however, as her brush touched the canvas to do an oil portrait, the experience seemed to be a spiritual one. It was almost as though someone else was working through my hands. I was humbled by the realization of this God-given talent. I knew immediately that this was my calling and that I needed to share it with others. The artist can work from a photograph or several photographs.
Snapshots are fine.
If the photo was done professionally, one must get written permission from the photography studio so as not to infringe on copyright. For commissioned oil portraits, the artist prefers to do an initial sitting whenever possible. At this time, the artist may do some preliminary sketches and photographs of the subject. For special requests contact artist for estimate.