Recently I recieved a request for a 30x40" commission. The client had already purchased a small 8x10" and wanted a similar scene. She especially liked the sky.
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| SOLD |
I painted a small study of what I thought the client was asking for....focus on the sky and a more interesting marsh area.
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Nix! The sky is much to gaudy for the client, and could I please add some birds.
This had a better reception, but perhaps a few more herons?
Here we are getting closer, but the client felt the flying heron was too distracting to the sunset.
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| SOLD! |
Most clients have sent me a photo image of exactly the scene they are looking for. I found this trial and error system has worked well for me when there is no photo image to work from.
I would love to hear how others handle this situation.
Thanks for reading my blog today.
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2 comments:
I find that when working on commissions, you have to handle each client differently. In this case, they probably enjoyed having so much input. I think the painting's great. I agree..I also like it without the flying bird. Seems nicely balanced now. Lovely, lovely work!
Very nice paintings Carol!! Congratulations on the sale ..I can see why it was sold!
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