House Portrait as Father’s Day Gift
Hello friends, Here's the good news. . . It's not too late for a unique, one-of-a-kind Father's Day gift! Fuel the love affair that a favorite man in your life has with his home. Not only that, it is a gift that you and everyone else can enjoy as well, displayed on the wall for all to see. Let's face it, that man in your life is likely to already have everything imaginable. Is there anything you could give him that is truly original???? The answer is YES! Order a custom House Portrait Gift Certicate . . . So don't worry that you have missed the boat on an original portriat as a Father's Day gift. . . with a House Portrait Gift Certificate (as seen above) we can work together to create a true work…
House portraits and rural setting providing creative inspiration
My pop-up rustic country studio. . . I have always lived in the city, while occasionally staying briefly in the country. Other artist friends have told me how a peaceful rural setting plays a significant role in their creative process. So finally I decided to try it out. From the gentle soundtrack of birdsong in the morning to the golden glow of sunset across a canvas in the evening, I've discovered this tranquil rual setting at the family farmhouse in northern Michigan does offer an environment where art and nature exist in harmony. A Unique Artistic Voice I am not sure how long I will last here in this placid environment, without walkable coffee houses, favorite cafes and coffee planning sessions with friends, but it certainly doesn't hinder artistic productivity…
House Portraits of Traverse City Michigan. . . that preserve the soul of the city
On a beautiful summer day, 14 years ago, when I had only just launched my artist career, I briefly visited Traverse City in northern Michigan. That day I realized I wasn’t simply documenting buildings — I was preserving memories. Due to my short stay in 2012, I only captured three Traverse City homes with my pen and watercolor, as featured in this post. However, each of these three painitngs taught me to slow down and truly observe the details that make historic homes special. The curve of a porch railing, the texture of aging cedar shingles, the shadows beneath mature maple trees — these are the elements that give a home its soul. And this is why I am now back in the beautiful Traverse City area, but this time…
House portraits of treasured childhood homes throughout the USA
The Timeless Value of a House Portrait: I Love to Honor the Heart of Your Family's Story In every family's journey, there is one constant—the place where memories are made, milestones are celebrated, and life quietly unfolds. Whether it's the creaky-floored farmhouse you grew up in, the city townhouse where your children took their first steps, or the cozy cottage that welcomed years of holiday gatherings, your family home holds stories that no photograph or written memory can fully capture. [caption id="attachment_53205" align="aligncenter" width="700"] Des Plaines, IL, Craftsman house portrait of family home with their old vintage car[/caption] In essence, home is where life happens. It’s where your children took their first steps, where holidays came to life, and where everyday moments quietly turned into treasured memories. But homes change,…
Working on my Dunedin House Portrait Collection
My Dunedin Connection. . . Growing up in New Zealand, I always longed to visit Dunedin Scotland. Although I have since travelled all over England, I still haven't made it there. But ironically, Dunedin, New Zealand, was one of the first cities I explored on my travelling artistic adventure throughout NZ in the late 70's. [caption id="attachment_52345" align="alignleft" width="400"] Dunedin, New Zealand has same coastal vibe as Dunedin FL[/caption] Since then I have to come to realize that Dunedin Florida has some stark similiarites. They are both situated on the coast, and both have very interesting architecture, which for me is always a main draw. Dunedin NZ, the oldest city in the country, was founded by Scottish settlers and its name also derives from the Scottish Gaelic name for Edinburgh,…
House Portrait gift for Father’s Day
It's not too late . . . the perfect gift for Dad As you know, every house has a story. . . Meet Jimmy, a family man who recently lost his wife of 41 years. The final blow was having to move out of their beloved home and into independent living. I was asked to create this portrait of the family home to capture all the special memories and it now hangs on the wall for Jimmy to enjoy every daFor the wonderful father in your life, give the gift of a custom Father’s Day House Portrait Certificate. (See sample below.) [caption id="attachment_52218" align="aligncenter" width="600"] Meet Jimmy, a family man and husband, who was gifted this house portriat of the family home[/caption] 15% OFF YOUR FATHER’S DAY HOUSE PORTRAIT GIFT CERTIFICATE I…
House Portraits Old Town Alexandria VA
Pen and Watercolor Old Town Home Memories Old Town Alexandria, has always been a special place for me as it is where I lived and launched my art career 15 years ago. Due to the success of my national coffee table book which includes portraits of homes and historic buildings in all 50 states, I am now focusing on creating more work to include in an art book that features my portraits of Alexandria with emphasis on Old Town, the historic hub of the area. Known for its rich history and beautifully preserved architecture, some of the buildings in Old Town date back to the late 18th century. Lee/Fenall House: I just completed this protrait of the Lee-Fendall House, which was built in 1784. General Henry “Light Horse Harry” Lee,…
House portrait immortalizes home destroyed by Hurricane Helene
Rebuilding one's home after tragedy. . . On September 26, 2024, as the light began to fade, the fury of Hurricane Helene was intensifying. Julie stubbornly remained in her home, anxiously looking out the window but ignoring orders to evacuate; clinging to the hope that her sturdy brick ranch home and beautiful gardens would somehow withstand anything Helene could give out. At 9 pm, sparks started flying off the transformers and suddenly, as if released from a dam, water began gushing down W. Davis Blvd, transforming the normally idyllic treelined street on Davis Islands, Tampa, into a surging river. [caption id="attachment_50934" align="alignleft" width="470"] Julie's engulfed home on Davis Islands, Tampa[/caption] Julie knew it was time to go. She collected her most prized possessions and hurriedly left 110 W. Davis Blvd,…
Personalized House Portrait Print Service for My Clients
How do I make prints of my original house portrait? Today another client contacted me today and asked what has become a commonly asked question. . . “What is the best way to make prints of the portrait of my house? I want to give a nice framed print to my son who is going off to college." I thought that everyone knew that I have a fabulous way of doing this! But obviously, that is not the case or I wouldn’t get so many pleas for help from my clients. So I wanted to remind you of this specialized client service that I offer. This is something that I set up a couple of years ago especially for you. It is simple, fast, very reasonably priced, and best of…
