Friday 2 March 2012

Fantasy Portraits


Do you like custom portraits? Do you sometimes wonder what you'd look like on a piece of paper? Well, over the past few years I have been taking commissions to do drawings of people's faces through my own little business, Fantasy Portraits and enjoying every bit of it. It's always fun to capture specific characters and draw them in their own fantasy... a lot like telling someone else' stories through my eyes. Some people have asked me if I had learned this skill in college, but unfortunately I didn't, just something I learned by doing. Although I wish I did...imagine how much skill I could have picked up! But hey, if you're interested to learn, you could always check out the art classes at available online universities. :)




Well anyway, these drawings were ordered by my special bloggy friend, Lia (whose blog I absolutely adore, by the way!). She asked me to draw her shy little girl and the big sister who loves dogs so much. I guess what I enjoyed most about these were the fact that I drew them in my illustrative style instead of the usual photographic finish that people mostly ask for. It's a different kind of challenge and I've decided to offer my services through my Etsy shop too.

How about you? Have you ever commissioned anyone to do your portrait? Or maybe drawn some yourself? Any special experiences? I'd love to hear them! :)





PS: Just a reminder that my giveaway is now officially closed. I will draw the winners and share them with you soon! Ooooh... I can't wait!!! :)

20 comments:

  1. Amalia these are beautiful. I want to have a portrait drawn by you BUT you draw happy portraits. If it will be my portrait it will be sad and melancholic. and will be in black and white and gray with a tinge of blue. Not good for your heart.

    These are really beautiful. O live them.

    Tsup!

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  2. But I would love to have a portrait drawn by you. Seriously.

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  3. Yes, I've done portrait painting. (see my flickr pics) but I didn't enjoy doing the realistic style so I stopped advertising it. I'd much rather do it in my current way! Maybe that's where I went wrong? This is lovely, she'll be over the moon!
    Jess xx

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  4. OH goodness, these are gorgeous, Amalia. I can say that I know that the recipient will simply adore these. They are true works of art that they can pass down through the years to their kids and grandkids..WONDERFUL! I've not ever done a commission before like this..it is beyond my comfort zone, I'm afraid. Fabulous work, my friend! And ps - no worries, I just saw your contest and commented and don't worry if it's late..I just wanted to wish you a very belated Happy Birthday. I wish you a magical year ahead.

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  5. These are so wonderful and the recipient will surely treasure them.

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  6. These are fabulous, I love the style you've done them in and I just favourited on etsy too ;o)

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  7. What can I say about your portraits that I haven't said before... but great again!

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  8. These are so special, done in your style. They have so much warmth and personality. Love them, Karen

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  9. These are so beautiful and I'm sure they'll be cherished forever! ♥

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  10. this is such a wonderful idea and they look fabulous. treasures.... for sure!

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  11. These will no doubt be cherished....forever :)

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  12. ~amalia...what a wonderful little journey you have been wandering down...capturing the essence of these little ones perfectly and filling the heart of their mother i am sure...i wish you well on this new adventure...have me thinking of my two littles...i know magical they would be...off to have a peek in your store!!! be well my dear friend and much love light and blessings shining brightly upon you and yours~

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  13. These are so cute. What a wonderful way to do portraits! I can definitely imagine them in someone's home. I have done portraits before, but I did them in the traditional way of realistic oils on canvas.

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  14. hello, thanks for following my blog! Your drawings are beautiful, you are very talented, I look forward to having a look through more of your blog :)
    xBeth

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  15. I love them!!! The kids love them too :) Thank you so much for drawing them beautifully :D you are so very talented, li! :D

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  16. Oh, Amalia! Awwwwww! These are treasures! I do not know these beautiful little girls, but it seems like you have captured a lot of personality and true features, yet still in your style. Fantastic AND fantastical! They are beautiful, and I'm sure they will be loved for ages to come.

    I've done just a handful of commissioned portraits but found that I didn't enjoy it. The pressure to perform! Yikes! You are much better than I!

    xoxo

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  17. You are full of surprises, Amalia! These drawings are gorgeous, I don't doubt you've captured the characters of the two little sisters and suppose they are happy to have these treasures! I adore your pencil drawing!I looked at the commissioned portraits - it seems you did lovely work!
    P.S. I find Lia' blog very interesting!
    I hope you are doing well and have many precious moments with your little ones!xx

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  18. I love this so much. I love ferns. I love bunnies. I love mushrooms. I think you made this picture for me. <3

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  19. I really enjoy this images.It look so innovative and colorful.Such a wonderful idea.

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  20. oh, these are lovely Amalia. Love the smiling happy faces. I am sure that they will treasure these.

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